Annual leave: How many leave days are employees in Vietnam entitled to?
Employees working on a full-time schedule are entitled to a minimum of 12 days of paid annual leave each year, though some employees may receive more.
If you begin working partway through the year, your annual leave is adjusted based on your start date and the number of months you’ve worked. For example, if you start on June 1, 2024, you would receive a prorated amount of leave, which means you'll be entitled to a portion of the 12 days, calculated based on the 7 months remaining in the year.
Additionally, for every 5 years you work for the same employer, annual leave increases by 1 day. For instance, after 5 years, an employee would have 13 days of annual leave, after 10 years, 14 days, and so on.
Starting from your second year of employment, you will be eligible for the full 12 days of annual leave, which covers the entire calendar year (January 1 to December 31).
Note: Employees must log their annual leave through Remote's Time Off feature. This applies even if the Customer uses a different system, as recording leave through Remote ensures accurate balances and calculations. Employees can submit requests via the browser or the mobile app.
Disclaimer: Please be advised that the information provided is for general guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Clients are strongly encouraged to contact the Lifecycle - Time & Attendance team for expert guidance and assistance in navigating the intricate landscape of time off requirements in Vietnam. Consulting with our team is imperative to ensure compliance with local employment standards legislation and clearly understand the stipulated time off and attendance related requirements. Your proactive engagement with the Time & Attendance team is vital to making informed decisions and adhering to all relevant regulations.
