Annual Leave Accrual Calculator
See exactly how fast your annual leave builds up — daily, weekly, and monthly rates at a glance.
Calculate Your Accrual Rate
= 0.0 days (based on 7.6 hours/day)
Per day
0.05
days
Per week
0.38
days
Per fortnight
0.77
days
Per month
1.67
days
Projected Balance
In 1 month
1.7
days
In 3 months
5.0
days
In 6 months
10.0
days
In 12 months
20.0
days
Project to a Specific Date
How Annual Leave Accrual Works
In Australia, annual leave accrues progressively — meaning it builds up continuously throughout the year, not as a lump sum. For full-time employees with the standard 4-week (20-day) entitlement, leave accrues at approximately 0.055 days per calendar day.
This progressive accrual means you can start using leave before your full annual entitlement has accrued. However, it also means you need to plan ahead — especially if you're planning a long trip early in the year.
Key Facts About Accrual
- Leave accrues during periods of paid leave (including annual leave itself)
- Leave does not typically accrue during unpaid leave
- Unused leave carries over from year to year — it never expires
- Accrued but untaken leave must be paid out when employment ends
- Some awards and agreements provide additional leave (e.g., 5 weeks for shift workers)
Plan Ahead with the Full Leave Planner
This accrual calculator gives you a quick snapshot of your rates and projections. For full trip planning — including public holiday integration, multiple leave blocks, and smart tips — use our Australian Annual Leave Planner.