Macedonia
Capital: Skopje
Currency: - MKD
North Macedonia Labor Law and Employment Policy Overview
Employment Law Overview
- Key Legislation:
- Labor Law
- Social Security Law
- Collective Bargaining Law
- Legal Characteristics:
- Aims to protect employee rights and promote harmonious labor relations.
- Regulates aspects such as minimum wage, working hours, leave, social security, and termination procedures.
Employment Contract Requirements
- Contract Types:
- Indefinite contracts
- Fixed-term contracts (maximum five years)
- Contractual Provisions:
- Identities of employer and employee
- Commencement date of employment
- Job title and description
- Working hours
- Salary and benefits
- Annual leave entitlement
- Termination conditions
- Language and Currency:
- Contracts must be in Macedonian.
- Salaries and benefits must be paid in Macedonian Denar (MKD).
Working Time Regulations
- Standard Working Hours: 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day.
- Rest Days and Breaks: Minimum of 24 hours rest per week, 12 hours rest per day.
Leave Policy
- Annual Leave:
- Minimum of 20 days per year, increasing by one day every five years of service, up to a maximum of 26 days.
- Public Holidays: 13
- Special Leave:
- Sick leave: Paid by employer for first 30 days, then by social security.
- Maternity leave: 9 months, paid by social security.
- Paternity leave: 7 days, paid.
- Parental leave: 3 months, unpaid.
Employee Dismissal and Contract Termination
- Notice Period:
- Indefinite contracts: 30 days to 3 months
- Fixed-term contracts: 3 days' notice (during probation) or contract expiry
- Severance Pay:
- In case of redundancy, 1 to 7 months' salary paid based on years of service.
- Protection Against Unfair Dismissal: Employees dismissed due to discrimination, retaliation, or other unfair reasons are entitled to compensation.
Tax Laws
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Personal Income Tax:
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Salary Range Tax Rate 0 - 30,000 0% 30,000 - 45,000 10%
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Social Security Contributions:
- Employee: 18.5%
- Employer: 21.5%
Health Insurance
- Insurance Policy: Universal healthcare provided by the Social Security Fund.
- Coverage: Basic medical services, pharmaceuticals, and hospitalization.
Compensation and Benefits
- Minimum Wage: 20,175 MKD/month
- Salary Structure:
- Base salary
- Bonuses (common)
- Allowances (e.g., transportation allowance, housing allowance)
Work Permits and Visas
- Permit Requirement: Non-Macedonian citizens require a work permit.
- Application Process:
- Application submitted by employer to the Ministry of Labor and Social Policy.
- Applicant must provide passport, employment contract, and educational credentials.
Confidentiality and Non-Compete Clauses
- Enforceability: Confidentiality and non-compete clauses are enforceable in North Macedonia.
- Common Provisions:
- Confidentiality: Prohibits disclosure of confidential information.
- Non-compete: Prohibits working for competitors for a specified period.
Training and Development
- Legal Requirements:
- Employers must provide safety training and skills development training to employees.
- Government Support:
- Government provides training subsidies and programs.
Workplace Diversity and Inclusion
- Legal Requirements: Prohibits discrimination based on race, gender, religion, or other protected characteristics.
- Enforcement Measures:
- Employers must have anti-discrimination policies in place.
- Employees can file complaints of discrimination with the Ministry of Labor and Social Policy.
Remote Work Policy
- Legal Framework: Remote work has no specific legal framework in North Macedonia.
- Tax and Insurance Implications: Remote work may impact tax and social security contributions.
Authoritative Website Addresses
- Ministry of Labor and Social Policy of North Macedonia: https://www.mtsp.gov.mk/