Annual Leave In Bulgaria: Carryover And Usage

Employees in Bulgaria have the right to paid annual leave after accumulating at least 4 months of work experience. This entitlement lasts throughout their employment. Let's explore what happens if this leave goes unused by year-end.

Minimum Leave & Carryover:

The Bulgarian Labour Code mandates a minimum of 20 working days as basic annual leave. Specific professions may receive additional days as outlined in the Code.

Unused Leave Carryover:

• Employer Responsibility: When annual leave is postponed (explained below) or remains unused by year-end, the employer must ensure its use within the next calendar year, no later than 6 months after the original year.
• Employee Rights: If the employer fails to facilitate leave usage within these timeframes, the employee can choose the time for leave by notifying them in writing at least 14 days in advance.