Work conditions in Moldova
The Active Population in Figures
|
2018 | 2019 | 2020 |
| Labour Force |
880,485 | 929,853 | 872,610 |
Source:
International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT database
|
2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Total activity rate |
46.92% | 43.72% | 47.17% |
| Men activity rate |
49.25% | 46.16% | 49.62% |
| Women activity rate |
44.70% | 41.39% | 44.83% |
Source:
International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT database
Working Conditions
- Legal Weekly Duration
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8 hours per day, 40 hours per week.
- Retirement Age
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57 years for women and 62 years for men
- Working Contracts
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Temporary employment contract and open-ended contract. Informal employment represents a big part of the work force.
- Labour Laws
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Consult Doing Business Website, to obtain a summary of the labor regulations that apply to local entreprises.
Cost of Labour
- Minimum Wage
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MDL 1,100 per month (source: ILO, 2010).
- Average Wage
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The average monthly gross earnings in Moldava is MDL 3,000 (USD 257).
- Social Contributions
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Social Security Contributions Paid By Employers: Employers have to contribute 25% of the gross salary of their employee.
Social Security Contributions Paid By Employees: Employees have to contribute 4% of their gross salary.
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