Spain | Proof of social security coverage now required

Spanish immigration authorities announced a change in practice regarding proof of social security coverage for intra-company transferee permit applications.

Key Points:

• Officials stated that intra-company transferee permit applications must now include a valid proof of social security coverage certificate.
• Previously, authorities would accept a commitment letter from an applicant’s host employer stating that the assignee would be registered in the Spanish social system if an applicant was unable to obtain a valid certificate confirming social security coverage in their country of origin.
• Both initial and renewal intra-company transferee applications must now include proof of social security coverage to apply.

BAL Analysis: Employers should be aware of this change of practice and factor government processing times for certificates of coverage into employment strategies.

This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice Group.

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