The Republic of Albania is in southeastern Europe. The official language is Albanian. Since making a transition away from a socialist-styled government, Albania has developed a mixed economy with extensive trade ties with countries such as China, Italy, and Spain. Albania’s strategic location at the crossroads of major trade corridors in Europe makes it an ideal destination for expansion.
Employment contracts in Albania may be verbal or written. If verbal, the employer must prepare a written document that contains all the work-related details required in a written employment contract within 30 days.
The standard work week in Albania is 40 hours over five days. Employees under the age of 18 cannot work more than six hours a day. Employees receive 11 hours off between workdays.
Employees receive 14 days of sick leave a year at 80% pay. Employees also receive five days of paid leave for the death of a spouse, child or parent.
Female employees receive 365 days of paid maternity leave. Male employees are entitled to up to four months of unpaid paternity leave. Employees are entitled to 12 days of paid leave to care for children over three years old, or 15 days for children age three and under. Termination of employment can occur during the probation period, at the end of a fixed-term contract, by mutual consent, by the employer (with or without cause) or by the employee.
Performance-based bonuses are common in Albania. Albania has a minimum wage.
Employees receive 20 days of paid leave annually, which must be taken during the calendar year or in the first three months of the following year. Employees must take five days consecutively. Some collective bargaining agreements may provide additional leave.
Albania provides universal healthcare, but employers may provide supplementary private healthcare insurance.
Termination of employment can occur during the probation period, at the end of a fixed-term contract, by mutual consent, by the employer (with or without cause) or by the employee. The probation period in Albania is three months. Employment can be terminated by either the employer or employee during the probation period with five days of notice. After the probation period, the notice period generally is between two weeks and three months. Severance is required in some circumstances.
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