A workation is a period where an employee works remotely from a location abroad, combining work with travel.

Who is responsible for compliance?

The employer remains responsible for tax, social-security and immigration compliance, even when the employee initiates the workation.

Workation compliance: answers by country

How long can an employee work from Spain before tax issues arise?

In most cases an employee can work from Spain for up to 183 days in a 12-month period before becoming tax-resident. Beyond that threshold, Spanish income tax and reporting obligations can apply to both the employee and the employer.

WorkFlex flags the 183-day line per employee and warns before it is crossed, factoring in double-taxation treaties.

Does an EU citizen need a permit to work remotely from another EU country?

An EU citizen generally does not need a work permit to work remotely from another EU/EEA country, thanks to freedom of movement. However, social-security registration via an A1 certificate and local tax rules can still apply depending on the duration.

WorkFlex automatically determines whether an A1 certificate is required for each trip.

Workation compliance FAQ

What is a workation?: A workation is a period where an employee works remotely from a location abroad, combining work with travel.
Who is responsible for compliance?: The employer remains responsible for tax, social-security and immigration compliance, even when the employee initiates the workation.