Leave of absence - for employees
Leave of absence
For employees. Student: Leave of absence for students
Family and children
- Parental leave
- Time off for breastfeeding
- Leave during pregnancy
- Leave for childcare in connection with birth
- Unpaid parental leave for child care
- Compassionate leave - funerals, illness in close family members, also start of school/kindergarden
- Care for close family members - caring for family members for a longer period
- Allowance for care of close relatives
Education and sabbatical
Other types og leave
- Military or civilian national service
- Religious holidays
- Leave of absence to work in another position at NTNU
What types of activities are not eligible for leave?
Predictable absences, as moving, planning days in school and kindergarten, or a family confirmation or marriage, do not qualify for leave. Instead you should use vacation days or time off in lieu of pay.
How to apply for leave of absence
For absence
- 15 days or more: Apply for leave of absence in the self-service portal (DFØ).
- 0-14 days (and holiday leave): Apply for absence in the self-service portal (DFØ).
Exception: See separate procedure for parental leave and internal leave