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ARTICLE · 21 NOVEMBER 2024

What Is Excuse Leave? How Many Days Is Excuse Leave?

Excuse leave is a legal leave that allows employees to temporarily leave work for a short period due to specific personal situations.

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What is Excuse Leave?

Excuse leave is a legal leave that allows employees to temporarily leave work for a short period due to specific personal situations. It is a right designed to help employees maintain a balance between their social lives and professional obligations. In Türkiye, this type of leave is regulated under the Labor Law No. 4857.

When Can Excuse Leave Be Used?

Excuse leave is a legally guaranteed right for employees to take a break in the face of significant and unexpected situations. These include marriage, paternity leave after childbirth, the death of a first-degree relative, or adoption. Excuse leave enables employees to handle mandatory personal matters without being disadvantaged. These leaves are independent of annual leave rights and are typically used from the date of the event. Employers are legally required to approve these leave requests within the framework of the relevant regulations.

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