Jamaica is a member of the International Labour Organization (ILO), which governs international issues related to labour and worker rights. There are several local laws that address employer-employee relations and ensure harmony in the labour market.
Minimum Wage
Minimum wage is currently set at J$5,600.00 per 40 hour week. This figure is subject to annual review by the Government of Jamaica.
Minimum wage is currently set at J$5,600.00 per 40 hour week. This figure is subject to annual review by the Government of Jamaica.
Maternity Leave
Generally, female staff members are entitled to two months paid maternity leave after applicable period of employment.
Generally, female staff members are entitled to two months paid maternity leave after applicable period of employment.
Work Permits
Expatriates are required to secure a work permit from the Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS) in order to engage in any gainful business venture or employment. JAMPRO works closely with MLSS to facilitate the expeditious processing of work permit applications for foreign investors.
Expatriates are required to secure a work permit from the Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS) in order to engage in any gainful business venture or employment. JAMPRO works closely with MLSS to facilitate the expeditious processing of work permit applications for foreign investors.
Holiday with Pay Act (1973)
Staff members are entitled to sick leave and vacation leave after working continuously for a period of 110 days, but less than 220 days, to earn leave at a rate of one (1) day for every 22 days worked. After working 220 days in a year of employment, the worker is entitled to two (2) normal weeks of vacation (10 working days). Sundays, Good Friday and other public holidays cannot be counted towards vacation leave.
Staff members are entitled to sick leave and vacation leave after working continuously for a period of 110 days, but less than 220 days, to earn leave at a rate of one (1) day for every 22 days worked. After working 220 days in a year of employment, the worker is entitled to two (2) normal weeks of vacation (10 working days). Sundays, Good Friday and other public holidays cannot be counted towards vacation leave.
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