The employer’s obligations
One of the tasks of a human resources department is to ensure compliance with various rules concerning staff, including the law on social insurance and foreign workers.
Employers must have an understanding of employment law, as well as of all the regulations associated with social security contributions and social insurance. This section provides information about these obligations.
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How social insurance works
Entrepreneurs need to get national insurance for themselves and any employees.
Remote work from a country in the EU/EFTA
Freedom of movement within the countries of the European Union (EU) and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) theoretically offers the possibility for employees residing in Switzerland to work remotely from many European countries.
Cross-border telecommuting
Many Swiss companies employ cross-border workers who sometimes wish to work from home. However, the current legislation provides them with limited leeway in this regard.
The rules for temporary assignment of workers
A company based in an EU or EFTA country can temporarily assign workers to Switzerland. The opposite is also possible.