Georgia Annual Leave & Public Holiday Pay Calculator 🇬🇪
Compute statutory accrued vacation days (24 working days/yr), unused leave terminal encashment, and public holiday premium compensation under the Labor Code of Georgia in Lari (GEL ₾).
Base gross monthly compensation
Accrues at 2.0 working days per full month
Working days of vacation used in current cycle
17 official Georgian national public holidays
Labor Code of Georgia: Leave Entitlements Matrix
| Leave Category | Statutory Duration | Remuneration Rate | Governing Article |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Paid Annual Leave | 24 Working Days / Year | 100% of Normal Salary | Article 21, Labor Code |
| Unpaid Discretionary Leave | 15 Calendar Days / Year | Unpaid | Article 22, Labor Code |
| Official Public Holidays | 17 National Holidays | 150% - 200% Overtime Rate | Article 20, Labor Code |
| Heavy / Hazardous Leave | Additional 5-10 Days | 100% of Normal Salary | Sectoral Health Standards |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Annual Leave in Georgia
What is the statutory annual leave entitlement in Georgia?
Under Article 21 of the Organic Law of Georgia – Labor Code of Georgia, an employee is entitled to a minimum of 24 working days of paid annual leave per year, accruing at 2.0 working days per month of service. In addition, employees may request up to 15 calendar days of unpaid leave.
How is the statutory daily wage calculated for leave pay in Georgia?
For monthly-salaried employees, the daily wage rate is calculated by dividing the monthly gross salary by 21.67 working days (the average monthly working days on a standard 5-day week).
Can an employer replace paid vacation with cash during active employment?
No. Under the Labor Code of Georgia, replacing statutory paid vacation with monetary compensation during active employment is strictly prohibited. Unused leave can only be encashed upon contract termination.
How is work performed on official public holidays compensated in Georgia?
Georgia recognizes 17 statutory national public holidays. Work performed on gazetted public holidays is classified as overtime or compensated at enhanced wage rates (standardly at 1.5x to 2.0x regular pay or compensated with equivalent time off).
When does an employee earn the right to request annual leave?
Under Article 23 of the Labor Code, an employee obtains the right to request paid annual leave after 11 months of continuous work for an employer, unless mutually agreed otherwise in the employment contract.
Engr. Muhammad Shahzad
Verified Technical AuthorPrincipal Civil & Systems Software Engineer specializing in European and Caucasian labor standards, statutory vacation accrual models, and Georgian employment legal frameworks.
📊 Revenue Service of Georgia (RS.ge) & Pension Agency Matrix
| Statutory Component / Legal Deduction Item | Calculated Amount (GEL) |
|---|---|
| Primary Net / Statutory Payable Amount | 0.00 ₾ |