{"id":1095,"date":"2025-06-16T12:38:51","date_gmt":"2025-06-16T12:38:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.info-tech.com.my\/blog\/?p=1095"},"modified":"2026-05-18T06:28:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T06:28:02","slug":"maternity-and-paternity-leave-in-malaysia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.info-tech.com.my\/blog\/maternity-and-paternity-leave-in-malaysia\/","title":{"rendered":"Maternity And Paternity Leave Entitlement In Malaysia 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Having a baby changes your\u00a0life.\u00a0But for people working in Malaysia, it also raises some down-to-earth questions:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>How many days off do new moms get in 2026?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Can dads take time off too?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Will I still get my\u00a0paycheck\u00a0while\u00a0I&#8217;m\u00a0away?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you&#8217;re an employee getting ready to have a kid\u2014or an employer trying to follow the rules\u2014this guide will help you understand Maternity and Paternity Leave in Malaysia (2026) and with peace of mind.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<table>\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Leave Type<\/th>\r\n<th>Duration<\/th>\r\n<th>Paid<\/th>\r\n<th>Eligibility<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Maternity Leave<\/td>\r\n<td>98 days<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>EA-covered employees<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Paternity Leave<\/td>\r\n<td>7 days<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Married male employees<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<h2><strong>What&#8217;s Different About Time Off for New Parents in Malaysia (2026)?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Employment (Amendment) Act 2022, which started on\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1 January 2023<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, brought big changes to maternity and paternity leave. These rules remain in force in 2026, with no further amendments announced under the Employment Act 1955 as of the latest government updates.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>The main updates:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maternity leave grew to 98 days<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0(up from 60 days before).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Paternity leave<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0began for the first time in the private sector giving fathers\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7 days of paid time off.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><strong>What is Maternity Leave in Malaysia? (2026)\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How Long is Maternity Leave?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By 2026 working moms can take <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">98 days (14 weeks) of maternity leave<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, a change that many have greeted with enthusiasm.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Will You Receive Pay During Maternity Leave?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Yes. Your employer must give you\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">100% of your wages<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0while\u00a0you&#8217;re\u00a0on maternity leave if:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Under the Employment Act 1955 (as amended), maternity protection applies to all employees regardless of salary. However, entitlement to maternity allowance (paid leave) depends on meeting eligibility conditions such as service duration and employment status.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You do\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">manual labour<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">domestic work<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, no matter how much you earn.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many firms offer more than the bare minimum through their own HR rules.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><strong>Who Can Get Paid Maternity Leave? (2026)\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<p><strong>To qualify under the Act, you need to:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"18\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">You must have worked at least 90 days within the 9 months before confinement (childbirth).<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"18\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You need to have a\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">live birth<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0(some employers give leave for stillbirths too).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><strong>Can You Get More Time Off for Maternity Leave?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The law gives you\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">98 days<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0minimum. Any\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">extra time off<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0without pay or more benefits depend on your job contract or what your company offers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><strong>What is Paternity Leave in Malaysia? (2026)\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<h3><strong>How Many Days Do Dads Get Off?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<p><strong>From 2023, married men working in private companies can take:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"19\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7 days off in a row with pay<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"19\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For up to 5 kids, no matter where they work<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3><strong>Eligibility Requirements for Paternity Leave (2026)\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<p><strong>To qualify, fathers must:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Have a legal marriage to the child&#8217;s mother.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Have a job with the same employer for 12 months or more.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tell the employer when the baby is due at least 30 days before (or as soon as possible).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><strong>What are the Compliance Reminders for Employers?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Malaysia enforces\u00a0labor\u00a0laws with\u00a0vigor. Employers who\u00a0don&#8217;t\u00a0give maternity or paternity leave might face:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"21\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Punishments under the Employment Act<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"21\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Issues\u00a0with\u00a0employees\u00a0that\u00a0affect\u00a0the company&#8217;s image<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"21\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Checks and money penalties for breaking rules<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That&#8217;s\u00a0why many companies are\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">switching to digital<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">leave management<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0systems like\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Info-Tech&#8217;s<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">HRMS<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><strong>Why Use Leave Management Software to Handle Maternity &amp; Paternity Leave?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Managing parental leave involves more than just counting days\u2014it&#8217;s\u00a0about making sure you\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">follow the rules, keep things clear, and plan your workforce.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>With Info-Tech&#8217;s Leave Management Software, HR teams can:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"22\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Figure out leave based on maternity\/paternity laws<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"22\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Check if employees qualify right away<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"22\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Create reports that meet legal requirements<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"22\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Steer clear of\u00a0mistakes that come from tracking by hand in Excel or WhatsApp<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><strong>What is the Difference Between Maternity and Paternity Leave in Malaysia? (2026)<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<table>\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Feature<\/th>\r\n<th>Maternity Leave<\/th>\r\n<th>Paternity Leave<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Duration<\/td>\r\n<td>98 days<\/td>\r\n<td>7 days<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Paid<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Eligibility<\/td>\r\n<td>Female employees<\/td>\r\n<td>Married male employees<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Service Requirement<\/td>\r\n<td>90 days in 9 months<\/td>\r\n<td>12 months<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Child Limit<\/td>\r\n<td>No strict cap<\/td>\r\n<td>Max 5 births<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Parental leave in Malaysia has improved and now includes more people. With 98 days for maternity leave and 7 days for paternity leave, employees now have\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">better protection and time\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to focus on their families.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For employers, compliance\u00a0isn&#8217;t\u00a0optional. Poor leave management can lead to legal\u00a0issues\u00a0and\u00a0dissatisfied\u00a0employees.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What&#8217;s\u00a0the answer? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.info-tech.com.my\/leave-management-software\"><strong>Leave management software<\/strong><\/a>. Info-Tech&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.info-tech.com.my\/hrms-software\"><strong>HRMS<\/strong><\/a> helps you automate parental leave, follow Malaysian\u00a0labor\u00a0laws, and create a workplace that supports families.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>Want An Expert Advice? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.info-tech.com.my\/contact-us?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_campaign=maternity-paternity-leave\"><strong>Contact Our Team<\/strong><\/a> Now!<\/p>\r\n<h2><strong>Frequently Asked Questions:<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<p><\/p>\r\n<div class=\"container\">\r\n<div class=\"mi-faq\">\r\n<div id=\"accordionExample\" class=\"accordion\">\r\n<div class=\"card\">\r\n<div id=\"headingOne\" class=\"card-head\">\r\n<div class=\"acc-arrow\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseOne\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapseOne\">\r\n<h4 class=\"Positionheader\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW156313653 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-IN\" xml:lang=\"EN-IN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW156313653 BCX8\">How many days of maternity leave are Malaysian employees entitled to in 2026?<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"collapseOne\" class=\"collapse show\" aria-labelledby=\"headingOne\" data-parent=\"#accordionExample\">\r\n<div class=\"card-body\">\r\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW170982784 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-IN\" xml:lang=\"EN-IN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW170982784 BCX8\">The Employment Act 1955 gives female employees 98 days of maternity leave with full pay.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW170982784 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"card\">\r\n<div id=\"headingtwo\" class=\"card-head\">\r\n<div class=\"collapsed acc-arrow\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsetwo\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsetwo\">\r\n<h4 class=\"Positionheader\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW168500298 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-IN\" xml:lang=\"EN-IN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW168500298 BCX8\">Do fathers in Malaysia get paternity leave in 2026?<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"collapsetwo\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingtwo\" data-parent=\"#accordionExample\">\r\n<div class=\"card-body\">\r\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW11869090 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-IN\" xml:lang=\"EN-IN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11869090 BCX8\">Yes. 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