Central African Republic Annual Leave & Bonus Calculator
Accurately calculate legal paid vacation days (2 working days/month, seniority additions up to +6 days), 1/12th statutory leave pay, and pro-rated 13th-month gratuity.
🌴 Leave & Compensation Parameters
CAR legal minimum wage (SMIG): 35,000 FCFA/month
Bonuses: +2 days (10y), +4 days (15y), +6 days (20y)
Enter 0 if your establishment does not grant a 13th-month bonus
Total Leave & Gratuity Settlement
The statutory leave allowance cannot be lower than 1/12th of total earnings during the reference period, ensuring the employee receives compensation equivalent to regular active duty.
📋 Statutory Paid Vacation & Seniority Increments in CAR
| Continuous Seniority | Base Accrual | Seniority Bonus Days | Total Paid Annual Vacation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 10 years | 24 working days | None (+0d) | 24 working days (4 wks) |
| 10 to 14 years | 24 working days | +2 working days | 26 working days |
| 15 to 19 years | 24 working days | +4 working days | 28 working days |
| 20 years and above | 24 working days | +6 working days | 30 working days (5 wks) |
📖 Legal Framework for Paid Rest and Gratuities in CAR
In the Central African Republic, every salaried employee acquires rights to annual paid vacation after completing 12 months of effective service with the same employer. The statutory baseline rate is 2 working days per month (equivalent to 24 working days per full year).
The leave compensation is due at the start of the holiday period. If employment terminates before all earned vacation days have been taken, the employer is legally obligated to settle the remaining balance in full indemnity within the final settlement (solde de tout compte).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions • CAR Paid Vacation
How many days of annual paid leave does a worker accrue in CAR?
Employees accrue 2 working days of paid leave per month, totaling 24 working days (4 calendar weeks) per full year.
What are the legal seniority leave bonuses in the Central African Republic?
Seniority adds +2 working days after 10 years, +4 days after 15 years, and +6 days after 20 years of continuous service.
How is the statutory leave allowance calculated in CAR?
It is calculated/12th of total earnings during the 12-month reference period or based on normal active working compensation.
Is a year-end bonus (13th month) mandatory under CAR law?
It is mandatory when stipulated by sector collective conventions or individual contracts, paid pro-rata if service is under 12 months.
Can an employer replace annual leave with cash payment?
No. Taking physical vacation is of public order. Cash compensation is strictly permitted only upon definitive employment termination.
Engr. Muhammad Shahzad
Verified Labor & Payroll AuditorPrincipal hardware & web systems engineer with deep domain knowledge in CEMAC employment law, severance liquidation, and vacation entitlement algorithms.
📊 Central African Republic Statutory Fiscal & Labor Matrix
| Statutory Component / Legal Deduction Item | Calculated Amount (XAF) |
|---|---|
| Primary Net / Statutory Payable Amount | 0 FCFA |
Engr. Muhammad Shahzad
Principal Financial Systems Architect & Central African CEMAC & CAR Regulatory Policy Specialist
Lead software and systems architect specializing in high-performance browser computing, algorithmic validation, financial models, and zero-telemetry client-side privacy architecture.