How long is parental leave in Ukraine?

In Ukraine, parental leave provisions are as follows:

Paid Parental Leave: An employee is entitled to 10 calendar days of paid parental leave per year if they are:

• A parent of 2 or more children under the age of 15.
• A parent of a disabled child.
• An adoptive parent.

Adoption Leave: In cases of adoption directly from the maternity home, one of the adopting parents is entitled to 56 calendar days of paid child care leave (70 days in the case of multiple adoptions).

Child Care Leave: Employees can take unpaid leave to care for a child until the child's third birthday. If a registered medical practitioner certifies that a child requires home care, the child's parent, grandparent, or other relative, or the legal guardian taking care of the child is eligible for unpaid leave until the child's:

• 6th birthday.
• 16th birthday if the child has been diagnosed by a registered medical practitioner to have diabetes mellitus type I.

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

To apply for paternity leave in Ukraine, the following steps should be followed:

• Notification: The father must notify the employer in advance of the intent to take paternity leave.
• Provide Proof of Birth: The father should provide proof of the child's birth, such as a birth certificate, to the employer as soon as possible.
• Submit a Written Request: The father needs to submit a written, wet-signed request for paternity leave to the employer. This request should specify the desired start date for the paternity leave. The HRx Team can provide a template for this request.

How long is maternity leave in Ukraine?

Female employees in Ukraine are entitled to the following maternity leave:

• 70 calendar days of paid prenatal leave.
• 56 calendar days of paid post-delivery and child care leave.
• 70 calendar days of paid post-delivery leave in cases of multiple births or post-delivery complications.

How is maternity leave payment calculated in Ukraine?

Maternity leave payment in Ukraine is calculated by the State Social Insurance Fund. It covers 100% of the parent's average monthly salary for a duration of 6 months.

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

In Ukraine, the process for applying for maternity leave follows the guidelines set by labor laws and social insurance regulations. The steps typically involved are:

• Notify the Employer: The supported employee informs the employer as early as possible about the pregnancy and the intention to take maternity leave. This notification helps the employer make necessary arrangements for the employee's temporary absence.

• Obtain a Medical Certificate: The supported employee needs to obtain a medical certificate confirming the pregnancy. This certificate is usually issued by a licensed healthcare professional or a medical institution and includes details about the pregnancy and the expected due date.

• Submit a Maternity Leave Request: The supported employee submits a written request for maternity leave to the employer. This request must specify the expected start date of the leave and include the medical certificate confirming the pregnancy.

How long is the paternity leave in Ukraine?

Employers in Ukraine must provide up to 14 days of paternity leave to a husband whose wife has given birth to a child.

How is paternity leave payment calculated in Ukraine?

In Ukraine, the State Social Insurance Fund pays paternity leave at 100% of the parent's average monthly salary. This calculation is based on the average salary for the preceding 12 months or for the period of employment if it is less than 12 months.

What is the process for applying for parental leave in Ukraine?

Here are the general steps for applying for parental leave in Ukraine:

Notification: The parent must notify the employer in advance of their intent to take parental leave.

Provide Proof of Eligibility: The parent must provide proof of eligibility for the specific type of parental leave.

Submit a Written Request: The parent must submit a written and wet-signed request for parental leave to the employer.

Document from Other Parent: One of the parents applying for parental leave must provide a document confirming that the other parent has not used parental leave in the current year. This document can be issued by the employer of the second parent.