{"id":2487,"date":"2025-08-21T10:01:51","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T08:01:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/?p=2487"},"modified":"2025-08-28T14:19:55","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T12:19:55","slug":"expanding-your-business-to-chad-dont-forget-leave-days","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/nieuws\/uw-bedrijf-uitbreiden-naar-tsjaad-vergeet-de-verlofdagen-niet\/","title":{"rendered":"So, you're eyeing Chad? Let's talk employee leave!"},"content":{"rendered":"

So, you're eyeing Chad? Let's talk employee leave!<\/h2>\n

by Hyacinthe Ndolenodji<\/em> - Director, Job Booster Tchad<\/em><\/p>\n

Expanding your Dutch enterprise into Chad? Exciting! But before you dive in, there\u2019s one area that\u2019s critical to get right: employee leave entitlements. It\u2019s more than a compliance checkbox - it\u2019s a foundation for stability, engagement, and long-term growth.<\/p>\n

This guide offers clear, actionable insights to help you navigate Chad\u2019s labor laws, avoid risks, and foster a motivated workforce.<\/p>\n

Chad\u2019s annual leave: the basics<\/h3>\n

Under Chad\u2019s Labor Code (currently under revision), full-time employees are entitled to 2 working days of paid leave per month, equating to 24 days annually. This accrual begins from day one.<\/p>\n

A \u201cmonth of effective work\u201d is defined as four weeks or 24 working days \u2013 providing clarity across varying schedules.<\/p>\n

Seniority may increase entitlements. Some sectors offer 26 days\/year after 10 years, but these are typically found in collective agreements, not the Labor Code itself. Be sure to check your sector\u2019s rules.<\/p>\n

Taking leave: rules and payments<\/h3>\n

Employees may take leave after one year of service. It must usually be used within the next 12 months. Splitting leave is allowed \u2013 with one portion being at least 14 consecutive days, including rest days or public holidays.<\/p>\n

Importantly, employees on leave receive a leave allowance equivalent to their average earnings (salary, premiums, commissions) from the prior 12 months \u2013 paid before leave starts. If an employee leaves before taking accrued leave, it must be paid out.<\/p>\n

Some sources suggest 1.5 days\/month (18 days\/year). That\u2019s incorrect. Always follow the Labor Code, which mandates 2 days\/month.<\/p>\n

Public holidays in Chad<\/h3>\n

Chad has several official public holidays, typically paid and in addition to annual leave. Islamic holidays (e.g., Ramadan, Tabaski) follow lunar calendars and may shift.\nIf holidays fall on weekends or during leave, the Labor Code isn\u2019t specific \u2013 this is usually addressed by decrees, collective agreements, or company policy. Local HR advice is key.<\/p>\n

Other types of leave<\/p>\n

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  • Maternity leave:<\/strong> 14 weeks (6 before + 8 after delivery), extendable for medical reasons. Mothers get 1 hour\/day for breastfeeding for 15 months post-birth. Covered mostly by social security.<\/li>\n
  • Paternity leave:<\/strong> Typically, 1\u20132 weeks, depending on sector agreements but Labour Code is not specific about it.<\/li>\n
  • Sick leave:<\/strong> Short-term sick days often allowed under company policy; long-term illness can suspend contracts (up to 6 months) with employer-paid indemnity equal to regular pay during that period.<\/li>\n
  • Bereavement & marriage leave:<\/strong> Not statutory, but often included under \"family event leave\" in agreements \u2013 usually up to 10 days\/year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Smart tips for Dutch employers<\/h3>\n
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    1. Align contracts with local law:<\/strong> All contracts must comply with Chadian labor laws. Use clear French translations and consult a local expert.<\/li>\n
    2. Track leave accrual:<\/strong> Do it monthly - it\u2019s a legal must.<\/li>\n
    3. Plan leave fairly:<\/strong> Consider both company needs and employee preferences. Provide at least 15 days\u2019 notice for leave dates.<\/li>\n
    4. Handle holidays wisely:<\/strong> Get clarity on how they interact with leave\/weekends.<\/li>\n
    5. Consider EOR services:<\/strong> If not yet incorporated in Chad, an employer-of-record can manage payroll and HR compliance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Final word: compliance builds strong teams<\/h3>\n

      Chad\u2019s leave framework requires 24 paid annual leave days, with added benefits through collective agreements. Maternity is protected; other leaves vary by sector. Getting this right goes beyond law - it\u2019s about building trust and a happy team.<\/p>\n

      Need help navigating this? Local partners like Job Booster Chad Entreprise can support your smooth entry into Chad\u2019s labor market. Think of it not just as legal compliance \u2013 but smart, people-centered business.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Uw bedrijf uitbreiden naar Tsjaad? Vergeet de verlofdagen niet door Hyacinthe Ndolenodji \u2013 Directeur, Job Booster Tchad Overweegt u om uw Nederlandse onderneming uit te breiden naar Tsjaad? Spannend \u2013 en veelbelovend! Maar voordat u de eerste stappen zet, is het goed om te weten hoe het zit met verlofrechten voor medewerkers. Dat lijkt misschien […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2491,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2487","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nieuws"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2487","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2487"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2487\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2494,"href":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2487\/revisions\/2494"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2491"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2487"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2487"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobbooster-enterprises.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2487"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}