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Notice period calculator for Singapore

When you resign or your employer ends your contract, you must give notice or pay salary in lieu of notice.

If your contract sets a notice period, that one applies. If it does not, the notice depends on how long you have worked there. Enter your start date and the date notice is given.

How it's calculated

Less than 26 weeks of service: 1 day.
26 weeks to less than 2 years: 7 days. 2 years to less than 5 years: 14 days. 5 years or more: 28 days.
The notice period counts the day notice is given, plus rest days, public holidays and non-working days.

An example

After 3 years, notice given on 14 October needs 2 weeks, so your last day of work is 27 October.

Frequently asked questions

Can the notice period be different for me and my employer?

No. The notice period must be the same for the employer and the employee.

Can we agree to skip the notice period?

Yes. Both sides can agree in writing to waive the notice period.

Is CPF paid on salary in lieu of notice?

No. CPF is paid on salary earned while you serve your notice, but not on salary in lieu of notice.

Key terms

Salary in lieu of notice: Money equal to the salary for the notice period, paid instead of serving the notice.
Notice period: The time between giving notice and your last day of work.

The same calculation in other countries

Up-to-date official data

Data checked against the official source on 14 October 2026.

We check the official sources automatically, every day.

Ministry of ManpowerTermination with notice

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