Information on sick child leave (VAB)
- Used whenever a child has fallen ill or when its regular caretakers are ill or otherwise unable to care for it.
- Can be transferred to another person in case neither of the parents can take the time off, for instance to gainfully employed grandparents or another person.
- Can be paid out for an unlimited number of days for a seriously ill child. This system is in effect until the child turns 12, in some cases until the child turns 16 (certificate from the Swedish Social Insurance Agency [Försäkringskassan] required).
- If the regular caretaker is ill, this must be verified with a doctor’s certificate from the eighth day of illness.
- Can be paid out for a maximum of 120 days per child and year.
- Can be paid out for a maximum of 60 days per child and year when the regular caretaker falls ill.
Apply for sick child leave (VAB).
Please direct any questions to the Payroll Unit
Read more about temporary parental benefit on the website of the Swedish Social Insurance Agency.