All About Employee Rights in Portugal
Learn which employee protection regulations you should know when hiring in Portugal and how Justworks EOR can help.
How an EOR Can Help with Compliance
Portugal's laws aim to balance the needs of both employers and employees, creating a fair and respectful workplace environment. Avoid the headache of navigating the unfamiliar territory of Portuguese labor laws. With Justworks EOR, hire around the world easily and keep your business compliant while you’re at it. Beyond compliance, get the support you need to minimize the costs and risks of hiring and managing a team in Portugal while skipping local entity setup.
What HR Leaders Need to Know in Portugal
Here’s a brief overview of the most important Portuguese labor laws.
Employment Contracts
Although not required for indefinite-contract employees, written employment contracts are strongly encouraged to protect both parties. Contracts serve as a legal document outlining the terms and conditions of the employment and setting employment expectations. Employment contracts should include:
Identification of the parties
Job description
Compensation
Working hours
Duration of the contract
Termination conditions
Probation period
Payslips
In Portugal, employers must provide payslips or salary statements to employees on a monthly basis. These documents serve as a record of the employee's earnings and deductions and provide transparency about the financial aspects of the employment relationship.
Employee Training
In Portugal, employees are entitled to 40 hours of professional training per year.
Labor Laws in Portugal
As you think about hiring in Portugal, these are the top labor laws to be aware of.
Ready to Hire Confidently in Portugal?
Justworks EOR makes building your global team seamless by offering local expertise to help you understand the nuances of the talent market in Portugal. Save yourself the time and hassle of international hiring today.
