What is the process and eligibility criteria for taking bereavement leave in Costa Rica, and how is pay calculated?

In Costa Rica, bereavement leave is a right provided under the Labor Code, which specifies that employees are entitled to paid leave upon the death of certain relatives. The specifics are as follows:

• First-Degree Relatives: Employees are entitled to 3 paid business days for the death of a spouse, parents, children, parents-in-law, sons-in-law, and daughters-in-law. For common-law partners (“unión de hecho”), a sworn statement confirming a public, notorious, stable, and exclusive cohabitation for at least 2 years is required.

• Second- and Third-Degree Relatives: Employees are entitled to 1 paid business day for the death of grandparents, siblings, grandchildren, brothers/sisters-in-law, uncles/aunts, nephews/nieces, great-grandparents, and great-grandchildren.

To be eligible for bereavement leave:

• The employee must provide a death certificate.
• Bereavement leave is applicable only for blood relatives or a spouse/legal partner.

Payment during bereavement leave is calculated at 100% of the employee's normal pay.

Velocity Global Costa Rica supports bereavement leave by offering 2 days for supported employees in Costa Rica. To apply for bereavement leave, employees should:

• Present the death certificate.
• Inform their manager.
• Notify the HRx Team of their absence through our Global Work Platform™ or by emailing support@hellopebl.com.

What is the duration of educational leave in Costa Rica?

Educational leave is not established in the Labor Code of Costa Rica. If a customer wishes to offer educational leave, it should be provided as paid time off.

What is the process and eligibility criteria for taking religion-related leave in Costa Rica, and how is pay calculated?

In Costa Rica, religion-related leave is recognized for employees who observe religious celebrations other than those of Catholicism, which are part of the national holiday calendar. The process and eligibility criteria for this leave are as follows:

• Employees must request such leave from their employer. The employer is obligated to grant the days off for the approved religious celebrations.
• The employer and employee must agree on a replacement work day for the leave taken. This day can be deducted from the employee's vacation days.
• The religious holidays for which leave is requested must be officially registered with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Worship in Costa Rica.
• The number of days for religious leave cannot surpass the number of official holidays recognized by the Catholic Church in Costa Rica.

This process ensures that employees of various religious backgrounds can observe important traditions while maintaining their work responsibilities.

What are the guidelines for Jury Service Leave in Costa Rica, including length, eligibility, application rules, and pay calculation?

In Costa Rica, there is no specific provision for jury service. However, if a supported employee is required to go to court as a witness due to their involvement in a legal case, they are entitled to paid time off. According to Article 515 of the Labor Code, the employee must present the appropriate documentation from the court as evidence.

Additionally, the Labor Code stipulates that employees are entitled to paid time off to vote in elections.

What are the length, eligibility criteria, application rules, and pay calculation for marriage leave in Costa Rica?

In Costa Rica, the labor code does not explicitly define specific terms for marriage leave. However, Velocity Global Costa Rica provides supported employees with 2 days of paid time off for marriage leave. Eligibility for this leave requires the supported employee to submit a marriage certificate for verification purposes.