Labour Law
Work and Wages
How does minimum wage work in the Philippines? And when are you entitled to your pay?
Compensation and Working Time
Learn about the rules on compensation for overtime, night shifts, working in weekends and on public holidays.
Annual Leave and Holidays
Discover the rules on paid leave, weekly rest periods and pay on public holidays.
Job Security
Learn about the rights of workers in the Philippines on contracts, protection against dismissal and probation periods. And find out when employers are obligated to pay severance pay.
Family Responsibilities
Workers with families may have additional rights, such as parental leave, paternity leave and flexible work arrangements. Learn more about them here.
Maternity and Work
Working as a mother? Or do you have pregnant employees? Find more on the law related to maternity at work with topics as job security during pregnancy, breastfeeding regulations and maternity leave.
Health and Safety
What are the obligations of Philippine employers on health and safety in the workplace? Are workers entitled to free safety equipment? And which organizations are tasked with following-up on safety regulations?
Sickness and disability
Learn what the rules are on you income during sickness and disability, as well as how workers can get access to medical care.
Social Security and Unemployment Benefits
Discover what social security systems are in place in the Philippines and learn about pension rights, unemployment benefits and more.
Fair Treatment
Find out what your rights are in case of discrimination or inequality in the workplace, sexual harassments, child labour and more.
Trade Unions
When are workers allowed to strike, unionize and bargain collectively? Read more in this section on trade unions and related rights.
