Summary
Expatriation, secondment or transfer?
As a first step, consult the article “Expatriation, secondment and transfer: what are the differences?”, to better understand the distinctions between these 3 international employment methods, particularly at the level of different employment contracts that will be in effect in each of these situations.
You will also understand tax status and social protection attached to each of these terms.
Check your employment contract
Then, look at the article “Employment contract in the event of expatriation”. You will discover there that the expatriate must conclude 2 employment contracts, one with his French employer, who must include an endorsement including certain specific clauses; and one with his local employer, subject to the law of the latter’s country.
Subscribe to expatriation insurance
Expatriation includes certain medical, financial and legal risks, against which it is advisable to hedge as best as possible. To choose your expatriation insurance, do not miss the article “Expatriation insurance”, which will explain the different parameters to take into account when choosing your insurance.
Find out about expatriation bonuses
Faced with the risks, and to compensate for geographical distance, French expatriates often receive bonuses. What do they correspond to, and what can the amount be?
To better understand the details, consult our “Expatriation bonus” sheet.