Public Holidays

International New Year Day - Victory Over Genocide Day - Meak Bochea Day - International Woman’s Day - Khmer New Year (three Days) - International Labor Day - King Birthday (three Days) - Visak Bochea Day - Royal Plowing Ceremony - Children’s Day - King Mother’s Birthday - Constitutional Day - Phum Ben Day (three Days) - The commemoration of Former King Norodom Sihanouk - Paris Peace Agreement Day - King’s Coronation Day - Independence Day - Water Festival (three Days) - International Human Rights Day

Working hours

The standard work period is eight hours a day and 48 hours a week.

Maternity / Paternity Leave

Female employees are entitled to 90 calendar days of maternity leave. Male employees may request up to seven days of leave for the birth of a child.

Vacation Leave

Employees receive 1.5 days off per month after one year of service, or 18 days per year.

Sick Leave

Employees receive up to six months of sick leave.

Bonus Payments

Employers are required to pay a seniority bonus.

Employment Termination Severance

The notice period is between 15 days and three months. Severance pay is 5% of the total wages.

Health Insurance Benefits

Cambodia is transitioning to a universal health care system. Employers may offer healthcare benefits.

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