No, claims cannot be submitted for leave dates that have not yet been taken.

For Employers:

The Government-Paid Leave schemes operate on a reimbursement basis. Employers must:

• Pay the employee's salary and claimable allowances (if applicable) during leave days as though the employee has been working continuously

• Only seek reimbursement after fulfilling these payment obligations and leave has been taken.

For Self-Employed Individuals:

Self-employed persons may only submit a claim after they have actually utilised their GPL entitlement.