Israel Sick Days Calculator 2026
Key Facts:
Accrual: 1.5 days/month (max 90 days). Day 1: unpaid. Days 2-3: 50%. Day 4+: 100%.
Sick Leave Rights in Israel
Under Israeli labor law, every employee is entitled to 1.5 sick days per month of employment, accumulating up to a maximum of 90 days. A doctor's note is required from the first day of absence.
Sick pay follows a graduated scale: the first day is unpaid, days 2-3 are compensated at 50% of the daily wage, and from day 4 onward the employee receives full pay.
| Sick Day | Pay Rate |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | 0% (unpaid) |
| Days 2-3 | 50% |
| Day 4+ | 100% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
+ How many sick days do I get in Israel?
Israeli employees accrue 1.5 sick days per month of employment, up to 90 days total. The first day is unpaid, days 2-3 are paid at 50%, and from day 4 onward you receive 100% pay.
+ How is sick pay calculated in Israel?
Sick pay depends on your seniority: Day 1 is unpaid, days 2-3 at 50% of daily wage, and day 4+ at 100%. This calculator shows your exact entitlement.
+ Do unused sick days carry over?
Yes, unused sick days accumulate and carry over from year to year, up to a maximum of 90 days.
+ Is this sick days calculator free?
Yes! ALMO AI's sick days calculator is completely free with no registration required.
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