German IoD

Bluesky, the new Twitter?

In recent weeks, a „new“ social network has been cited more and more frequently: Bluesky.

How to deal with mistakes?

Mistakes happen. I once heard the sentence that a good manager, for example, is characterized by the fact that the degree of wrong decisions is less than 50%. The sentence may sound a bit sarcastic, but I find it appropriate in the tendency.

What is the A1 form?

The A1 form (here a german example) is a three-page form, which describes exactly the person, the employer, and confirms that the social security obligations of each country are respected. The purpose is to ensure that employees are always socially insured. You always have to carry this form with you when you are abroad (i.e.

Where do I get the A1 form from?

As of 01.07.2019, the A1 form must be requested electronically by the employer from the health insurance fund of the respective employee. If in doubt, a pension fund may also request the German pension insurance.

How much penalty do I have to pay if the A1 is missing?

Not carrying an A1 confirmation of social security obligation is in France with a hefty 3,296 €. In Austria, between 1,000 € and 10,000 € can be imposed. Other countries require social security in their country for the days in question. The employee is also obliged to do so.