What is the process for applying for paternity leave in Pakistan?

When applying for paternity leave in Pakistan, employees must submit a written application along with any necessary supporting documentation as required by their supervisors. Additionally, employees must provide the birth certificate of the child after birth.

What are the eligibility rules for maternity leave in Pakistan?

In Pakistan, a female employee is eligible for maternity leave if she has been employed for a period of not less than 4 months immediately preceding the day on which she delivers a child. The maternity benefit is paid at the rate of the salary last paid and covers:

• The period of 6 weeks immediately preceding and including the day on which she delivers a child.
• Each day of 6 weeks following that day.

What is the process for applying for maternity leave in Pakistan?

Employees in Pakistan who intend to apply for maternity leave must follow these steps:

• Provide a doctor's maternity certificate along with the expected date of confinement at least 12 weeks before the expected date of confinement.
• Inform Pebl accordingly.

Prenatal examinations, miscarriage prevention operations, abortions, and postpartum treatments are treated as normal sick leave. If an abortion occurs after 6 months of pregnancy, it can be considered maternity leave when accompanied by a signed doctor's certificate.

How long is the paternity leave in Pakistan?

In Pakistan, male employees are entitled to paternity leave of 30 days. This entitlement is available only three times.

What are the eligibility rules for paternity leave in Pakistan?

Male supported employees in Pakistan can apply for paternity leave 3 months before or after the birth of their child.