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paid parental leave calculator

Estimate your PPL entitlement under the Australian Government scheme. Check eligibility, calculate total payments, and compare to your current pay. 2025-26 rates.

last verified: 1 April 2026

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your gross weekly income. PPL is paid at the national minimum wage ($915.80/wk) regardless of your salary.

are you currently employed?

you must be employed, self-employed, or a contractor to meet the work test.

your average weekly working hours. you need at least 330 hours over your qualifying 10-month period (~1 day per week).

you need at least 10 of the 13 months before the birth or adoption date.

used to check if you qualify for the extended 26-week entitlement from 1 July 2026.

this calculator provides estimates based on published government rates and formulas. your actual entitlement may vary based on your full circumstances. always check with Services Australia for a precise figure.

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