Use the average gross monthly salary of the first 6 of the last 8 months (excluding bonuses); the daily reference remuneration is that figure divided by 30. Enter the total days of the leave: the first 3 are unpaid, except for hospitalisation or surgery. The percentage rises with duration; the increase applies to a reference remuneration of €500 or less, a household with 3 or more children up to 16 (or 24) years, or a child with the disability bonus.
| Band | Paid days | Daily amount | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55% of the reference remuneration | 12 | €22.00 | €264.00 |
| Total | 12 | — | €264.00 |
The daily benefit can never exceed the net reference remuneration; with the top rate at 75% this rarely binds, so this calculation does not compute it.
Estimate of the sick-leave benefit for employees (Continente). The rate is 55% up to 30 days, 60% from 31 to 90, 70% from 91 to 365 and 75% beyond 365 days. The self-employed have an 11-day waiting period and the voluntary social insurance 30 days; they are not covered here. Assumes a stable salary over the reference period.
Educational estimate, not advice. The percentages (55/60/70/75%), the 3-day waiting period, the €537.13 IAS and the €5.37 minimum daily amount are official for 2026. Always confirm on Segurança Social Direta.
Sick Leave Allowance Calculator 2026: Portugal by Calculadora Capital