Employer of Record in Argentina | Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits in Argentina

Bonuses and additional payments

In Argentina, labor law mandates a 13th-month salary, known as aguinaldo, equivalent to one month's wage. This bonus is paid in two equal installments, with the first payment due by June 30 and the second by December 18 of each year.

Annual leave

Employees in Argentina are entitled to paid vacation leave after completing one year of service. The statutory entitlement is 14 calendar days per year for employees with less than five years of service, increasing to 21 days after five years, 28 days after 10 years, and 35 days after 20 years. This leave is fully paid and can be taken throughout the leave year, as agreed between employer and employee.

Additional leave may be offered as part of an employment contract, though it is not required by law. Many employers offer enhanced leave policies to stay competitive and improve retention.

Statutory leave must be taken within the calendar year it is earned. Payment in lieu of unused leave is only permitted upon termination of employment.

Sick leave

In Argentina, personal and sick leave are governed by the Labour Contract Law. Employees with up to five years of service are entitled to up to three months of paid sick leave per year, while those with more than five years are entitled to up to six months. Employees with dependents receive double the entitlement.

Parental leave

Employers must provide 90 days of paid maternity leave, typically consisting of 45 days before and 45 days after childbirth, for each pregnancy, including adoptive and surrogacy-commissioning mothers. Pregnant employees who have been employed for at least three months are eligible for benefits, with written notice and medical documentation required to be submitted to the employer confirming the pregnancy and expected delivery date.

Additional benefits

Employers are legally required to provide these benefits under Argentine labor laws:

• Social security contributions: Employers contribute approximately 25% of an employee’s salary to the Administración Nacional de la Seguridad Social (ANSES), covering retirement, healthcare, maternity, disability, and family allowances.
• Mandatory life insurance: Employers must provide life insurance coverage for all employees, ensuring financial protection in case of death.

Free public healthcare coverage is provided to all Argentine residents, but a majority of the population relies on private healthcare. As your employment partner in Argentina, we can consult with you about supplemental coverage options, such as additional pension contributions or life insurance, if needed. Working as your employer of record, we may be able to provide optional supplementary medical insurance coverage for professionals and their dependents at a more cost-effective rate.