Recent labor reforms approved by the Colombian Congress, and signed by the Colombian president on June 25, 2025, introduce sweeping changes to employment regulations...
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Recent labor reforms approved by the Colombian Congress, and
signed by the Colombian president on June 25, 2025, introduce
sweeping changes to employment regulations, including enhanced
employee protections, limits on fixed-term contracts, and new legal
standards for teleworking arrangements. The following is a
high-level summary of the most relevant changes and their potential
impacts on companies operating in Colombia.
- Sunday and Holiday Work Surcharge: The
surcharge for work performed on Sundays and public holidays will
increase from the current 75% to 100%. This change will be
implemented gradually:
- July 1, 2025: 80%
- July 1, 2026: 90%
- July 1, 2027: 100%
- Night Work: The definition of night work has
been expanded; night hours will now range from 7:00 P.M. to 6:00
A.M. (previously, night work began at 9:00 P.M.). Any work
performed during these hours must be compensated with a 35%
surcharge.
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