In Peru, the Labor Law Decree No. 713 stipulates that employees are entitled to 30 calendar days of paid vacation leave after completing one full year of continuous service with their employer.

Vacation Scheduling

The scheduling of vacation time is a mutual agreement between employers and employees. At least 15 days of vacation must be taken consecutively. The remaining 15 days can be negotiated or chosen by the employer.

Vacation Payout

Employees can "sell" unused vacation days (up to 15 days) back to their employers for monetary compensation. However, this option must be explicitly agreed upon.

Termination of Employment and Vacation

If employment is terminated before the completion of a full year, employees are entitled to proportionate vacation pay. This is calculated based on the time of service accrued, as per Labor Law Decree No. 713.

Additional Considerations

Vacation entitlements can sometimes be more favorable based on collective bargaining agreements specific to a workplace or industry. There might also be variations in vacation entitlements in specific employment sectors or based on individual contract terms.

Peru celebrates a variety of national, regional, and religious holidays throughout the year.

National Holidays

Peru's national holidays include:

• New Year's Day on January 1st
• Labor Day on May 1st
• Saints Peter and Paul Day on June 29th
• National Independence Days (Fiestas Patrias) on July 28th and 29th
• Santa Rosa de Lima Day on August 30th
• Battle of Angamos on October 8th
• All Saints' Day on November 1st
• Immaculate Conception on December 8th
• Christmas Day on December 25th

Regional and Local Holidays

In addition to these national holidays, some cities or regions in Peru may observe additional holidays specific to their location or patron saints.

Variable Dates

It's also important to note that the dates of certain religious holidays, such as Easter and related observances, can vary from year to year.

For the most accurate and updated calendar of public holidays in Peru, refer to the official website of the Ministry of Labor and Employment Promotion (Peru).

In Peru, employees have access to various types of leave, each with its own set of rules and entitlements.

Annual Leave

Employees are entitled to 30 calendar days of paid vacation leave per year after completing one year of continuous service with the same employer. Employers and employees must mutually agree upon vacation scheduling, with at least 15 consecutive days being mandatory. The remaining days may be fragmented as agreed upon.

Sick Leave

Employees are entitled to paid sick leave upon presentation of a medical certificate. The first 20 days are paid by the employer. For longer periods of illness, social security (ESSALUD) coverage takes effect.

Maternity Leave

Maternity leave in Peru consists of 98 days of paid leave, divided into 49 days prenatal leave and 49 days postnatal leave. This leave is fully paid by the Peruvian Social Security (ESSALUD).

Paternity Leave

Fathers of newborns are entitled to 10 consecutive working days of paternity leave. Full pay for these days is provided by the employer. There is an extension of up to 30 calendar days of additional leave in the following cases: premature birth, multiple births, birth-related complications for the child, and maternal disability.

Other Types of Leave

Other types of leave include marriage leave, where employees are entitled to 3 consecutive working days of paid leave upon marriage. Bereavement leave is also available, governed by labor regulations and company policies following the death of an immediate family member. Leave may also be available for special circumstances like caring for a seriously ill family member, breast-feeding breaks, medical appointments, and more depending on legal provisions and company policies.