🇵🇹 Leave and Benefits in
Portugal
Statutory leave entitlements and mandatory benefits for employers in Portugal — annual leave, sick leave, maternity, paternity and public holidays.
Leave Entitlements at a Glance — Portugal
Annual Leave
22 days
Sick Leave
—
Maternity Leave
17 weeks
Paternity Leave
28 weeks
Public Holidays
13 days
13th Month Pay
Not required
Statutory Leave Types
| Leave Type | Entitlement | Paid | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| annual | 22 days | Yes | 100% pay |
| sick | 365 days | Yes | 55% pay |
| maternity | 120 days | Yes | 100% pay |
| paternity | 28 days | Yes | 100% pay |
| parental | 120 days | Yes | 80% pay |
| bereavement | 5 days | Yes | 100% pay |
Public Holidays — Portugal 2026
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Good Friday | 3 Apr 2026 |
| Easter Sunday | 5 Apr 2026 |
| Liberation Day | 25 Apr 2026 |
| Labour Day | 1 May 2026 |
| Corpus Christi | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Portugal Day | 10 Jun 2026 |
| Assumption of Mary | 15 Aug 2026 |
| Republic Day | 5 Oct 2026 |
| All Saints' Day | 1 Nov 2026 |
| Restoration of Independence | 1 Dec 2026 |
| Immaculate Conception | 8 Dec 2026 |
| Christmas Day | 25 Dec 2026 |
Mandatory Employer Benefits — Portugal
Legally required employer contributions and benefits under Portugal law.
| Benefit | Type | Employer Cost | Frequency | Tax Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Christmas Allowance (Subsidio de Natal) Mandatory Christmas bonus equivalent to one month salary, paid by 15 December each year. Part of a 14-month salary structure alongside the holiday allowance. | Cash | Varies | annual | Taxable |
Holiday Allowance (Subsidio de Ferias) Employers must pay an additional holiday allowance equivalent to one month salary, paid before annual leave (typically June or July). Subject to Social Security and IRS deductions. | Leave | Varies | annual | Taxable |
Social Security (Seguranca Social) Employer contributes 23.75% of gross salary to Social Security. Covers pension, sickness, maternity, unemployment, and family allowances. Employee contributes 11%. | Cash | 23.75% | monthly | Exempt |
Work Accident Insurance Mandatory employer-funded work accident and occupational disease insurance. Rate set by private insurer based on activity sector and risk profile, typically 0.5% to 5% of gross payroll. | Cash | Varies | annual | Exempt |
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This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Leave entitlements in Portugal 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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