Secondment to France
General principles of secondment
Would you like to temporarily employ your staff in France? Or are you planning to work across the border yourself? Whether it is for one day, two months, or longer, there are always certain legal formalities to consider. To avoid any issues, it is crucial to know in advance which rules apply to your situation. The first step? Determining whether you are going to France as an employee or as a self-employed worker. This ensures that everything is legally in order, allowing you to work with peace of mind!
Secondment of your employees
Seconding employees to France comes with various administrative challenges. Are the employees from the EU or an equivalent area, or do they come from outside the EU? If they are from the EU, has a commercial contract already been signed with the client?
In every situation, it is important to check which documents and declarations are required. Does a Sipsi declaration need to be submitted? And what about the A1 certificate?
Secondment as self-employed
If you are going to work in France as a self-employed worker, there are several documents you should have with you as soon as you cross the border. One of these is the A1 certificate, which proves that you pay social contributions in another EU country. Also, don’t forget to bring proof of your business registration.
As a self-employed worker, you do not need to submit a Sipsi declaration and are not subject to the BTP obligation. However, keep in mind that the French labour inspection may request all relevant documents during a check to clarify any potential disputes.
Additional information
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A1-certificate
The A1 certificate is an essential document for employees and self-employed individuals. Working temporarily in France
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SIPSI
The SIPSI declaration is an online declaration intended for foreign employers posting employees to France on a temporary basis.
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BTP card
A BTP card is needed when workers are posted to a French yard. The card is valid for five years and has to be activated
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French representative
A French representative is needed when posting employees to France. The representative is the contact person.
