Who is eligible for FMLA leave? An employee is eligible for FMLA leave if he or she worked for a covered employer for at least 12 months, had at least 1,250 hours of service in the previous 12 months, and if at least 50 employees are employed by the employer within 75 miles. 2022-05-29T13:24:59-05:00May 29th, 2022|