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Employing in Lebanon

Workers' rights in Lebanon are protected by:

  • the Lebanese Constitution of 1926,
  • the Civil Code of 1932,
  • the Lebanese Labour Law of 1946 (amended significantly in 1962)
  • Decree No. 112 of 12 June 1959 regarding status of public officials
  • Decree No. 3273 of 26 June 2000 on labour inspection

— all of which guarantee equal pay for equal work and protections against discrimination based on age, religion, gender expression, and race. Labour law provisions are enforced by the Lebanese Ministry of Labour and its associated agencies and offices.

Common questions that could come up during the hiring process include the minimum wage, overtime rates, and guaranteed paid time off. Remote can help you offer a complete, competitive, and compliant benefits package to your employees in Lebanon.

Minimum wage

The Lebanese minimum wage stands at 28 million Lebanese Pounds (LBP)  per month, employers and their workers often negotiate rates on a case-by-case basis.

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Competitive benefits package in Lebanon

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Health Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Mental health support
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Pension or 401(K)
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Life and Disability Insurance

Facts & Stats

Lebanon has an incredibly rich history. Sadly, the past decade has been underlined by complicated geopolitical events and ongoing instability in certain areas of the country.

Lebanon is wedged in between Israel and Syria. This location has proven both a blessing and a curse throughout human history. Lebanon contains an abundance of ancient Roman ruins, historic churches and mosques, and snow-capped desert peaks.

The small Middle Eastern jewel has always been an intoxicating clash of cultures and the melting pot of the capital Beirut is a nod to the nation’s past. It’s usual to hear a mix of Arabic, French, English, and even Armenian and Greek being spoken in the streets. The country’s food, music, art, and architecture are all a reflection of this multiculturalism.

Once known as the Paris of the Middle East, Beirut is dotted with breathtaking beachside restaurants, beautiful bars, and a thriving nightlife. Equally, pockets of Beirut and the country are strictly conservative in direct contrast with this progressive part of Lebanese culture.

The country is a middle-income, service-based economy with strong banking and tourism industries. The multicultural nature of the population means Beirut is littered with a large community of expats and employers will find a haven of experienced and highly educated professionals with the capacity and intention to work remotely.

Capital City
Beirut
Currency
Lebanese pound
Languages
Arabic
Population size
6,859,408
Ease of doing business
Medium
VAT - standard rate
11%

Grow your team in Lebanon with Remote

Want to employ workers in Lebanon? Companies hiring in Lebanon are typically required to either own a local legal entity or work with a global employment platform like Remote that can legally provide employment services in the country.

Remote can employ team members in Lebanon and keep you compliant. Remote can hire, onboard, and pay your Lebanon team so you don't have to set up local HR services in the region. Remote also makes it easy to pay contractors in Lebanon. Sign up now to get started or talk to an expert for more details.

Risks of misclassification

Lebanon, like many other countries, treats self-employed individuals or contractors and full-time employees differently. Misclassification of contractors in Lebanon may lead to fines and penalties for the offending company.

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