Dominica Employment Guide

Dominica is an island nation in the Caribbean with a population of around 72,000. Its economy is primarily based on agriculture, tourism, and services. The labor market is governed by the Labor Code, which outlines employment contracts, working hours, minimum wage, leave entitlements, and employee protections. Employers must comply with local labor regulations to ensure fair treatment, workplace safety, and proper social contributions. Dominica provides opportunities for both local and expatriate talent, particularly in tourism, agriculture, and service sectors.

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Currency

Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD)

Capital

Roseau

Official language

English

Salary Cycle

Monthly

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Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy

Both full-time and part-time employees are entitled to a minimum of 14 working days of paid time off annually. Eligibility for annual leave begins after completing 12 consecutive months of service. A notable requirement is that employees must take at least one continuous block of 7 days of PTO.

The allocation of paid leave days is structured based on length of service:

1 to 5 years of service: 14 working days per year
Over 5 years of service: 14 working days per year, compensated at the rate of 18 working days

National Public Holidays

The Dominican Republic observes 12 official public holidays throughout the calendar year.

These nationally recognized holidays include:

New Year's Day (January 1)
Epiphany/Three Kings' Day (January 6)
Our Lady of Altagracia Day (January 21)
Juan Pablo Duarte Day (January 26)
Independence Day (February 27)
Good Friday (Variable date in March/April)
Labor Day (May 1)
Corpus Christi (Variable date in May/June)
Restoration Day (August 16)
Our Lady of Mercedes Day (September 24)
Constitution Day (November 6)
Christmas Day (December 25)

For multinational companies like SailGlobal operating in the Dominican Republic, understanding these leave provisions is essential for compliance and effective workforce management. Many organizations enhance these statutory requirements with additional benefits to remain competitive in attracting international talent.

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