Calculate your long service leave entitlement in Northern Territory. 10-year qualifying period, 13 weeks entitlement.
Last verified: 21 May 2026In Northern Territory, employees are entitled to 13 weeks of long service leave after 10 years of continuous service.
| State | Qualifying Period | Entitlement | Pro-Rata |
|---|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | 10 years | 8.667 weeks | After 5 yrs |
| Victoria | 7 years | 8.667 weeks | No |
| Queensland | 10 years | 8.667 weeks | After 7 yrs |
| South Australia | 10 years | 13 weeks | No |
| Western Australia | 10 years | 8.667 weeks | After 7 yrs |
| Tasmania | 10 years | 8.667 weeks | No |
| Northern Territory ← You | 10 years | 13 weeks | No |
| Australian Capital Territory | 7 years | 6.067 weeks | No |
In Northern Territory, full-time employees are entitled to 13 weeks of long service leave after 10 years of continuous service with the same employer.
Northern Territory does not have a general pro-rata entitlement before the qualifying period of 10 years. Check specific conditions in your employment agreement.
If you have completed the qualifying period of 10 years in Northern Territory, your accrued long service leave must be paid out when your employment ends, regardless of the reason.
Generally, long service leave does not accrue during unpaid parental leave, but the period of service before and after the leave is counted. Rules vary by state.
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