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Parental Leave Plan Calculator

Plan your parental leave in Denmark. Calculate total weeks, days and estimated benefits for both parents.

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ All calculations are based on Danish rules, rates, and currency (DKK). This calculator is translated for convenience but applies exclusively to Denmark.

Parental Leave Plan in Denmark

Denmark offers generous parental leave with a total of up to 52 weeks, of which 24 weeks are earmarked (11 weeks each for mother and father, plus 2 weeks paternity leave) and the rest is shared. The mother is entitled to 4 weeks of leave before the expected due date. After birth, the mother has 14 weeks of maternity leave, and the father has 2 weeks of paternity leave.

Earmarked leave and parental leave rules

Since August 2022, each parent has 11 weeks of non-transferable, earmarked leave. This means each parent must take at least 11 weeks, or the leave is lost. The remaining 26 weeks of the total 52-week period can be freely divided. This parental leave calculator helps you plan the total duration and estimate your benefits based on the dagpenge rate.

Financial planning for parental leave

During parental leave, you typically receive barselsdagpenge at the maximum rate of approx. 5,085 kr/week (2026). Many employers offer full salary during parts of the leave through collective agreements. Use this leave planner to get an overview of total leave weeks and estimate benefits during your leave period.

Plan your parental leave agreement

A parental leave plan (barselsplan) is the agreement you make with your employer about how your leave will be structured. It provides a comprehensive overview of how the leave is divided between parents. You can use borger.dk's leave planner to create your official plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a parental leave plan contain?

A parental leave plan is the agreement you make with your employer about how parental leave is taken after birth. It gives you a comprehensive overview of how the leave is taken and shared between the parents. A parental leave plan is also called a barselsaftale.

Where can I see my parental leave plan?

Min barsel (My parental leave) is your self-service portal. Get an overview of your leave, apply for barselsdagpenge if you have received a letter with a link, and report any new information about your leave.

When should you submit a parental leave plan?

You must notify your employer no later than 6 weeks after birth about how you wish to take your leave. It is a good idea to create a parental leave plan already during pregnancy so you can prepare financially and practically.

How do I create my parental leave plan?

You can use borger.dk's parental leave planner to create your official plan. Alternatively, many unions and unemployment funds offer leave calculators, e.g. Djรธf, Krifa, and IDA. The plan must be agreed with your employer and specify when you take leave and when you return.

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