How long is parental leave in Norway?

In Norway, parents are entitled to a total of 12 months of leave in connection with a birth. This leave includes the mother's entitlement of up to 12 weeks during pregnancy and an additional 6 weeks that can only be taken by the mother after the birth.

Additionally, each parent is entitled to 1 year of leave each for each birth. This leave must be taken immediately after the initial 12 months of leave.

How long is maternity leave in Norway?

In Norway, maternity leave consists of the following:

• 49 weeks of paid leave at 100% pay or 59 weeks of leave at 80% pay.
• 10 weeks of this leave is designated as paternity leave, which is forfeited if not used. The remaining leave can be shared between the parents.

Key points about maternity leave:

• The employee must take at least 3 weeks, but up to a maximum of 12 weeks, of leave before the expected birth date.
• The employee is required to take 6 weeks of leave immediately after the birth of the child.
• Some leave can be postponed, but all leave must be taken within 3 years of the birth.

For adoptions, the parental benefit period begins when the parents assume the child's care. The total benefit period is:

• 46 weeks at 100% coverage, or
• 56 weeks at 80% coverage.

What are the eligibility rules for maternity leave in Norway?

Employees in Norway are eligible for paid maternity leave if they meet the following criteria:

• They earn at least 50% of the National Insurance base amount.
• They have worked for a minimum of 6 months during the previous 10 months.

How is maternity leave payment calculated in Norway?

In Norway, the social security system is responsible for paying for maternity leave. There are two available options for supported employees:

• 49 weeks of leave at full pay.
• 59 weeks of leave at 80% pay.

How long is the paternity leave in Norway?

A father is entitled to 2 weeks of unpaid leave of absence in Norway.

How is paternity leave payment calculated in Norway?

Paternity leave in Norway is not paid.