Payroll and Benefits Guide Gabon

Annual Leave (vacation)

Employees are entitled to a minimum of 22 days of paid annual vacation after completing one year of service.

Public Holidays

Sick Days

Employees with less than two years of service can receive up to one month of paid sick leave annually, while those with two or more years are eligible for up to six months per year. A valid medical certificate is required, and payment is generally covered by the social security system for eligible employees.

Maternity Leave

Expectant mothers (who have worked for 12 consecutive months) are entitled to up to 14 weeks (6 weeks pre- and 8 weeks post-birth), with partial wage replacement and job protection.

Paternity Leave

Paternity leave in Gabon provides a statutory entitlement of up to 3 consecutive days of leave following the birth or adoption of a child. The employee must inform their employer at least one month before the expected date of delivery, and the leave is fully paid during this period

Bereavement Leave

Gabonese law does not specify a statutory entitlement for bereavement leave. However, many employers provide exceptional paid leave, typically around 2 to 3 working days, following the death of a close family member, such as a spouse, child, or parent. The exact duration is not standardized under law and often depends on collective agreements or internal company policy