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Holiday Entitlement Calculator (Pro Rata)

Calculate pro-rata annual leave for part-time work or a partial year — UK statutory 5.6 weeks, EU minimum 4 weeks, or your contract's entitlement.

For information and education only — not financial advice. Results are estimates based on the numbers you enter; check important decisions with a qualified professional.

How to use

  1. 1Choose the full-time entitlement (UK statutory, EU minimum or your contract).
  2. 2Enter the days you work per week and the share of the year you're employed.

How it's calculated

Days = weeks of leave × days worked per week × (months employed ÷ 12). UK statutory leave is 5.6 weeks, capped at 28 days; the EU Working Time Directive minimum is 4 weeks.

Frequently asked questions

What is the UK statutory holiday entitlement?

5.6 weeks a year — 28 days for someone working 5 days a week (bank holidays can be included). It's capped at 28 days even if you work 6 days.

What about zero-hours or irregular hours?

In the UK, from April 2024 holiday for irregular-hours workers accrues at 12.07% of hours worked in each pay period.

Does the EU minimum apply everywhere in Europe?

It's the minimum (4 weeks). Many countries give more — e.g. 5 weeks in France and Sweden — and collective agreements often add extra days.