Why did ZUS refuse to issue an A1 form? The most common reasons for refusal
Why is the A1 so important? The A1 certificate is a key document. It confirms that the self-employed or posted employee remains covered by the Polish social security system, despite working in France, Switzerland, or another EU/EFTA country. This avoids double-payment of contributions and maintains continuity of insurance. In practice, however, entrepreneurs increasingly ask: "Why did ZUS refuse to issue an A1?" The reasons […]
ZUS A1 refusal – consequences for self-employed people working abroad
Why is the A1 certificate crucial? The A1 certificate confirms that the self-employed person remains covered by the Polish social security system despite providing services in France or Switzerland. This avoids double-payment of contributions and maintains continuity of insurance. However, the lack of this document immediately raises questions: what are the risks without an A1 in France? and what are the consequences of not having an A1 in Switzerland? The scenario […]