Holiday pay calculator
Calculate holiday pay based on the average calendar-day pay. Enter your monthly gross salary or the total of the last 6 months and the number of holiday days.
Approximate calculation. The exact amount is confirmed by the Social Insurance Board or the Tax and Customs Board - check the official source.
Sources: Sotsiaalkindlustusamet
Last updated: 2026-06-03
How is holiday pay calculated?
Holiday pay is based on the average calendar-day pay, found by dividing the earnings of the 6 months preceding the holiday by the number of calendar days in that period. Holiday pay = average calendar-day pay × number of holiday days. The pay is taxed like an ordinary salary.
How it is calculated
Formula
average calendar-day pay = 6-month gross ÷ (6 × 30.4375); holiday pay = daily pay × number of holiday days
Example
Monthly salary 1500 € (6 months = 9000 €) → daily pay ≈ 49.28 €. 28 days of leave → ≈ 1379.87 €.
Frequently asked questions
How is holiday pay calculated?+
Holiday pay is based on the average calendar-day pay: the last 6 months' gross divided by the calendar days, multiplied by the number of leave days.
Is holiday pay taxed?+
Yes, holiday pay is ordinary income, subject to income tax and other deductions just like salary.