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16.34% - 34.84%
13%

South Korean workers are not entitled to statutory sick leave.
All female employees are entitled to 90 days of paid maternity leave, which is covered by a range of government and employer payments the relative divisions of which are determined by the company’s size. Maternity leave is normally split into 45 days before the due date and 45 after. In the case of complicated or multiple births, paid maternity leave is increased to 120 days.
Paid paternity leave is set at 10 days, with five paid by the employer and five by the government. The 10 days must be taken within the first 90 days after the child is born.
There is a standard process for termination of employment in South Korea. The process requires employees to give justifiable reasons or to prove that there is an urgent managerial need for the termination.
The information provided in this Guide is intended for general informational and guidance purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or human resources advice. Termination processes and resulting liabilities vary significantly based on the specific circumstances of each individual case, including but not limited to local laws, contractual obligations, and individual employment terms. RemotePass acts in accordance with applicable local regulations and contractual agreements but do not accept responsibility for outcomes resulting from decisions made based on this guide. Employers are strongly advised to seek legal counsel before initiating any termination procedures.
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16.34% - 34.84%
13%

South Korean workers are not entitled to statutory sick leave.
All female employees are entitled to 90 days of paid maternity leave, which is covered by a range of government and employer payments the relative divisions of which are determined by the company’s size. Maternity leave is normally split into 45 days before the due date and 45 after. In the case of complicated or multiple births, paid maternity leave is increased to 120 days.
Paid paternity leave is set at 10 days, with five paid by the employer and five by the government. The 10 days must be taken within the first 90 days after the child is born.
There is a standard process for termination of employment in South Korea. The process requires employees to give justifiable reasons or to prove that there is an urgent managerial need for the termination.