Employees of Public/Private Enterprises, Institutions, and Wage Earners with a Specified Employer
(Labor Insurance / Employment Insurance / Occupational Accident Insurance Rights and Obligations Comparison, Effective January 1, 2026)
| Personnel Category | Definition and Description | Labor Insurance (LI) | Employment Insurance (EI) / Occupational Accident Insurance (OAI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employed Workers of Public / Private Enterprises and Institutions | General workers employed by companies, firms, legal entities, institutions, or public enterprises, having a subordinate labor relationship. | Compulsory Insurance (Units meeting the required number of employees or conditions must enroll their employees). |
Employment Insurance (EI): Compulsory Insurance (All who meet age and status requirements must participate). Occupational Accident Insurance (OAI): Compulsory Insurance. |
| Wage Earners with a Specified Employer (e.g., certain special industries, seasonal workers, or multiple-employer types meeting specific conditions) |
Although not typical long-term employees in a single fixed office, they are recognized by law or in practice as wage earners with a specified employer. | Compulsory Insurance (Processed through relevant unions or designated insured units). |
Employment Insurance (EI): Applicable based on actual employment and insured status. Occupational Accident Insurance (OAI): Compulsory Insurance, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the workplace safety net. |
💡 Key Reminder: For standard employed workers, employers have a mandatory legal obligation to enroll them in Labor Insurance, Employment Insurance, and Occupational Accident Insurance. If they are de facto employees (such as the situation of a nominal partnership but actual employment you mentioned earlier), employers cannot evade insurance enrollment and related labor rights under any circumstances.