South Korea tops global paternity leave rankings
South Korea provides fathers with the most generous paid paternity leave globally. Over half the world lacks any statutory paid leave for fathers.
Why it matters
Paternity leave policies influence workforce participation and family planning decisions.
moorepay analysis highlights global disparity
moorepay's research compared 193 nations, finding 51 without any paid paternity leave.
south korea offers 20 weeks of leave
the country's policy includes 20 weeks of paid time, with additional unpaid leave available.
Common questions
how many countries offer paid paternity leave?
fifty-one nations, including the us and new zealand, have no statutory paid leave.
what is the global average for paternity leave?
the report does not specify an average, but highlights the top performer as south korea.
Sources
- South Korea leads global ranking for paternity leave benefits By Adam McCulloch, Employee Benefits · employeebenefits.co.uk
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