Covers minimum wage regulations, payment methods, and bonuses, noting that as of January 2026, minimum wages have increased to for regular employees.
The 1997 Cambodian Labour Code governs employment, establishing regulations for contracts, 48-hour maximum work weeks, and mandatory leave entitlements. Key provisions include a 5% severance for Fixed Duration Contracts, 90-day maternity leave, and strict work permit requirements for foreign employees. For comprehensive details, refer to the Guide to the Cambodian Labor Law for NGOs Humanitarian Library | Guide to the Cambodian Labor Law for NGOs Cambodian-labour-law-guide-english-2014
While a general minimum wage for all sectors has been a topic of debate, the Royal Government of Cambodia primarily regulates the minimum wage for the garment, footwear, and travel goods sectors. For comprehensive details, refer to the Guide to
The Cambodian Labour Law is based on several key principles, including: For comprehensive details
This paper examines the 2014 English edition Guide to the Cambodian Labour Law for the Garment Industry , a seminal document published by the International Labour Organization (ILO) Better Factories Cambodia Slideshare Overview of the 2014 Guide
| Type of Leave | Entitlement | Paid by Employer | |---|---|---| | | 18 days/year | 100% | | Sick leave | 1 day/month (with doctor's note) | 50% of wages | | Hospitalization sick leave | Up to 6 months (reducible rate) | 60% (month 1–3), 40% (month 4–6) | | Maternity leave | 90 days (pre- and post-natal) | 50% (employer), 50% (social security – though NSSF was limited in 2014) | | Compassionate/Personal leave | Not mandated by law – per contract | Negotiable |