FMLA Eligibility Checker
Answer four quick questions to see whether you're likely eligible for federal FMLA leave. Nothing you enter is saved or transmitted.
Eligibility Checker
How FMLA Eligibility Works
Federal FMLA eligibility depends on four independent tests: your employer's size, how long you've worked there, how many hours you've logged, and whether your reason for leave qualifies under the law. Failing any one test means federal FMLA does not apply — though your state may still offer its own protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
You must work for a covered employer (50+ employees within 75 miles), have worked there at least 12 months, have logged at least 1,250 hours in the past 12 months, and have a qualifying reason for leave.
No. This tool runs entirely in your browser — nothing you enter is transmitted, stored, or logged anywhere.
You may still be covered by your state's own family or medical leave law, which can have a lower employer-size threshold or different requirements than federal FMLA. Check your state's leave laws page for details.
No. This is an educational estimate based on the information you enter. Your actual eligibility is determined by your employer and, if disputed, by the US Department of Labor or a court.