Private-Sector Employment Framework
In forcePrivate-sector work in Kurdistan is currently governed by federal Iraqi Labour Law No. 37 of 2015 — a Kurdistan-specific law is drafted but not yet in force.
Employment Contract
In forceA contract can be written or oral, but employers must keep a written copy on file for the Ministry of Labour.
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