A Guide to Remote Work and WFH Laws in Spain
Traditional work practices are changing quickly, in part due to the pandemic which required many employees to work from home (WFH). While some countries had temporary or piecemeal rule changes to accommodate the change, Spain implemented new long-term legislation last year for WFH practices.
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This guide will give you the basics of the new law, so you will know how to accommodate your Spanish WFH employees.
Who is considered a remote worker in Spain?
Under the new legislation, any employee that works from home more than 30% of the time (approx. 1.5 days per week) within a three-month period, is considered a remote worker. WFH will now be considered to be equivalent to regular employment in Spain, as some workers may opt to WFH full-time.
Is a WFH agreement required in Spain?
One of the provisions of the new law is that a WFH agreement must be drawn up by the employee and submitted to the employment office within... read more
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