Leave policy · 🇬🇭 Ghana
Statutory leave in Ghana — every employer's baseline.
Here's what the Labour Act 2003 (Act 651) requires as the legal minimum. Your company handbook can go further — AnooreHR configures to whatever policy you actually run.
Labour Act 2003 (Act 651)
Verified 2026-04-2312 months of continuous service before first annual leave.
| Type | Entitlement | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual leave | 15 days | Working days, full pay. Applies to workers with 12+ months service.§20 Labour Act |
| Sick leave | 12 days | Working days per year, full pay with medical certification.§24 Labour Act |
| Maternity leave | 12 weeks | Full pay. Extended by 2 weeks for twins.§57 Labour Act |
| Paternity leave | None (statutory) | No statutory entitlement. Common CBA practice is 3–5 days. |
| Public holidays | 14 days | Gazetted annually by the Federal Government / Ministry of Interior. |
Not legal advice. These figures are the statutory minimum and may be superseded by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or a more generous employment contract. Always consult a licensed labour lawyer for binding advice.
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