Maternity Leave
Calculate maternity leave, half-time work, 6-month unpaid leave and nursing leave periods.
The tool estimates the maternity leave, half-time work, 6-month unpaid leave and nursing leave calendar for employees covered by the Turkish Labour Law No. 4857.
Half-time work and up to 6 months of unpaid leave are alternative post-birth rights; the exact path depends on notifications and report procedures.
How is maternity leave calculated?
The tool applies 8 weeks before and 8 weeks after birth for a single pregnancy, with an extra 2 prenatal weeks for multiple pregnancies. If working until the last 3 weeks with doctor approval is selected, or if there is an early birth, the unused prenatal period is transferred to the postnatal period. Then the half-time work, up to 6 months unpaid leave and nursing leave timeline are shown separately.
Scope and assumptions
This version does not calculate wages, temporary incapacity allowance, nursing allowance, public servant status, adoption, special doctor-extended rest periods or internal workplace procedures. Dates are for guidance only; the final report and leave practice are determined by physician and employer records.