🇮🇹 Leave and Benefits in
Italy
Statutory leave entitlements and mandatory benefits for employers in Italy — annual leave, sick leave, maternity, paternity and public holidays.
Leave Entitlements at a Glance — Italy
Annual Leave
20 days
Sick Leave
180 days
Maternity Leave
20 weeks
Paternity Leave
10 weeks
Public Holidays
11 days
13th Month Pay
Not required
Statutory Leave Types
| Leave Type | Entitlement | Paid | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| annual | 20 days | Yes | 100% pay |
| sick | 180 days | Yes | 50% pay |
| maternity | 20 days | Yes | 80% pay |
| paternity | 10 days | Yes | 100% pay |
| parental | 180 days | Yes | 30% pay |
| bereavement | 3 days | Yes | 100% pay |
Public Holidays — Italy 2026
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Epiphany | 6 Jan 2026 |
| Easter Monday | 6 Apr 2026 |
| Liberation Day | 25 Apr 2026 |
| Labour Day | 1 May 2026 |
| Republic Day | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Assumption of Mary | 15 Aug 2026 |
| All Saints' Day | 1 Nov 2026 |
| Immaculate Conception | 8 Dec 2026 |
| Christmas Day | 25 Dec 2026 |
| St. Stephen's Day | 26 Dec 2026 |
Mandatory Employer Benefits — Italy
Legally required employer contributions and benefits under Italy law.
| Benefit | Type | Employer Cost | Frequency | Tax Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
INAIL Work Injury Insurance Fully employer-funded work injury and occupational disease insurance. Rate varies by industry and risk classification, typically 0.4% to 10%+. | Cash | Varies | annual | Exempt |
INPS Social Security Contributions Employer contributes approximately 23.81% of gross salary to INPS. Covers pension, unemployment (NASPI), maternity, family, and sickness benefits. | Cash | 23.81% | monthly | Exempt |
TFR Severance Accrual Mandatory severance accrual of 6.91% of total annual compensation per month. In companies with 50+ employees, TFR is transferred to INPS or supplementary pension funds. | Cash | 6.91% | monthly | Exempt |
EOR Intelligence
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This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Leave entitlements in Italy are subject to change. Always consult a qualified local employment lawyer.
About This Guide
- \u2713 Sourced from official government publications
- \u2713 Updated monthly — always current rules
- \u2713 For guidance only — not legal advice
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