Annual Leave

Annual leave is paid time off work granted by employers to employees to be used for whatever the employee wishes. Depending on the employer's policies, differing number of days may be offered, and the employee may be required to give a certain amount of advance notice, may have to coordinate with the employer to be sure that staffing is adequately covered during the employee's absence, and other requirements may have to be met. It is considered a benefit for the employees.

Political Economy Average Standard
Annual Leave 2003
Sweden 33
Netherlands 31,5
Denmark 30
Germany 29,1
Estonia 28
Italy 28
Luxembourg 28
Austria 25
Finland 25
France 25
United Kingdom 25
Greece 23
Ireland 20
Switzerland 20
Japan 18
USA 12

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