Casual leave is a type of leave granted to employees that can be applied during personal or unforeseen circumstances.
The term ‘casual’ defines an event or situation for which this leave type is designed for. It provides flexibility for unplanned short-term absences.
Casual leave allows employees to take time off for unplanned personal matters, such as attending to urgent family needs, personal errands, or minor health concerns. These leaves are typically governed by company policies or labour laws. Organisations may allocate a specific number of casual leave days per year, which usually cannot be carried forward or encashed.
Casual leave promotes work-life balance and ensures employees can manage unexpected events without undue stress.
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Casual leave is typically paid, but the exact terms depend on the organisation’s leave policy or applicable labour laws.
Unused casual leave usually lapses at the end of the year and cannot be carried forward or encashed, though policies may vary by organisation.
Employees are generally expected to inform their managers as soon as possible. For planned absences, prior approval is required; for emergencies, intimation on the same day is usually sufficient.
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