Angola
Capital: Luanda
Currency: Angolan Kwanza- AOA
Angola Labor Law and Employment Policy Overview
Employment Law Overview
- Key Legislation:
- Labor Law (2015)
- Social Security Law (2015)
- Tax Law (2014)
- Legal Characteristics:
- Aims to protect workers' rights and promote employment.
- Sets standards for minimum wage, working hours, leave, and severance pay.
Employment Contract Requirements
- Contract Types:
- Fixed-term contracts (maximum 36 months)
- Indefinite-term contracts
- Contractual Provisions:
- Must include the following information:
- Names and addresses of parties
- Job description
- Place of work
- Working hours
- Wages and benefits
- Contract start date
- Must include the following information:
- Language and Currency:
- Contracts must be in Portuguese and denominated in Angolan Kwanza (AOA).
Working Time Regulations
- Standard Working Hours: 44 hours per week
- Rest Days and Breaks:
- Minimum of 24 hours of rest per week
- Entitled to a 1-hour break after 6 hours of work per day
Leave Policy
- Annual Leave: 22 days of paid annual leave per year
- Public Holidays: 16 statutory public holidays
- Special Leave:
- Sick leave: Unlimited, with medical certificate
- Maternity leave: 12 weeks of paid maternity leave
- Paternity leave: 1 day of paid paternity leave
Employee Severance and Contract Termination
- Notice Period:
- Fixed-term contracts: 15-30 days
- Indefinite-term contracts: 30-60 days
- Severance Pay:
- Calculated based on years of service, ranging from 1-12.5 months' salary per year worked
- Protection Against Unfair Dismissal:
- Employees dismissed for reasons of discrimination, union activities, or other unlawful reasons are entitled to compensation.
Tax Law
- Personal Income Tax:
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Salary Range (AOA) Tax Rate 0 - 70,000 0% 70,001 - 100,000 10% 100,001 - 150,000 13% 150,001 - 200,000 16% 200,001 - 300,000 18% 300,001 - 500,000 19% 500,001 - 1,000,000 20% 1,000,001 - 1,500,000 21% 1,500,001 - 2,000,000 22% 2,000,001 - 2,500,000 23% 2,500,001 - 5,000,000 24% 5,000,001 - 10,000,000 24.5% 10,000,000 and above 25%
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- Social Security Contributions:
- Employee: 3%
- Employer: 8%
Health Insurance
- Insurance Policy:
- All employees must participate in the national healthcare system.
- Insurance Coverage:
- Basic healthcare services, including outpatient and inpatient care.
Compensation and Benefits
- Minimum Wage: Varies depending on job type
- Salary Structure:
- Typically includes base salary, bonuses, and allowances.
Work Permits and Visas
- Permit Requirements:
- Foreign workers require a work permit and visa.
- Application Process:
- Initiated by the employer on behalf of the employee with the Ministry of Labor.
Confidentiality and Non-Compete Clauses
- Enforceability:
- Confidentiality and non-compete clauses are enforceable in Angola.
- Common Provisions:
- Restrict employees from using or disclosing the employer's confidential information after termination.
- Restrict employees from working for competitors after termination.
Training and Development
- Legal Requirements:
- Employers must provide safety training and skills development training to employees.
- Government Support:
- Government provides training and development programs to support employment and economic growth.
Workplace Diversity and Inclusion
- Legal Requirements:
- Prohibits discrimination based on race, gender, religion, or other protected characteristics.
- Enforcement Measures:
- Employers must implement policies and procedures to prevent discrimination and promote inclusivity.
Remote Work Policy
- Legal Framework:
- No specific legal framework for remote work in Angola.
- Tax and Insurance Implications:
- Remote work may impact tax and social security obligations.
Authoritative Website Addresses
- Ministry of Labor of Angola: https://www.mtess.gov.ao/