Configuring Custom Leave Types

How admins add and configure custom leave types such as bereavement leave or special paid days.

【Setup steps】

1.Admin → Leave Types → New Leave Type
2.Set name, paid/unpaid status, and days granted (fixed amount or per-request basis)
3.Choose approval flow (manager only vs. HR approval)
4.Toggle whether supporting documentation is required
5.Save and activate

【Configuration examples】

· Bereavement leave (paid, 5 fixed days, death certificate required)

· Refresh leave (paid, 5 days granted every 5 years of service)

· Special caregiving leave (paid, 3 days/year, granted per request)

Example

Add wedding leave → 5 paid days, marriage certificate required

leave typecustom leaveconfigurebereavementrefresh leave

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