Tajikistan

Employees in Tajikistan are entitled to a minimum of 28 calendar days of paid vacation per year. Workers in certain categories, like those working in hazardous conditions or those under the age of 18, are entitled to longer periods of paid vacation.

Entitlement Considerations

The entitlement to vacation leave is dependent on uninterrupted employment with the same employer. In certain situations, accrued leave can be carried over to the subsequent year or compensated for financially. This depends on company agreements and the Labor Code. The specific timing of vacation leave is usually agreed upon between the employer and the employee.

In Tajikistan, there are several public holidays celebrated throughout the year. These holidays can be categorized into two main groups: National Holidays and Religious Holidays.

National Holidays

• New Year's Day: Celebrated on January 1st.
• Army Day (Defender of the Fatherland Day): This holiday is observed on February 23rd.
• Navruz (International Nowruz Day): Celebrated on March 21st. The exact date may vary slightly depending on the vernal equinox.
• Labor Day (International Workers' Day): This holiday is observed on May 1st.
• Victory Day: Celebrated on May 9th.
• National Unity Day: This holiday is observed on June 27th.
• Independence Day: Celebrated on September 9th.
• Constitution Day: This holiday is observed on November 6th.

Religious Holidays

Tajikistan is a predominantly Muslim country, and these holidays follow the Islamic (lunar) calendar:

• Eid al-Fitr (Idi Ramazon): This holiday marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting. The date varies each year.
• Eid al-Adha (Idi Qurbon): This holiday celebrates Ibrahim's (Abraham's) willingness to sacrifice his son. The date varies each year.

In Tajikistan, employees are entitled to various types of leave, each with its own set of rules and regulations.

Annual Leave (Vacation Leave)

Employees are entitled to a minimum of 28 calendar days of paid leave per year. Certain categories of workers may be entitled to longer periods. These include those working in hazardous conditions, disabled workers, and those under 18.

Sick Leave

Employees are entitled to paid sick leave with proper medical documentation of their illness. The duration of the leave may depend on the severity of the illness.

Maternity Leave

Women are granted 140 calendar days of paid maternity leave. This is divided into 70 days before birth and 70 days after birth.

Other Notable Leave Types

Study Leave

Employees may be granted leave, either paid or unpaid, for educational purposes.

Social Leave

Unpaid leave may be granted for personal or family reasons.

Pilgrimage Leave (Hajj Leave)

This type of leave may be available under company policies for Muslim employees going on a pilgrimage to Mecca.

Important Considerations

Specific details on leave procedures and some leave types may be further defined in company policies or employment contracts.