Can I take annual leave during notice period?

If you're wondering whether you can take annual leave during your notice period, here's what you need to know about taking time off before your last day.

Yes, you can take annual leave during your notice period.

You will need to provide your employer with reasonable notice of when you would like to take the leave and it must be approved by your employer. If you do not have enough annual leave entitlement left to cover the entire notice period, then you may be required to work out a different arrangement with your employer or likely have to use unpaid leave.


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