How long is annual leave in Hong Kong, SAR China?

Employees in Hong Kong, SAR China, are entitled to the following annual leave:

• 7 days of annual leave with pay after serving a period of 12 months under a continuous employment agreement.
• An additional 1 day of leave for each subsequent 12 months of continuous service, starting after the initial 24 months, up to a maximum of 14 days.

This is the minimum mandated leave in accordance with local law and can be increased but cannot be reduced.

What is the carry-over policy for annual leave in Hong Kong, SAR China?

In Hong Kong, SAR China, annual leave generally cannot be forfeited. Any unused annual leave must be paid out by the employer.

How is paid time off (PTO) calculated in Hong Kong, SAR China?

In Hong Kong, SAR China, the calculation of paid time off (PTO) relies on the daily rate of annual leave pay. This rate is equivalent to the average daily wages earned by the supported employee in the 12-month period preceding the following specified dates. If the supported employee has been employed for less than 12 months, the calculation is based on the shorter period.

What is the process to request annual leave in Hong Kong, SAR China?

To request annual leave in Hong Kong, SAR China, supported employees should follow these steps:

• Submit a leave request in advance through our Global Work Platform™ to the employee's approval manager.
• Await approval from the manager in the Global Work Platform™.

It is essential that employees adhere to this process to ensure their annual leave is sanctioned correctly.

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

Yes, unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) is an option in Hong Kong, SAR China. There are no specific regulations or concerns regarding implementing an unlimited PTO policy. Furthermore, Pebl has appropriate wording available to support this policy.