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Spouse Miscarriage and Stillbirth Leave (배우자 유산·사산휴가, Newly Introduced Sept. 18, 2026): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Up to 5 days of leave, the first 3 days paid. For workers of priority support companies, 100% of ordinary wages for the first 3 days is supported as a benefit (caps: 1 day KRW 84,210, 2 days KRW 168,420, 3 days KRW 252,630).

This page is a translation of the Korean original and is for reference only. The official Korean guidance is the authoritative source for amounts and conditions, so be sure to confirm on the official website before applying. View Korean original (한국어)

Who is eligible: Male workers whose spouse experienced a miscarriage or stillbirth.
When to apply: Request within 20 days from the day the spouse had the miscarriage or stillbirth; for cases occurring after Sept. 18, 2026, use within a range of 5 days (the first 3 days paid).
How to apply: Request from the employer (within 20 days from the date of the miscarriage or stillbirth). For the benefit, the employment center, such as through Work24 (고용24, https://www.work24.go.kr).
Important notes: You must request within 20 days from the date of the miscarriage or stillbirth. Whether cases occurring before Sept. 18, 2026 are covered retroactively has not been confirmed.
Note: No government benefit support for workers of large companies (priority support companies only per the press release). Limits on gestational weeks, splitting, and the benefit application deadline are not stated in the press release - since it has just taken effect, confirm details at 1350.

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Based on official sources as of 2026년 10월. Amounts and requirements may change, so please confirm with the official guide before applying.

Frequently asked questions

Spouse Miscarriage and Stillbirth Leave (배우자 유산·사산휴가, Newly Introduced Sept. 18, 2026): who can receive it?

Male workers whose spouse experienced a miscarriage or stillbirth.

Spouse Miscarriage and Stillbirth Leave (배우자 유산·사산휴가, Newly Introduced Sept. 18, 2026): how do I apply?

Request from the employer (within 20 days from the date of the miscarriage or stillbirth). For the benefit, the employment center, such as through Work24 (고용24, https://www.work24.go.kr).

Spouse Miscarriage and Stillbirth Leave (배우자 유산·사산휴가, Newly Introduced Sept. 18, 2026): how much will I receive?

Spouse Miscarriage and Stillbirth Leave (배우자 유산·사산휴가, Newly Introduced Sept. 18, 2026): when can I apply?

Request within 20 days from the day the spouse had the miscarriage or stillbirth; for cases occurring after Sept. 18, 2026, use within a range of 5 days (the first 3 days paid).