Last week we looked at Paternity Leave, and this week, with help from the folk at Instant Offices we take a closer look at what maternity leave looks like around the world… and it might not be quite how you think.
Which Countries have the most maternity leave?

COUNTRY
DAYS
WAGES PAID

 
PROVIDER
 

1.       SWEDEN
480
80%
SOCIAL INSURANCE

2.       CROATIA
365+
100%

HEALTH INSURANCE FUND
(until 6 months) – rest paid by State
 

3.       NORWAY
322-365
80-100%
SOCIAL INSURANCE

4.       UK
365

90%
 

Employer (92% refunded by public funds)
 

5.       SERBIA
365
100%
SOCIAL SECURITY

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