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Emergency Leave and Short-Term Absence Leave in Utrecht

In Utrecht, you are entitled to emergency leave for unexpected emergency situations and short-term absence leave for short absences, both with full salary retention. Read more about your rights and the legal basis.

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Emergency Leave and Short-Term Absence Leave in Utrecht

In the event of unexpected emergencies, you are entitled in Utrecht to emergency leave with full salary retention.

Emergency Leave

In the event of sudden, urgent situations where you cannot work, you are entitled to leave. Examples include:

  • Acute illness of a child or partner
  • Death of an immediate family member
  • Attendance at the birth of your partner
  • An emergency such as a leaking water pipe
  • A medical consultation that cannot be scheduled outside working hours

Duration of the Leave

Emergency leave lasts as long as necessary to arrange initial care, often a few hours up to a maximum of a few days.

Salary Retention

During emergency leave, you receive your full salary without any deduction.

Short-Term Absence Leave

For short absences, such as a doctor's visit that cannot be scheduled otherwise, you are also entitled to leave.

Refusal Not Permitted

An employer in Utrecht may not refuse emergency leave when the circumstances justify it.

Legal basis: Article 4:1 Work and Care Act

Frequently Asked Questions about Leave in Utrecht

When can I apply for emergency leave?

You can apply for this leave in unexpected, urgent situations such as a sick child, death of a family member, or an acute emergency at home. This right is legally protected, and your employer may not refuse it for valid reasons.

How long can I take emergency leave?

This leave lasts as long as necessary to resolve the emergency situation, often a few hours to a few days. Your salary is fully paid.

What distinguishes emergency leave from short-term absence leave?

Emergency leave is for unexpected emergency situations, while short-term absence leave is intended for scheduled, short absences such as a medical appointment. Both are fully paid.

Can an employer in Utrecht refuse leave?

No, in a justified situation, your employer may not refuse this leave. This is laid down in the Work and Care Act, Article 4:1.

Do I need to show proof for emergency leave?

Direct proof is not always required, but an employer may request an explanation afterwards, such as a medical certificate or other relevant document.

Local information: For legal assistance in Utrecht, you can contact the Juridisch Loket Utrecht at Catharijnesingel 55 or submit matters to the Rechtbank Midden-Nederland, Vrouwe Justitiaplein 1.