Annual leave calculator Kuwait: estimate under the law
An estimate of annual leave entitlement under the Kuwait Labour Law No. 6 of 2010. At least 30 working days, due for the first year after six months (Article 70).
An estimate of annual leave entitlement under Kuwait Labour Law 6 of 2010. At least 30 working days, due for the first year after six months (Article 70). Enter the start date and the calculation date. Checked against a copy of the official gazette. Results are estimates, not legal advice.
30 working days
- Service (years)
- 2
- Annual leave due
- 30 working days
Rule checked against a copy of the official gazette text on 20 October 2026, because the government site could not be reached. Check again before relying on it.
The rule used here
Article 70 (amended by Law 85 of 2017): paid annual leave of at least 30 working days, due for the first year after at least six months, excluding weekly rest days, public holidays and sick leave.
Official sources
- Private Sector Labour Law No. 6 of 2010 (Public Authority for Manpower)
- Law No. 85 of 2017 (Kuwait Al-Yawm)
Last checked: 20 October 2026. The government site could not be reached at the time of checking, so the text was checked against a copy of the official gazette.
How to use the calculator
- 1Enter the service and the wage
The dates and the wage as in the contract, and why the employment ended where asked.
- 2Read the result and its breakdown
The breakdown shows the full award and the share due, or the hourly wage and the multiplier.
- 3Check the rule and its source
The section below names the article, its text, the official source and what the calculator assumes.
Frequently asked questions
How much annual leave is due in Kuwait?
Article 70 (amended by Law 85 of 2017): paid annual leave of at least 30 working days, due for the first year after at least six months, excluding weekly rest days, public holidays and sick leave.
Is the result legally binding?
No. It estimates the general rule in the law. The contract, the work regulation and special cases can change the result, so check with a specialist before paying.
This is general information to help you understand the topic. It is not legal advice. Rules and rates change: always check the official text on the relevant authority’s platform and consult a qualified adviser before acting.
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