Taiwan Labor Law (Labor Standards Act)

Overview

The Labor Standards Act (勞基法, LSA) sets minimum labor standards in Taiwan. It covers working hours, overtime, leave, wages, and termination. These are MINIMUMS — employers can offer better but not worse terms. This skill focuses on Taiwan-specific requirements.

Framework

IRON LAW: LSA Is a Floor, Not a Ceiling

Everything in the LSA represents the MINIMUM employer obligation.
Employment contracts can exceed these standards but NEVER go below them.
A contract clause that provides less than LSA minimums is void even if
the employee signed it. "The employee agreed to it" is not a defense.

Working Hours & Overtime