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Care Leave in Leiden: Short-term and Long-term Leave

Learn everything about care leave in Leiden: short-term (paid, max. 2 weeks) and long-term (unpaid, max. 6 weeks). Discover conditions, application process and local legal assistance.

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What is Care Leave?

Care leave enables you to provide care for a sick relative. There are two variants: short-term care leave (paid, maximum 2 weeks) and long-term care leave (unpaid, up to 6 weeks per year).

Summary of Care Leave

TypeDurationCompensationApplication
Short-termUp to 2 weeks/year70% salaryEssential care
Long-termUp to 6 weeks/yearNo paymentSeriously ill relative

Short-term Care Leave: Conditions

To qualify, you must meet:

  • Providing necessary care to a sick person
  • You are the only available caregiver
  • The sick person is a partner, child, parent or housemate
  • Also possible for other relationships such as grandparents or friends

Long-term Care Leave: When Applicable?

Criteria for Long-term Leave

  • Care for someone with a life-threatening condition
  • Essential assistance to a sick or care-needy person
  • Accompaniment in the terminal phase
  • Concerns a relative such as child, partner or family member

How to Apply for Care Leave?

  1. Submit a written request to your employer
  2. For long-term leave: at least 2 weeks in advance
  3. Specify the care recipient, duration and start date
  4. Refusal by employer only for compelling business reasons

Calculation of Leave Time

The permitted duration depends on your working week:

  • Short-term: 2x your weekly working time per year
  • Long-term: 6x your weekly working time per year
  • Example: for 20 hours/week = 40 hours short-term leave

Can I take care leave for a neighbor?

Yes, for short-term care leave this is possible for persons with whom you have a social bond.

What if my employer rejects my request?

This is only allowed for compelling business interests. You can file an objection or take legal steps.

Can care leave be combined with working from home?

In consultation with your employer, a combination can sometimes be arranged.

Local Information Leiden

For legal support in Leiden, you can contact:

  • Den Haag District Court, Leiden Location
  • Juridisch Loket Leiden: Stationsweg 46, for free advice on care leave and employment law