Draft law on paid time off for medical screenings

17 October 2024 1 min read

By Elena Preotescu and Diana Năcuță

At a glance

  • The Romanian parliament is debating a draft law to allow employees up to two paid days off per year for medical screenings and early disease detection.
  • The draft is currently with the Deputies Chamber, and the approval deadline is not yet known.

The Romanian parliament is currently debating a draft law that would allow employees to request up to two days off per calendar year for medical screenings / early disease detection. Although the draft does not explicitly state this, the aim appears to be to encourage early detection of diseases, particularly oncological conditions.

These days off would be available under certain conditions and are expected to be paid by the employer.

The draft is now before the Deputies Chamber (the second / final chamber). The approval deadline is not yet known.