Oman Maternity & Paternity SPF Calculator
حاسبة إجازة الأمومة وبدل صندوق الحماية الاجتماعية وإجازة الأبوة في سلطنة عمان
Calculate statutory parental benefits under the New Oman Labour Law (Royal Decree No. 53/2023) and the Social Protection Law (Royal Decree No. 52/2023). Under the landmark national framework, working mothers receive 98 calendar days (14 weeks) of 100% fully paid maternity leave directly disbursed through the central Social Protection Fund (SPF), alongside 7 days of paid paternity leave for working fathers.
The SPF Maternity Insurance Branch relieves individual private employers from paying direct maternity wages, eliminating employment discrimination. Review your cash benefits, daily nursing hour rights, and extended childcare leave protections below.
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Comparative Analysis: Statutory Parental Leaves Across GCC States
Oman now leads the Arabian Gulf region in maternity welfare by enacting a 98-day fully funded maternity scheme alongside dedicated paternity leaves:
| Country & Legislation | Paid Maternity Leave | Funding Source | Paternity Leave | Daily Paid Nursing Break |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oman (RD 53/2023 & RD 52/2023) | 98 Days (14 Weeks) | Social Protection Fund (SPF) | 7 Days paid | 1 Hour / Day (for 1 yr) |
| Saudi Arabia (Labor Law Art. 151) | 12 Weeks (84 Days) | Employer direct wage | 3 Days paid | 1 Hour / Day |
| Kuwait (Labor Law 6/2010 Art. 24-25) | 70 Days full pay | Employer direct wage | 3 Days (CSC / guidance) | 2 Hours / Day (for 14-24mo) |
| UAE (Decree-Law 33/2021 Art. 30) | 60 Days (45 full + 15 half) | Employer direct wage | 5 Days parental | 2 breaks (1h total) / day |
| Qatar (Labor Law 14/2004 Art. 96) | 50 Days full pay | Employer direct wage | None statutory | 1 Hour / Day (for 1 yr) |
| Bahrain (Labor Law 36/2012 Art. 32) | 60 Days full pay | Employer direct wage | 1 Day paid | 2 Hours / Day (until 6mo) |
Frequently Asked Questions — Oman Labour Law Parental Rights (أسئلة شائعة)
What is the statutory duration of paid maternity leave in Oman under Royal Decree 53/2023?
Under Article 80 of the New Oman Labour Law (Royal Decree No. 53/2023), working mothers are entitled to ninety-eight (98) consecutive calendar days (14 full weeks) of maternity leave with 100% full wage coverage. This is the longest statutory maternity entitlement in the Arabian Gulf region.
How is maternity leave financed in Oman under the Social Protection Fund (SPF)?
Under Royal Decree No. 52/2023 (Social Protection Law), maternity leave is financed collectively through the SPF Maternity Insurance Scheme. Employers contribute 1% of the insured wage of all employees into the central fund. During maternity leave, the SPF directly pays the mother 100% of her insured contributory wage, relieving individual employers of direct cash burdens and eliminating hiring bias.
How many days of paid paternity leave are working fathers entitled to in Oman?
Under Article 82 of Royal Decree 53/2023, working fathers are legally entitled to seven (7) working days of fully paid paternity leave to support their family following the birth of a live newborn, provided the leave is taken within ninety-eight (98) days of childbirth.
What are the statutory daily nursing break rights for working mothers in Oman?
Under Article 83 of the Labour Law, upon completing maternity leave and returning to work, the mother is entitled to one (1) paid hour daily during standard working hours dedicated to nursing her child for a full year following childbirth, with zero deduction from her remuneration.
Can an employer terminate an employee while on maternity or parental leave in Oman?
No. Article 85 of Royal Decree 53/2023 enacts an absolute statutory prohibition against dismissing a worker or serving them notice of termination while they are on maternity leave, paternity leave, or medical leave resulting from pregnancy and childbirth complications.
