Calculate Your Sick Pay

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Not sure? Divide your annual salary by 260 working days. Example: €40,000 ÷ 260 = €154/day.

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In 2026, you're entitled to 5 statutory sick pay days per calendar year.

You generally need 104+ weeks of PRSI paid. Most employees qualify after ~2 years of work.

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📋 You'll need a medical certificate

To claim Statutory Sick Pay, you need a valid medical certificate from day one of your absence. Your employer cannot pay SSP without it.

Get Your Sick Certificate Online

Skip the GP waiting room. Get a same-day sick cert from an EU-licensed doctor, valid for Irish employers.

Get Sick Cert — €33

How Irish sick pay works in 2026

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) — Your employer pays 70% of your daily earnings (max €110/day) for up to 5 days per calendar year. You need a medical cert from day 1 and must have 13+ weeks' service.

Illness Benefit — If you're off for more than 5 days, you may qualify for Illness Benefit from the Department of Social Protection (currently €232/week for a single person). This requires 104+ PRSI contributions.

Company sick pay — Some employers offer more generous schemes. Check your contract or staff handbook, as company schemes often replace (not add to) SSP.

🇮🇪 Ireland 2026 Rates

SSP days per year 5 days
SSP rate 70% of daily pay
SSP daily cap €110/day
Illness Benefit €232/week
IB waiting period 6 days

How It Works

This calculator estimates your sick pay based on Ireland's Sick Leave Act 2022 and current Illness Benefit rates.

Enter your daily pay and time off to see a breakdown of SSP from your employer and potential Illness Benefit from Social Welfare.

Why You Need a Sick Cert

Under Irish law, employers can require a medical certificate from day one of absence to pay SSP.

Without a valid cert, your employer may not pay statutory sick pay — and you could face disciplinary action.

Need a Sick Certificate?

Get your doctor-approved sick note online in 4-6 hours. Valid for Irish employers. Available 7 days a week.

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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on the Sick Leave Act 2022 and current Illness Benefit rates. It does not account for company-specific schemes, tax, or individual PRSI history. Always check with your employer and DSP for exact entitlements.