⏰ The binding deadlines under Article 88
The Labor Law sets two different deadlines for paying dues:
- 🔴 If the employer ends the relationship: within one week of the termination date
- 🟡 If the worker ends the relationship: within two weeks of the termination date
🚨 What does a delay mean?
A delay exposes the employer to a complaint before the Ministry of Human Resources and financial penalties. The worker is also entitled to claim compensation for the delay in addition to the original dues.
📋 What must be paid upon termination
- ✅ End-of-Service Gratuity
- ✅ Notice period compensation (if not given)
- ✅ Unused leave balance
- ✅ Any overdue wages or amounts
📜 Article 88 — Labor Law: If the employer terminates the employment contract, they must pay the worker their wage and all their dues within a week of the contract's termination.
💡 If your employer is late beyond the legal deadline, file a complaint immediately on the Musaned platform or Wedi. The delay is added as a separate violation that strengthens your legal position.
⚠️ Do not wait until the statute of limitations (12 months) runs out. Every day of delay weakens your position and gives the employer a chance to evade responsibility.