{"id":51198,"date":"2026-04-16T08:50:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T05:50:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kz.f-chain.com\/?p=51198"},"modified":"2026-04-16T08:51:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T05:51:33","slug":"labor-law-changes-kazakhstan-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kz.f-chain.com\/en\/feautured-post\/labor-law-changes-kazakhstan-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Strengthening Protection of Workers&#8217; Rights in Kazakhstan"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>Strengthening Protection of Workers&#8217; Rights in Kazakhstan<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On April 8, 2026, the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan approved in the second reading a draft law aimed at improving labor legislation. The initiative was developed by Members of Parliament and is focused on enhancing the protection of workers&#8217; rights and improving labor relations regulation.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Key Changes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The proposed amendments cover several important aspects of the labor sphere:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong> Protection of Honor and Dignity of Employees<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The legislation proposes to introduce provisions aimed at protecting the honor and dignity of employees. This will strengthen legal guarantees and help prevent discrimination and unfair treatment in the workplace.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong> Clarification of the Last Working Day<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The procedure for determining the last working day will be clarified in cases where it coincides with a period of temporary disability or social leave. This will eliminate legal ambiguities and reduce disputes between employees and employers.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong> Payment for Medical Examinations<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The draft law provides for payment for the time spent by employees undergoing pre-shift medical examinations. The amount will be determined by a collective agreement or the employer\u2019s internal regulations.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong> Notification of Changes in Working Conditions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Employers will be required to notify employees in writing of any changes in working conditions, increasing transparency and protecting employees from unexpected changes.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><strong> Termination of Employment Contracts<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The amendments clarify the procedure for termination at the employee\u2019s initiative, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>determination of the termination date,<\/li>\n<li>specifics for materially responsible employees,<\/li>\n<li>procedures for completing the transfer of property and documentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li><strong> Training of Labor Inspectors<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>State labor inspectors will be required to regularly upgrade their qualifications in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>labor relations,<\/li>\n<li>occupational safety and health,<\/li>\n<li>social partnership.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The rights of occupational safety technical inspectors will also be expanded.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li><strong> Screening Medical Examinations<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The draft law introduces digital interaction between medical organizations, employees, and employers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>medical institutions will notify employees about required screenings,<\/li>\n<li>employers will receive information about employees subject to screenings,<\/li>\n<li>employers must ensure employees undergo such examinations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Impact on Businesses and Employees<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>These changes aim to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>increase transparency in labor relations,<\/li>\n<li>reduce conflicts between employers and employees,<\/li>\n<li>strengthen social protection of workers,<\/li>\n<li>promote digitalization in occupational health and safety.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For employers, this means adapting internal processes, updating HR procedures, and strengthening compliance control.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>FChain Accounting and Tax Services<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Changes in labor legislation require businesses to take a careful approach to HR and tax accounting. Errors in documentation, calculations, or procedures may lead to fines and labor disputes.<\/p>\n<p>FChain ensures your business operates smoothly and in full compliance with the law:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>full-cycle accounting and tax services<\/li>\n<li>HR support in line with current regulations<\/li>\n<li>consulting on legislative changes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Delegate you\u2019re accounting to professionals and focus on growing your business. Contact us for a consultation and find the best solution for your company.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kz.f-chain.com\/en\/feautured-post\/vat-declaration-form-300-kr-2026\/\">Updated VAT Declaration, Form 300: What Changed in 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><em>Prepared by: Moldir Mukhtar<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><em>Business Development Specialist<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><em>FChain Kazakhstan<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>\ud83d\udce9<\/strong><strong> almaty@f-chain.com<br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>\ud83d\udcf1<\/strong><strong> WhatsApp: +7 771 214 1820<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Strengthening Protection of Workers&#8217; Rights in Kazakhstan &nbsp; On April 8, 2026, the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan approved in the second reading a draft law aimed at improving labor legislation. 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