South Korea introduces family leave enhancements

South Korea is introducing several enhancements to its family leave framework in 2026. These include a new option for short-term use of childcare leave, a new partially employer-paid spousal miscarriage and stillbirth leave entitlement of five days, and an increase in employer-paid infertility treatment leave from two to four days. The changes take effect on various dates beginning 20 August 2026.