Employees are entitled to 15 days of paid vacation each year.

Colombia recognizes 18 public holidays.

The employer is responsible for paying two-thirds of the daily wage for the first two days of sick leave. Sick leave is charged at the same cost by social security starting on the third day.

Maternity leave is 18 weeks long and pays 100% of your wages. The boss pays the employee, and claims the money from social security (EPS).

Paternity leave lasts for eight days and is paid at full pay. The boss pays the employee and then claims the money in the EPS system.

There are currently no provisions in the Colombian law regarding parental leave.

Bereavement Leave: 5 days and leave can be paid or unpaid depending on the company policy.

Marriage Leave: 5 days of paid leave.