Proper Housing

An employer must provide a foreign worker with suitable housing which meets the conditions set out in the relevant regulations, throughout the entire period of the worker’s employment and for a minimum of 7 days after the employment has ended.

The housing must include: at least 4 square meters sleeping space per worker, no more than 6 workers in one room, personal cupboards and bedding for each worker, heating and ventilation, reasonable lighting and electric outlets in each room, hot and cold water in the bathroom, kitchen and showers; sinks, kitchen counters and cupboards, burners, refrigerator, table and chairs, a washing machine for 6 workers, a fire extinguisher. There must be reasonable access to the living quarters as well as to bathrooms.