Belarus Employment Guide

Belarus Employment Guide

Belarus is located in Eastern Europe, bordering Russia to the east, Poland to the west, and Ukraine to the south, with important strategic geographical status. It has a population of approximately 9.5 million, and its economy is dominated by manufacturing, machinery industry, chemical industry, energy and agriculture. Minsk, the capital, serves as the political, economic and cultural center. Belarus’ labor laws require employment contracts to be in writing, with a standard 40-hour workweek. Employers are obligated to provide a minimum wage, social insurance and paid leave. Dismissals must comply with legal procedures and include compensation for employees. The country has a relatively stable labor relations system, but attention must be paid to the impact of national policies on foreign investment and employment regulations.

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Currency

Belarusian Ruble (BYN)

Capital

Minsk

Official language

Belarusian and Russian

Salary Cycle

Monthly

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Paid Time Off Policy

Both full-time and part-time employees are entitled to 25 days of paid time off (PTO) annually. PTO accrues at a rate of 2 days per month. Part-time staff accumulate PTO proportionally based on their working hours.

National Public Holidays

Belarus recognizes 9 official public holidays throughout the year:

  1. New Year's Day
  2. Orthodox Christmas
  3. International Women's Day
  4. Radunitsa (Day of Rejoicing)
  5. Labor Day
  6. Victory Day
  7. Independence Day
  8. October Revolution Day
  9. Catholic Christmas

Practical Implementation for International Teams

When managing global teams, SailGlobal recommends establishing clear PTO tracking systems to ensure compliance with local regulations. For example, companies operating in Belarus should note that if public holidays fall on weekends, substitute working days are typically announced by the government.

Best Practices for PTO Management

Effective PTO policies should include: advance notice requirements, blackout periods during critical business cycles, and clear procedures for carrying over unused days. SailGlobal's experience shows that transparent PTO systems reduce conflicts and improve workforce planning.

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