What changed
The Code on Wages, the Code on Social Security, the Industrial Relations Code and the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code came into force on 21 November 2025, replacing 29 central labour laws. Among other changes, fixed-term employees become eligible for gratuity after one year of service.
Who is affected
All employers and employees.
Source
Ministry of Labour and Employment notifications of 21 November 2025. The notification text is on the MoLE website.
Effective: 21 Nov 2025 · Note published · Last reviewed 26 September 2026
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