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Absences, Holidays and Leave: Rights and Obligations in the Labour Code [Back to blog](/en/blog) [Recursos Humanos](/en/blog?tag=recursos%20humanos) # Absences, Holidays and Leave: Rights and Obligations in the Labour Code GY [Grupo Your](/en/blog?author=Grupo%20Your) 18 June 2026· 1 min read Share ![Absences, Holidays and Leave: Rights and Obligations in the Labour Code por Grupo Your - Grupo Your Contabilidade](https://xmvtahclopqwmxwnbimy.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/blog-images/grupo-your-faltas-ferias-licencas-direitos-obrigacoes.jpg "Absences, Holidays and Leave: Rights and Obligations in the Labour Code por Grupo Your - Grupo Your Contabilidade") ## In this article - [The right to holidays](#the-right-to-holidays) - [Holiday pay](#holiday-pay) - [Justified absences](#justified-absences) - [Unjustified absences](#unjustified-absences) - [Leave](#leave) - [Record-keeping and communication](#record-keeping-and-communication) - [The balance between rights and management](#the-balance-between-rights-and-management) Holidays, absences and leave are topics that frequently raise questions for both employees and companies. Understanding the rules prevents conflicts and ensures compliance with the law. Here’s what you need to know. ### The right to holidays As a general rule, employees are entitled to 22 working days of holiday per year. In the year of admission, the entitlement is proportional to the time worked, with specific rules for the first months. Holidays should be scheduled by agreement and, in the absence of an agreement, according to legal rules. ### Holiday pay In addition to days off, employees are entitled to holiday pay (subsídio de férias), which corresponds to the remuneration for the holiday period. It can be paid in full or in twelfths, as agreed. ### Justified absences The law provides for justified absences, for example, due to illness, death of a family member, fulfilment of legal obligations, or assistance to family members. Some maintain remuneration, others do not, depending on the reason and duration. ### Unjustified absences Unjustified absences result in loss of remuneration and may have disciplinary consequences. Recurrence can be grounds for disciplinary proceedings. ### Leave There are specific types of leave, such as parental leave, leave for childcare or family care, and unpaid leave. Each one has its own rules regarding duration, communication, and job protection. ### Record-keeping and communication The company must keep records of holidays, absences, and leave, and the employee must communicate and justify absences within the deadlines. Organising this information helps prevent disputes. ### The balance between rights and management Managing holidays and absences requires reconciling employees' rights with the company's needs. Advance holiday planning and knowledge of the rules help both parties. 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