Practice Area
Labour & Employment Law
Whether you are an employer managing a workforce in Erbil or an employee whose rights have been violated, Dler Law Office provides clear employment law advice grounded in Iraqi Labour Law.
Iraqi Labour Law No. 37 of 2015 establishes comprehensive rights and obligations for employers and employees across Kurdistan Region. Dler Law Office advises both employers and workers in Erbil on employment contracts, wrongful dismissal, wages and benefits, collective bargaining, and workplace discrimination. We represent clients before the Kurdistan Region Labour Courts and Social Security authorities.
What We Do
Labour & Employment Law Legal Services in Kurdistan, Iraq
Employment Contracts
Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, senior executive agreements, and HR policies compliant with Iraqi Labour Law No. 37 of 2015 and KRG regulations.
Dismissal & Redundancy
Advising employers on lawful termination procedures and representing employees challenging wrongful dismissal or unfair redundancy before Erbil Labour Courts.
Workplace Rights & Disputes
Pursuing claims for unpaid wages, overtime, annual leave, end-of-service gratuity, and workplace harassment in Kurdistan Region.
Common Questions
Labour & Employment Law FAQs — Erbil & Kurdistan Iraq
- What are the minimum employment rights in Kurdistan Region Iraq?
- Under Iraqi Labour Law, employees are entitled to a written contract, minimum wage, maximum 8-hour working day, annual leave (minimum 21 days after one year), paid sick leave, maternity leave, and an end-of-service gratuity calculated on length of service.
- How much notice is required to terminate an employee in Erbil?
- Iraqi Labour Law requires reasonable notice of termination, typically one month for employees with under 5 years' service and two months for longer service. Termination without cause or notice entitles the employee to compensation.
- Can foreign companies hire staff directly in Kurdistan Region?
- Yes. Foreign companies with a registered presence in Kurdistan Region can hire staff directly under Iraqi Labour Law. There are requirements around the ratio of Iraqi to foreign employees in most sectors, with exceptions for specialised roles.
- How are labour disputes resolved in Erbil?
- Labour disputes in Kurdistan Region are first referred to the KRG Ministry of Labour for conciliation. If conciliation fails, the matter proceeds to the Erbil Labour Court. Most disputes are resolved within 3–6 months.
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