Meta Parental Leave Policy
Technology · 67K employees · HQ: CA
Policy Details
Eligibility
Eligible from date of hire
Full-time only
Additional Benefits
✓ Equal adoption/surrogacy leave
✓ $4,000 baby cash bonus
✓ 4 months parental + additional medical recovery
State Benefits (California)
Meta's headquarters is in California. California has a state paid family leave program that may provide additional benefits on top of your employer's policy.
View California maternity leave benefits → View California paternity leave benefits →Frequently Asked Questions
Does Meta offer paid parental leave?
Yes, Meta offers 18 weeks of paid leave for birth parents at 100% pay, and 17 weeks for non-birth parents at 100% pay. We give Meta a grade of A for their parental leave policy.
How many weeks of maternity leave does Meta provide?
Birth parents at Meta receive 18 weeks of paid leave at 100% of their salary. Non-birth parents receive 17 weeks of paid leave.
Who is eligible for Meta parental leave?
Meta provides parental leave benefits from your date of hire with no waiting period.
Does Meta offer parental leave for adoption?
Yes, Meta provides equal parental leave benefits for adoption as for birth parents.
How does Meta's parental leave compare to other Technology companies?
Meta receives a grade of A for their parental leave policy. The average for Technology companies in our database is 15.6 weeks for birth parents. Meta offers 18 weeks.
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