How long is annual leave in Singapore?

In Singapore, annual leave ranges from 7 to 14 days, depending on the employee's length of service. Employees accrue an additional day of leave for every 12 months of continuous service, with a maximum entitlement of 14 days. Employers have the discretion to offer more annual leave if they choose.

What is the carry-over policy for annual leave in Singapore?

In Singapore, the law does not require employers to carry over unused annual leave to the next calendar year, except for certain employees covered by Part 4 of the Employment Act 1968. This coverage generally applies to workmen earning a monthly salary not exceeding SGD 4,500, and to non-workmen (who are neither managers nor executives) earning a monthly salary not exceeding SGD 2,600. Outside of these statutory requirements, employers have the discretion to implement carry-over rules based on their policies.

How is paid time off (PTO) calculated in Singapore?

An employer must pay a supported employee the employee's gross rate of pay for every day of paid annual leave. The calculation for paid time off (PTO) in Singapore is as follows:

• Monthly Gross Rate x (12/260) x Number of PTO days

The gross rate of pay includes the base salary and all allowances, excluding food, travel, and housing allowances.

What is the process to request annual leave in Singapore?

In Singapore, supported employees are advised to obtain approval from their managers prior to applying for annual leave through our Global Work Platform™.

Is unlimited PTO an option in Singapore, and how can it be accommodated?

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) is an available option in the employment agreement template for supported employees in Singapore. There are no specific regulations or concerns regarding its implementation, allowing employers the flexibility to incorporate unlimited PTO in their employment agreements without needing to address additional legal requirements.