What you get if you leave after 20 years
The payout depends on why the job ends. These are the weeks paid at exactly 20 years under the Long Service Leave Act 2018 (Vic), with the value before tax at three weekly pay rates.
| If you | Leave paid out | At $1,200 a week | At $1,800 a week | At $2,400 a week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resign | 17.33 weeks | $20,796 | $31,194 | $41,592 |
| Employer ends the job | 17.33 weeks | $20,796 | $31,194 | $41,592 |
| Made redundant | 17.33 weeks | $20,796 | $31,194 | $41,592 |
| Resign because of illness or a pressing need | 17.33 weeks | $20,796 | $31,194 | $41,592 |
| Retire | 17.33 weeks | $20,796 | $31,194 | $41,592 |
| Dismissed for serious misconduct | 17.33 weeks | $20,796 | $31,194 | $41,592 |
How it is worked out
If you resign
Victoria gives 1 week for every 60 weeks of continuous employment: 1040 weeks ÷ 60 = 17.33 weeks. After 7 years it is paid out whatever the reason you leave.
If you are made redundant
Victoria gives 1 week for every 60 weeks of continuous employment: 1040 weeks ÷ 60 = 17.33 weeks. After 7 years it is paid out whatever the reason you leave.
While you are still employed
Victoria gives 1 week for every 60 weeks of continuous employment: 1040 weeks ÷ 60 = 17.33 weeks. After 7 years you can take it as it builds up.
What a few extra months change
Every week counts in Victoria: leave is worked out as total weeks of employment divided by 60.
| Situation | 20 years | 20 years 6 months |
|---|---|---|
| Still employed (can take) | 17.33 weeks | 17.77 weeks |
| Resign | 17.33 weeks | 17.77 weeks |
| Made redundant | 17.33 weeks | 17.77 weeks |
Your own dates, pay and leave already taken change the result. Use the VIC calculator for your exact figure, and check the VIC rules on what counts as service.
Common questions
How much long service leave do I get after 20 years in Victoria?
You can take 17.33 weeks of long service leave. Victoria gives 1 week for every 60 weeks of continuous employment: 1040 weeks ÷ 60 = 17.33 weeks. After 7 years you can take it as it builds up.
Is long service leave paid out if I resign after 20 years in VIC?
Yes: 17.33 weeks. Victoria gives 1 week for every 60 weeks of continuous employment: 1040 weeks ÷ 60 = 17.33 weeks. After 7 years it is paid out whatever the reason you leave.
What if I am made redundant after 20 years in VIC?
You are paid 17.33 weeks. Victoria gives 1 week for every 60 weeks of continuous employment: 1040 weeks ÷ 60 = 17.33 weeks. After 7 years it is paid out whatever the reason you leave.
Do part years count after 20 years in VIC?
Every week counts in Victoria: leave is worked out as total weeks of employment divided by 60.
Other milestones
Figures calculated with this site's VIC rules, last reviewed 3 November 2026. An award or agreement can give you more.