I don’t have enough context yet to give a precise answer for you. Sick leave entitlements vary widely by country, employer policy, and local labor law, and you asked a very general question without specifying the country or your situation. If you can share:
- your country or state/province
- whether you’re asking about paid or unpaid sick leave
- your employment status (full-time, part-time, contractor) and any relevant employer policy
- whether you’re asking about annual accruals, usage limits, or eligibility for sick-pay benefits
I can give a clear, accurate answer tailored to your situation. In the meantime, here are common patterns to look for, so you know what information to provide:
- Annual entitlement: Some jurisdictions specify a minimum number of sick days or hours per year; others provide a percentage of normal pay during illness.
- Accrual vs. frontloading: Some systems grant sick leave as a fixed annual allotment; others accrue sick hours as you work.
- Certification requirements: Many places require a medical certificate if sick leave lasts beyond a certain number of days.
- Carryover and caps: There may be limits on how many unused sick days you can carry over to the next year, or on total eligible balance.
- Pay during sick leave: Some regimes pay a portion of wages (e.g., 60–100%) for a defined period; others provide statutory sick pay or require employer-provided coverage.
If you share the specifics, I’ll provide the exact figures and how to apply them.
