Work conditions in Moldova

The Active Population in Figures

Working Conditions

Legal Weekly Duration

8 hours per day, 40 hours per week.

Retirement Age

57 years for women and 62 years for men

Working Contracts

Temporary employment contract and open-ended contract. Informal employment represents a big part of the work force.

Labour Laws

Consult Doing Business Website, to obtain a summary of the labor regulations that apply to local entreprises.

Cost of Labour

Minimum Wage

MDL 1,100 per month (source: ILO, 2010).

Average Wage

The average monthly gross earnings in Moldava is MDL 3,000 (USD 257).

Social Contributions

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.

Social Partners

Unions

Confederation of the Trade Unions Association of the Republic of Moldova (page 6 of PDF file)

Labour Regulation Bodies

The Ministry of Social Protection, Family and Child