Q: I work in Shanghai as a teacher under a legal contract with a private school. As an expat, am I entitled to paternity leave, and how can I apply?

A: According to the Regulations on Rewards and Subsidies for Family Planning in Shanghai, when a couple legally has a child, the mother is entitled to an additional 60 days of maternity leave on top of the national statutory maternity leave. Fathers are entitled to 10 days of paternity leave. You should discuss the matter with your employer's HR department to confirm eligibility and complete the necessary procedures.

Source: Shanghai Municipal Commission of Health