Long Service Leave — South Australia

Calculate your long service leave entitlement in South Australia. 10-year qualifying period, 13 weeks entitlement.

Last verified: 2 August 2026

Quick Answer

In South Australia, employees are entitled to 13 weeks of long service leave after 10 years of continuous service.

Long Service Leave by State

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 ← You	10 years	13 weeks	No
Western Australia	10 years	8.667 weeks	After 7 yrs
Tasmania	10 years	8.667 weeks	No
Northern Territory	10 years	13 weeks	No
Australian Capital Territory	7 years	6.067 weeks	No

Calculate Your Entitlement

State / territory*

Long service leave rules vary by state and territory.

Years of continuous service*

years

Total years of continuous service with your current employer.

Ordinary weekly pay (before tax)*

Your ordinary gross weekly pay, excluding overtime, bonuses, and allowances.

Reason for leaving

Pro-rata access before the full qualifying period depends on why you leave — a plain resignation does not qualify in NSW, QLD, TAS, ACT or NT.

Employment type

Casuals can accrue long service leave in every state when engaged on a regular basis.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much long service leave do I get in South Australia?

In South Australia, full-time employees are entitled to 13 weeks of long service leave after 10 years of continuous service with the same employer.

Can I get pro-rata long service leave in South Australia?

South Australia does not have a general pro-rata entitlement before the qualifying period of 10 years. Check specific conditions in your employment agreement.

Is long service leave paid out on termination?

If you have completed the qualifying period of 10 years in South Australia, your accrued long service leave must be paid out when your employment ends, regardless of the reason.

Does long service leave accrue during parental leave?

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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