Why did ZUS refuse to issue an A1 form? The most common reasons for refusal

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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 […]

Employer's obligations when posting an employee to Belgium 

Posting workers to Belgium is an increasingly common practice within the European Union. It allows companies to temporarily send their employees abroad. However, it's important to remember that this entire process requires numerous formalities and compliance with Belgian and EU law. Companies must remember that the key here is, above all, the legality of […]

Notification of employees to Belgium

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Posting employees to Belgium is an increasingly common practice among companies operating in the European market. How does it work? A company from one European Union or European Economic Area country temporarily sends its employees to work in Belgium. This process, of course, requires meeting numerous legal and formal requirements to ensure the legality and security of […]

Droit de Retrait in France – Legal basis, examples and tips for contractors

Occupational safety is one of the key responsibilities of every employer. In France, employees have the right to withdraw from work if conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to life or health. This is known as the droit de retrait. Legal basis: This right stems from the Labor Code, specifically Article L4131-1 of the Labor Code, which provides for […]

Notification of employees to Switzerland

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When working with subcontractors or self-employed individuals, Swiss law requires verification of their status. Why is this necessary? Regulatory authorities carefully examine whether self-employment is not bogus and whether the individual is truly acting independently. If they are deemed "falsely self-employed," not only the individual but also the contracting company is liable. The same applies to cases where […]