Maternity leave dates (Belgium, France)
Your maternity leave dates in Belgium or France based on your due date.
How it works
Belgium: 15 weeks (19 for twins), up to 6 weeks before the due date (8 for twins) and at least 9 weeks after. France: 16 weeks (6 before + 10 after), 26 weeks from the 3rd child (8 + 18), 34 for twins (12 + 22), 46 for triplets (24 + 22). Part of the prenatal leave can often be moved to after the birth.
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Worked example
With the default values:
- CountryBelgium
- Due date1 March 2027
- BirthOne baby
you get:
- Leave startsMonday, 18 January 2027
- Leave ends (if born on the due date)Sunday, 2 May 2027
- Total length15 weeks
- Before / after birth6 wk + 9 wk
Frequently asked questions
How does the “Maternity leave dates” tool work?
Belgium: 15 weeks (19 for twins), up to 6 weeks before the due date (8 for twins) and at least 9 weeks after. France: 16 weeks (6 before + 10 after), 26 weeks from the 3rd child (8 + 18), 34 for twins (12 + 22), 46 for triplets (24 + 22). Part of the prenatal leave can often be moved to after the birth.
What do I need to enter?
Just fill in: country, due date, birth, children already in your care. The result updates as you type.
Can you give an example?
Country: Belgium; Due date: 1 March 2027; Birth: One baby → Leave starts: Monday, 18 January 2027; Leave ends (if born on the due date): Sunday, 2 May 2027.
Is this calculator free, and is my data private?
Yes. HOD Calc is completely free with no sign-up. The calculation runs in your browser: nothing you type is sent or stored.