In case of temporary secondment of employees to another country, EU rules as well as bilateral totalisation treaties provide for the application of certain statements that indicate the country where such employees are insured for social security purposes. These statements are called A1 statements and Certificates of Coverage, respectively, and may cover the individuals involved, as well as their family members (spouse and children), depending on the circumstances.
If such statement is granted, social security typically continues to apply in the individual’s home country, normally for a maximum period of two years, but with a possible extension to five years. We can assist you with the application for these A1 statements and Certificates of Coverage, including (if possible) their extension beyond the two-year period.