In Central America, regulations vary significantly by country in terms of the duration of parental leave, access to remuneration, and the inclusion of new family structures. The most important aspects of maternity and paternity leave are discussed below.
The Family Code of Nicaragua, in its Article 79, establishes that a spouse or partner in a stable, notarized domestic partnership is entitled to five days of paid leave with no loss of social benefits. Concerning maternity leave, Nicaragua grants 12 weeks of leave, distributed as four weeks before the birth and eight weeks after. However, this period does not meet the minimum of 14 weeks established by the International Labor Organization in its Convention 183. In the case of multiple births, maternity leave is increased to a total of 10 weeks.
In terms of financing, the eligible worker receives 60% of her average weekly remuneration, of which 60% is covered by Social Security and the remaining 40% by the employer. The legislation also protects working women against dismissal during pregnancy and maternity leave.
In El Salvador, women workers are entitled to 16 weeks of maternity leave, with a mandatory period of 10 weeks after birth and six weeks before birth. During this period, they receive 100% of the maximum salary contributory to Social Security, and the payment is made by that institution. If the worker is not affiliated with Social Security at the time of delivery, the employer will assume this responsibility and...
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