Calculate Annual Leave Days Under Korean Labor Law

Foreign professionals and expatriates working in South Korea often need to verify their mandatory paid leave rights. You can calculate your statutory annual leave entitlement under Article 60 of the Korean Labor Standards Act based on your start date.

Step by step

  1. 1

    Enter Start Date

    Input your official employment start date as stated on your Korean employment contract.

  2. 2

    Review Current Entitlement

    Check your earned leave balance and the exact date of your next statutory leave grant.

  3. 3

    Inspect Service Table

    Consult the comprehensive years-of-service table to view your future paid time off schedule.

Statutory Basis (Article 60)

Under Korean labor law, employees in their first year earn 1 paid day off per full month of perfect attendance (up to 11 days). After reaching one full year with 80%+ attendance, 15 days are granted.

Long-Term Service Progression

Starting from year three, workers receive 1 additional day for every two consecutive years worked beyond the first year, up to a statutory ceiling of 25 days.

Frequently asked

Does this apply to workplaces with fewer than 5 employees?

Statutory paid leave under Article 60 applies to workplaces with 5 or more regular employees in South Korea.

Does the calculator account for unused leave payout calculations?

No, this tool models statutory leave day accrual schedules, not monetary leave compensation or ordinary wage payouts.