Paternity Leave Singapore 2026: Full Guide for Fathers
Singapore fathers get 4 weeks of Government-Paid Paternity Leave (GPPL) in 2026. Here's who qualifies, how much you're paid, and how to claim it from your employer.
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Singapore fathers are entitled to 4 weeks of Government-Paid Paternity Leave (GPPL) in 2026. The leave can be taken flexibly within 12 months of your child's birth. This guide explains exactly who qualifies, how much you get paid, and what you need to do to claim it.
How Much Paternity Leave Do Fathers Get in 2026?
| Type | Duration | Paid By |
|---|---|---|
| Government-Paid Paternity Leave (GPPL) | 4 weeks | Government (via employer) |
| Shared Parental Leave (SPL) | Up to 4 weeks (shared with mother) | Government |
The 4-week GPPL was increased from 2 weeks on 1 January 2025. Both GPPL and SPL can be taken as block leave or flexibly in days/weeks within 12 months of birth.
Who Is Eligible for GPPL?
You qualify for 4 weeks GPPL if:
- Your child is a Singapore Citizen (born on or after 1 January 2025)
- You are the biological or adoptive father (or the mother's husband)
- You have been employed for at least 3 continuous months before the birth
- You are employed at the time of birth (self-employed fathers get government-paid benefits too)
Non-citizens: Fathers who are not Singapore Citizens may still qualify if their child is a Singapore Citizen.
How Much Are You Paid?
GPPL is paid at your actual salary, capped at $2,500 per week (government reimburses the employer up to this cap).
| Your Weekly Salary | GPPL Paid Per Week |
|---|---|
| $2,500 or below | Full salary (100% reimbursed) |
| Above $2,500 | $2,500 per week (employer pays the difference) |
For a 4-week GPPL, the maximum government reimbursement is $10,000.
How to Take Paternity Leave
- Notify your employer as early as possible — at least 1 week before taking the leave is recommended
- Submit the Employer's Notice of Claim online at ecitizen.gov.sg after the leave is taken
- Your employer pays you as normal and claims reimbursement from the government (up to the cap)
Leave can be taken:
- In one block of 4 weeks
- In separate days/weeks, flexibly within 12 months of birth
- Concurrently with your spouse's maternity leave
Shared Parental Leave (SPL)
From 1 April 2024, fathers can receive up to 4 additional weeks of Shared Parental Leave — with the mother's agreement to share from her 16 weeks of maternity leave. Both parents cannot take SPL at the same time for the same child.
What If Your Employer Refuses?
Employers are legally required to grant GPPL to eligible employees under the Child Development Co-Savings Act. If your employer refuses, you can contact the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) at 6438 5122 or file a complaint at mom.gov.sg/feedback.
Key Dates
- 4-week GPPL took effect: 1 January 2025
- Applies to: children born on or after 1 January 2025
- Children born before 1 January 2025: 2 weeks GPPL applies
Use the CPF Contribution Calculator to see how CPF is calculated on paternity leave pay.
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