Labor Law Lebanon Flashcards
When was the Lebanese Labor Code passed?
September 23, 1946, with amendments made over time.
What does the Labor Code regulate?
Legal problems arising from employment contracts.
Who does the Labor Code apply to?
Employers and salaried persons in various establishments, including foreign companies operating in Lebanon, except those excluded by special provisions.
Who is excluded from the Labor Code’s provisions?
House workers, agricultural unions, family-run establishments, and public agencies for employees not covered by Legislative Decree 112.
What is a labor contract?
An agreement between an employer and employee detailing work type, wage, and terms. It can be for a determined or undetermined period.
What are the requirements for a labor contract in Lebanon?
It can be written or oral, must be in Arabic (with translations if needed), and cannot be for a lifetime or prohibit working certain professions forever.
What is the minimum employment age in Lebanon?
14 years old
What is required for employers with 15 or more employees?
Submit an authorization demand and internal regulations to the Ministry of Labor.
What are the maximum working hours under the Labor Code?
48 hours per week, with exceptions made by the Minister of Labor.
What are the rest of the requirements for employees?
- 1 hour daily if working >6 hours (men) or >5 hours (women).
- 9 consecutive hours of rest daily.
- 36 consecutive hours weekly, determined by the employer.
What are the rules for annual leave?
15 days annually after one year of employment, reduced to 8 days if sickness leave exceeds one month.
What is the minimum wage as of 2024?
18,000,000 LBP per month.
What are the sickness leave entitlements?
- 3 months to 2 years: 1/2 month full salary (FS) + 1/2 month half salary (HS).
- 2 to 4 years: 1 month FS + 1 month HS.
- 4 to 6 years: 1.5 months FS + 1.5 months HS.
- 6 to 10 years: 2 months FS + 2 months HS.
- 10 years: 2.5 months FS + 2.5 months HS.
What rights do women have under the Labor Code?
- No discrimination in work, salary, or promotions.
- Maternity leave: 10 weeks with full pay.
- Cannot be dismissed during maternity leave.
What are the rules for adolescent workers?
- Must pass a medical exam and renew certificates annually.
- Cannot work more than 6 hours daily.
- Must have 1 hour rest after 4 consecutive hours.
- Cannot work between 7 PM and 7 AM.
- Entitled to 21 days of annual leave after one year.
What are the provisions for the hospitality industry?
- Employers must provide food to employees during working hours.
- Weekly maximum working hours: 54 to 61 hours, depending on the role.
- Daily maximum: 12 hours, including 1.5 hours for rest/food.
What are the forms of contract termination?
- By mutual consent.
- Due to strong events affecting parties.
- Unilateral termination with notice: 1 to 4 month depending on tenure.
When can an employer terminate a contract without notice?
- Fraudulent acts.
- Serious negligence or rule violations.
- Absences exceeding 15 days annually or 7 consecutive days.
- Committing felonies or workplace assaults.
What is considered abusive dismissal?
Dismissal for syndicate activities, personal liberties, or filing complaints in good faith.
What is the retirement age in Lebanon?
60, with optional extensions to 64.
What is the Arbitral Labor Council?
A body resolving disputes between employers and employees, comprising a judge, employee and employer representatives, and a government commissioner.
What disputes does the Arbitral Labor Council handle?
Minimum wage, leave incidents, and general employer-employee conflicts.
