Work vacation explained: EU workation for beginners: 7 tips for mobile working
Workation sounds appealing, but it comes with many legal and organizational hurdles. What employees need to consider before and during mobile work abroad in the EU.
In Germany, employees who wish to combine work and travel, known as a "Workation", must obtain their employer's approval first. According to Prof. Michael Fuhlrott, a labor law expert, there is no statutory right to a Workation, but some companies have included regulations in collective agreements or employment contracts. Employees who work abroad must consider various factors, including social insurance, health insurance, and accident insurance, which can vary depending on the country.
Within the EU, EWR, and Switzerland, employees are entitled to free movement and can work without a visa, but may still require a A1 certificate to prove their insurance status.
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