Care Leave: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Understand the rights of employees in Switzerland who need to take time off to care for sick family members.
Care Leave is a provision that allows employees to take time off from work to care for sick family members.
Who it's for
This scheme is for employees who are currently caring for sick family members. It is designed to provide support for workers who must balance their professional responsibilities with the needs of a family member who is unwell.
What you get
You are entitled to take leave to attend to your family member's needs. You can receive up to 3 days of leave per incident, with a maximum of 10 days available per year.
What it costs you
To access this leave, you must provide a medical certificate. This is the documentation required to support your request for time off.
The catch to know
The most important thing to keep in mind is that you must inform your employer immediately when the need for care arises.
How to apply
- Notify your employer immediately when you need to take leave to care for a family member.
- Obtain a medical certificate to support your request.
- Submit the required documentation to your employer.