THR for contract workers
Pekerja kontrak (PKWT) dapat THR?
The situation
Yes. Contract workers with at least 1 month of service are entitled to THR.
The law
- Minister of Manpower Regulation 6/2016 on religious holiday allowance (THR): Workers with 1 month or more of service get THR; 12 months or more get 1 month's wage, less get a pro rata share; pay at least 7 days before the holiday
What it means for you
The rule covers permanent and fixed term workers. If a contract ends shortly before the holiday, check the rule on entitlement. Example: 6 months PKWT on IDR 5 million: IDR 2,500,000.
What to do
- Include contract workers in the THR list.
- Compute pro rata.
- Pay on time.
- Keep records.
Leaving out contract staff leads to complaints.
We can do this for youReligious holiday allowance (THR): who qualifies, the amount, timing and tax: IDR 1.000.000