FAQ 57Operator answerPosted Oct 8, 2026
My boss hits me or swears at me. Do I have to put up with it?
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You don't have to hold back.
Assault, habitual verbal abuse, sexual harassment or assault, and unreasonable discrimination are classified as 'unfair treatment' and are grounds for changing workplaces (employer's fault).
In this case, moving does not count toward the number of changes.
Record your conversations and send text messages from now on.
The employment center will check whether the change of workplace qualifies as a reason, and if it is difficult to decide, the rights protection council may review the matter.
For the required documents and procedures, please tell 1350 about the situation and ask about it.
This procedure is based on the E-9 standard, so for H-2, seasonal work E-8, F-4, please ask at 1345.
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Reference only. Rules change often. Confirm with 1350 (Ministry of Employment and Labor helpline) before you apply.