Does the law require cash maternity benefits to be at least two-thirds (66.67%) of a worker's former wage?

  • 67% or more
  • Less than 67%
  • Flat rate benefit
  • Unpaid leave
  • No Data

This map reflects policies as of 1 January 2024 in 145 countries covered by the Index. The maps are based on the Labour Rights Index 2024, produced by the WageIndicator Foundation and the Centre for Labour Research (WageIndicator Labour Law office).

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  • 126 countries provide two-thirds or more of the worker’s salary during maternity leave
  • 11 countries stipulate less than two-thirds of the worker’s salary during maternity leave
  • 7 countries require flat rate maternity benefits during maternity leave 
  • 1 country has an unpaid maternity leave.