This was discussed at a meeting with experts from the International Labor Organization (ILO).
In particular, it is necessary to regulate the issues of withholding and payment of taxes, social contributions and compulsory health insurance for this category of workers.
In addition, the law on freelancers, although it allows paying a single tax of 15%, does not regulate other key aspects, such as working hours, overtime pay, rest and guaranteeing the minimum wage.
What will be gained by accession to the Convention?
Ratification of Convention No. 189 on Decent Work for Domestic Workers would establish clear standards of equal treatment, guaranteeing them protection and fair working conditions on an equal basis with other workers.
The Convention defines domestic work as work performed in or for the household. A domestic worker is defined as any person engaged in such work within the framework of an employment relationship. A person who performs domestic work only occasionally, irregularly or not on a professional basis is not included.
It is preferable to conclude an employment contract with a domestic worker that stipulates the working conditions, remuneration and other important rights.
The issue was also discussed at the meeting of the ILO delegation with the management of the National Social Insurance Fund. In particular, it was proposed to create an interdepartmental working group with the participation of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, the NSIF, the National Health Insurance Company and the State Tax Service to develop an effective mechanism for applying the provisions of the Labor Code on the conclusion of an individual employment contract between two individuals.
ILO Convention No. 189 was adopted on June 16, 2011. To date, 39 countries have ratified it. Domestic workers have their own International Day, which is celebrated annually on June 16.
