OK, perhaps not exactly global SMP Rates!
But nevertheless, a comparison of SMP Rates (Statutory Maternity Pay) from some of our closest neighbours and from across the pond just in time for World Cup 2014!
If you have any further additions – please do let us know.
United Kingdom – Duration 39 weeks
6 weeks @ 90% average weekly earnings then 33 weeks @ 90% of average earnings or £138.18 per week whichever is lower.
France – Duration 16 weeks
100% pay, paid by state. Fathers allowed 2.5 weeks on full pay
Germany – Duration 14 weeks
14 weeks (100%) 6 before birth, 12/14 months (65%
Norway – Duration 47 or 57 weeks
47 weeks @ 100% pay or 57 weeks @ 80% pay
Finland – Duration 39 weeks
6 weeks @ 90% wages then 33 weeks @ 90% of average earnings or state set figure whichever the lower.
USA – Duration 12 weeks
12 weeks unpaid leave. If insured can claim 6 to 8 weeks 60% of salary
Brazil – Duration 120 – 180 days
120 – 180 days 100%, salary partially tax-deductible for employers
New Zealand – Duration 14 weeks
14 weeks paid leave at government set amount.
Cameroon – 14 weeks
14 weeks 100%
Iran – 6 months
6 months 100%
Uruguay – 12 weeks
12 weeks 100%
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