Philippines at a glance
Leave entitlements
| Leave type | Entitlement |
|---|---|
| Service Incentive Leave (Paid Leave) | 5 days per year (convertible to cash if unused) |
| Sick Leave | No statutory entitlement; employers commonly provide 12 days |
| Maternity Leave | 105 days with full pay (120 days for solo parents) |
| Paternity Leave | 7 working days |
Employment conditions
Probation
Probation cannot exceed 6 months from the employment start date.
Payslip Requirements
Philippine payslips must include employee details, gross earnings, all mandatory deductions (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, withholding tax), and net pay. Payslips must be issued at each pay period — typically semi-monthly.
Employee Rights & Protections
Philippine workers are entitled to: written employment contract, 13th-month pay, payslip, health and safety protections, anti-discrimination protection (including Magna Carta of Women), anti-harassment protection, personal data protection, business transfer protections, and whistleblower protection.
Payments
End of employment in Philippines
Employment may terminate for just causes (misconduct, negligence, repeated absences) or authorized causes (redundancy, business closure).
- Just cause: Requires two written notices — first notifying grounds, second confirming decision
- Authorized cause: Requires at least 30 days' advance notice to the employee and DOLE
Final pay includes unpaid salary, accrued leave, prorated 13th-month pay, and other applicable benefits, typically released within 30 days from the separation date.
Frequently asked questions
Four paths: run payroll from HQ for short-term arrangements; engage contractors (valid for genuinely independent work); establish a Philippine entity for direct employment; or use Remote& as Employer of Record — the fastest compliant path without local incorporation.