Malaysia Maternity & Paternity Leave Calculator
Calculate your exact confinement leave periods, statutory 98 days maternity pay, 7 days paternity wage continuation, and employer liabilities in Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).
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Frequently Asked Questions (Statutory FAQs)
When can a pregnant employee begin maternity leave in Malaysia?
Under Section 37(1), maternity leave can commence at any time within 30 days immediately preceding the expected date of confinement or immediately following birth.
Is maternity leave extended if a public holiday falls within the 98 days?
No. Section 37 specifies that maternity leave consists of ninety-eight (98) consecutive calendar days, which run consecutively regardless of rest days or public holidays.
What is the limit on paid maternity leave confinements in Malaysia?
Under Section 37(1)(c), an employee is not entitled to paid maternity allowance if she has five (5) or more surviving children at the time of confinement, though she remains entitled to unpaid maternity leave.
Are paternity leave days consecutive or can they be staggered?
Section 60FA specifies seven (7) consecutive days of paternity leave commencing on the day of birth.
Are commissions and overtime included in maternity allowance?
Maternity allowance is calculated on the employee Ordinary Rate of Pay (ORP) or standard monthly salary, excluding unpredictable overtime and discretionary bonuses.