Maternity Leave Calculator
Calculate your maternity leave entitlement, payment split, and government reimbursement under Singapore law.
What is Government-Paid Maternity Leave (GPML)?
GPML is Singapore's statutory maternity leave scheme providing eligible working mothers with 16 weeks of paid leave when the child is a Singapore citizen. The first 8 weeks are employer-paid, while the last 8 weeks are government-funded, capped at $10,000 per 4 weeks (≈$2,500/week) including CPF contributions — total $40,000 over 16 weeks.
Result updates as you type
Total Maternity Leave
16 weeks
Eligible
Employer-Paid
8
weeks
Government-Paid
8
weeks
Unpaid
0
weeks
Reimburse Cap
$20,000
First 8 weeks employer-paid, last 8 weeks government-reimbursed (capped at $10,000 per 4 weeks).
Based on MOM maternity leave regulations. GPML applies for SG citizen children. Government reimbursement capped at $10,000 per 4 weeks. Verify with MOM for your specific situation.
Disclaimer
This calculator provides estimates based on MOM Employment Act guidelines. Actual leave entitlements depend on your employment contract, length of service, and employer policies. It is not intended to replace HR or legal advice.
Rates last verified: 4 Apr 2026.
Verify with MOM (https://www.mom.gov.sg). Full disclaimer at smartcalculator.sg/disclaimer.
Quick Reference
- • 16 weeks GPML for Singapore citizen children; 12 weeks under Employment Act for non-citizens
- • 1st & 2nd child: 8 weeks employer-paid + 8 weeks government-paid (capped at $10,000 per 4 weeks)
- • 3rd child onwards: all 16 weeks government-funded (capped at $10,000 per 4 weeks)
- • Eligibility: 3 months continuous employment before birth + child is SG citizen
- • Leave can be taken flexibly — last 8 weeks may be split with employer agreement
How Maternity Leave Works in Singapore
Singapore provides 16 weeks of Government-Paid Maternity Leave (GPML) for eligible working mothers with Singapore citizen children. This is one of the most generous maternity leave policies in Asia.
The payment structure is designed to share costs between employers and the government, with greater government support for third and subsequent childrenas part of Singapore's pro-natalist policies. Fathers can also refer to the Paternity Leave Calculator for their 4-week entitlement. To estimate your pay during leave, use the Salary Calculator.
1st & 2nd Child
8 + 8 weeks
8 weeks employer-paid + 8 weeks government-paid
3rd Child & Beyond
16 weeks
All 16 weeks government-funded (capped at $10,000 per 4 weeks)
Non-citizen Child
12 weeks
8 weeks employer-paid + 4 weeks unpaid
Who This Calculator Is For
Pregnant Employees (SC child)
Government-Paid Maternity Leave (GPML) entitlement.
- Total leave: 16 weeks maternity leave for SC child
- First 8 weeks: Employer-paid
- Weeks 9–16: Government-paid (reimbursed to employer)
- Cap: $10,000 for government-paid portion (each 4-week block)
- Eligibility: Must be employed for ≥3 months before delivery
Pregnant Employees (non-SC child)
Reduced to 8 weeks.
- Total leave: 8 weeks for non-SC, non-PR child
- Funding: Employer-paid only (no government reimbursement)
- Employment requirement: Same 3-month requirement applies
- Note: No enhancement to 16 weeks without SC child status
Self-Employed Women
GPML for eligible SEPs.
- Eligibility: Active engagement ≥3 months before delivery + 90-day no-engagement period after
- Payment: Government pays directly to eligible SEPs
- Claim: Via MOM
- Income threshold: Earned income >$500/month
Employers Managing Maternity Leave
Workflow and reimbursement.
- Obligation: Must allow 16 weeks (SC child) — cannot refuse
- Reimbursement: Claim weeks 9–16 from GPL portal
- Restriction: Maternity leave cannot be converted to salary or bonus
- Caution: Dismissing employee on maternity leave may be unfair dismissal
Maternity Leave: SC Child vs Non-SC Child
| Feature | Singapore Citizen Child | Non-SC / Non-PR Child |
|---|---|---|
| Total leave | 16 weeks | 8 weeks |
| Employer-paid portion | 8 weeks | 8 weeks |
| Government-paid portion | 8 weeks | None |
| Government cap per 4 weeks | $10,000 | N/A |
| Employment requirement | ≥3 months | ≥3 months |
| SEP eligibility | Yes (SC child) | No |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many weeks of maternity leave am I entitled to in Singapore?expand_more
Under the Government-Paid Maternity Leave (GPML) scheme, eligible working mothers are entitled to 16 weeks of maternity leave if the child is a Singapore citizen. The first 8 weeks are employer-paid, and the last 8 weeks are government-paid (capped at $10,000 per 4 weeks (≈$2,500/week) including CPF contributions — total $40,000 over 16 weeks).
How does the payment split differ by child order?expand_more
For the first and second child: the employer pays the first 8 weeks, and the government reimburses the last 8 weeks. For the third child and beyond: the government funds all 16 weeks of maternity leave (capped at $10,000 per 4 weeks (≈$2,500/week) including CPF contributions — total $40,000 over 16 weeks).
What are the eligibility requirements for 16 weeks maternity leave?expand_more
To qualify for 16 weeks GPML, you must: (1) have worked for your employer for at least 3 continuous months before the birth, (2) the child must be a Singapore citizen at birth, and (3) you must have given your employer at least 1 week notice of your maternity leave. If the child is not a Singapore citizen, you are entitled to 12 weeks under the Employment Act.
What if my child is not a Singapore citizen?expand_more
If the child is not a Singapore citizen at birth, the mother is entitled to 12 weeks of maternity leave under the Employment Act. The first 8 weeks are paid by the employer, and the remaining 4 weeks are unpaid. There is no government-paid portion for non-citizen children.
Sources
- • MOM (mom.gov.sg) — Government-Paid Maternity Leave eligibility, duration, and payment caps
- • MOM (mom.gov.sg) — Employment Act maternity leave provisions for non-citizen children