Is maternity leave in Iraq paid at 100% of the gross wage?

Yes, maternity leave is compensated at 100% of the employee's regular wage without unlawful deductions.

Can working mothers take extended childcare leave?

Yes, female employees may request unpaid extended childcare leave for up to 1 continuous year.

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Iraq Maternity Leave & Pay Calculator 2026

Calculate Iraqi maternity leave duration, fully paid maternity wages, and childcare leave entitlements according to Labor Law No. 37 of 2015.

Maternity & Parental Pay Salaries & Monthly Wages Labor Law & Employment Statutory Leave & Absence

Calculated Result

Total Paid Maternity Benefit

2,399,999.76IQD

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Maternity Leave Days Taken

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Total Paid Maternity Benefit

2,399,999.76IQD

Daily Wage Equivalent

33,333.33 IQD

Total Leave Duration (Days)

72 days

Statutory 72-Day Maternity Pay

2,399,999.76 IQD

You have utilized the full statutory 72-day paid maternity period under Iraqi Labor Law.

Maternity Pay & Benefit Breakdown

Statutory 72-Day Maternity Pay

2,399,999.76 IQD(50%)

Total Paid Maternity Benefit

2,399,999.76 IQD(50%)

Calculated based on Articles 84 & 85 of the Iraqi Labor Law No. 37 of 2015 and Civil Service Regulations.

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Official Statute: قانون العمل العراقي رقم 37 لسنة 2015 وقانون الخدمة المدنية رقم 24 لسنة 1960 وتعديلاتهLast Verified: 2026-09-04

Calculation Methodology

Working mothers in Iraq are entitled to 72 consecutive days of 100% fully paid maternity leave, with optional unpaid childcare leave up to 1 year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Under Iraqi Labor Law No. 37 of 2015, female employees are entitled to 72 consecutive days of fully paid maternity leave.

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