Embassy of Ethiopian in Kuwait

Kuwait ,jabriya block 10 street No 107 ,villa No 30

THE DOMESTIC WORKER LAW

Here are the key highlights of the Domestic Workers Law.

Preliminary Provisions – Defines key terms related to domestic workers, employers, and recruitment offices.

Preliminary Provisions – Defines key terms related to domestic workers, employers, and recruitment offices.

Obligations of the Parties to the Contract – Specifies the responsibilities of recruitment offices, employers, and domestic workers.

Obligations of the Recruitment Offices – Prohibits unethical practices like charging fees to workers and categorizing them based on race or gender.

Obligations of the Domestic Worker – States that workers must follow contractual duties, respect employers’ property, and maintain confidentiality.

Work and Employment Contracts – Details the essential elements of a valid contract between employers and domestic workers.

On Wages – Establishes wage payment rules, ensuring timely and fair compensation for workers.

On Working Hours and Leaves – Limits working hours to 12 per day, mandates break periods, and grants paid leave.

End of Service Remuneration – Guarantees workers a severance payment after completing their contract.

Penalties – Lists consequences for employers and recruitment offices violating the law, including fines and license revocation.

General Provisions – Covers licensing rules, business restrictions, and compliance regulations for recruitment offices.