When You Send an Employee to Work in Ireland

When you send an employee to Ireland for work, it is always required to obtain an A1 certificate. This registration ensures that the employee retains their Danish social security coverage during the assignment. The A1 application can often be complex, but with our compliance app, the process becomes faster, easier, and much more manageable.

In certain cases, it is also necessary to submit an application under the Posted Workers Directive (PWD). This process can be even more complicated, as the requirements vary significantly from country to country – including when you need to apply, how to apply, and where the application must be submitted.

Key Considerations in Ireland:

Is your company compliant with Irish employment terms and standards?
You must consider, for example:

Basic salary
Shift allowances or similar payments
Fees, bonuses, or commissions
Zero Hours payments
Board and lodging
Service charges paid via the payroll system
And other similar employment terms

Is your company registered in Ireland?
This can influence your obligations.

In some cases, it is also necessary to register with the WRC (Workplace Relations Commission).

Is your company sending employees to Iceland to work?

Then it’s important to be aware of the applicable rules for posting – both in terms of social security and labour law.

A1 certificate – documentation for social security
Before the posting begins, the company must apply for an A1 certificate.
The A1 certificate documents that the employee continues to be covered by Danish social security throughout their stay abroad.

PWD registration – when is it necessary?
In addition to the A1 documentation, in some cases it may be legally required to register under the EU’s Posted Workers Directive (PWD).
The PWD aims to ensure that posted workers work under the same basic conditions as local workers in Iceland.

Whether you need to register the employee under the PWD depends on a number of factors, including

Duration of the work stay
Tasks and industry – certain sectors, such as construction, have stricter requirements.
The nature of the workplace
Company establishment – is your company registered outside of Iceland?
Etc.

Remember: If PWD registration is required and not done correctly or in a timely manner,
it can result in penalties, fines and, in the worst case, a ban on working in the country.

Posting to Hungary – what you need to know about the Posted Workers Directive

When employees from another EU country temporarily work in Hungary, special rules apply under the Posted Workers Directive (PWD). As in many other EU countries, companies are required to properly register the employee in the Hungarian system in certain situations.

The PWD aims to ensure that posted workers are protected by the local labour conditions in the host country. This applies to, among other things:

Minimum wage and wage payments
Working hours and overtime
Rest periods and holidays
Health and safety
Protection against discrimination
And more…

This helps to ensure a level playing field and fair competition between foreign and local employers.

Click here to register in Hungary

Are you planning to send an employee to Greece? Then you should be aware that in many cases it is legally required to register the posting under the Posted Workers Directive (PWD) – and it can be a complex process.

When is PWD registration required in Greece?

A Posted Workers Directive (PWD) registration is required when an employee is temporarily sent to Greece to work and may be required if the following criteria are met (in whole or in part):

The company is established outside Greece
The work is carried out for a Greek beneficiary
If the work creates value for a company in Greece or your own company
Wages and employment conditions must comply with the applicable Greek labour regulations and any collective agreements.
Seafaring personnel: If you are a shipping company posting seafarers on ships flying the Greek flag or operating in Greek waters, special rules apply
An so on…

When sending employees to Germany, registration under the Posted Workers Directive (PWD) is required in certain cases.
Germany enforces this registration to ensure that foreign workers receive the same working conditions as German employees. This includes requirements regarding wages, working hours, holidays, occupational health and safety, and overtime.

When is PWD registration necessary?

Before sending employees to Germany, you should consider the following:

Do you comply with German labor standards?
Is your company registered in Germany?
What sector does the work fall under (e.g. construction, transport, services)?
How long and where in Germany will the employee be working?

To ensure your employees are working in accordance with German regulations

CLICK HERE

If an employer sends an employee to work in France, it’s essential to assess whether a registration under the Posted Workers Directive is required.

Many countries – including France – have specific rules about when a posting must be registered, what information must be provided, and how the process should be completed. For many companies, the complexity of these requirements can be overwhelming, which often leads to it being overlooked. However, failure to register or incorrect registration can have serious consequences.

These may include removal from the worksite, substantial fines, and negative publicity that can damage the company’s reputation.

How to register:

CLICK HERE
For postings in the road transport sector

CLICK HERE
If you need to create an account for foreign companies

Are you sending employees to Finland?
Then you need to be aware of the rules under the Posted Workers Directive (PWD).
As an employer, you are obligated to comply with Finnish legislation and applicable collective agreements regarding:

Work environment and safety
Anti-discrimination
Working hours and holidays
Parental leave
Salary and taxation

In addition, Finland requires you to appoint a local contact person (service representative), who must store all relevant
documents and be able to present them during an authority inspection.

It is important that:
The notification is updated if any changes occur during the posting
All posted employees carry a copy of the notification confirmation

Where do you register under the PWD in Finland?
Submit the posting notification via the official Finnish portal:
🔗 PWD Registration in Finland – Click here

Are you sending an employee to Estonia?
To comply with applicable rules and legislation, you must consider whether a registration under the Posted Workers Directive (PWD) is required. This depends on several factors, including:

Whether your company is registered in Estonia or not
Whether the employee’s salary meets Estonian wage requirements
The duration of the assignment (e.g. more or less than 8 days)

The rules do not apply to remote workers staying in Estonia without carrying out work that provides local value.
Additionally, business trips may be exempt – depending on the purpose and nature of the activities during the stay.

Why register employees under the PWD in Estonia?
As an employer, you are responsible for ensuring that your posted workers are employed
under conditions that comply with Estonian legislation and collective agreements. This includes:

Work environment and safety
Anti-discrimination
Working hours and holidays
Parental leave
Salary and taxation

When do you need to apply under the Posted Workers Directive in Denmark?
Whether your company needs to apply under the PWD (Posted Workers Directive) depends on several factors and varies from country to country. Many HR departments find the rules complex, confusing, and time-consuming – and in some cases, the PWD registration is completely overlooked.

What happens if you don’t register correctly under the PWD?
Failing to register correctly under the PWD in Denmark can have serious consequences:

Heavy fines
Expulsion of the employee from the workplace
Damage to the company’s reputation and brand

When is the Posted Workers Directive required in Denmark?
You may be required to apply under the PWD in Denmark if:

Your company is not registered in Denmark
The work being carried out creates value for a Danish company
The employee’s salary and working conditions do not meet Danish requirements and collective agreements

Are you aware of when you need to register employees under the Posted Workers Directive (PWD) in the Czech Republic? Do you know what the PWD is and the potential consequences of failing to comply?

Failing to complete a PWD registration can lead to significant fines and legal complications — and the rules can be complex. It can be difficult to determine when registration is legally required, where to submit the application, and what information is needed.

When Is PWD Registration Required in the Czech Republic?
PWD registration may be required depending on several factors, such as:

If your company is already registered in the Czech Republic

If employees are not paid in accordance with Czech wage regulations

If you do not comply with local rules on working conditions, holiday entitlements, working hours, and allowances

It is therefore essential to ensure full compliance with Czech labor laws and standards when posting workers.