How long is sick leave in Israel?

Employees in Israel are entitled to accumulate sick days at a rate of 1.5 days per month of service with their employers, which totals 18 days per year. However, the maximum number of sick days that can be accumulated is 90 days.

What are the eligibility rules for sick leave in Israel?

In Israel, employees are eligible for paid sick leave under the following conditions:

• On the first day of absence due to illness, no payment is provided.
• On the second and third days of absence, employees receive 50% of their regular salary.
• From the fourth day of absence onward, employees receive 100% of their regular salary.

This structure ensures that employees are compensated during their recovery while encouraging return to work as soon as health permits.

How is sick leave payment calculated in Israel?

In Israel, sick leave payment is calculated as follows:

• The employer pays 50% of the supported employee's regular salary for the 2nd and 3rd days of sickness.
• From the 4th day onward, the employer pays 100% of the supported employee's regular salary.

What is the process for applying for sick leave in Israel?

To apply for sick leave in Israel, the supported employee must provide the employer with a sick certificate. This certificate must be signed by a doctor and should indicate the period during which the employee was unable to work due to illness.