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Fixed-term contracts are permitted in Estonia and may be renewed, but may not exceed five years in total.
There are no official subcategories of Workers in Estonia.
Probationary periods are permitted up to four months in indefinite contracts and half the contract period in fixed-term contracts. During the probationary period, 15 days' notice is required to terminate the employment relationship.
Workers in Estonia recognize 12 paid public holidays. Work performed on public holidays must be paid at 200%. The law requires employers to shorten the workday by three hours preceding some public holidays including New Year's Day (1 January), Independence Day (24 February), Victory Day (23 June), and Christmas Eve (24 December). If the workday cannot be shortened, it must be compensated by time off in lieu or 150% of wages.
Workers are entitled to up to 182 days of paid leave for injury or illness. Employers are responsible for paying the leave from the fourth through the eighth day of absence. After that, it is paid by the government.
Workers are entitled to up to 182 days of paid leave for injury or illness. Employers are responsible for paying the leave from the fourth through the eighth day of absence. After that, it is paid by the government.
Overtime must be compensated with time off in lieu or 150% of wages. Overtime is limited to 200 hours per calendar year.
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