Job hunting abroad

Job hunting abroad | Test | EU Rules

Reading complex information about rules & regulations, laws and agreements may seem mundane compared to contemplating the fabulous job waiting for you in another European country. But if you are not insured, paid properly, or safe in your host country, working abroad may turn into a nightmare instead of the dream job you had in mind!

Freedom of movement in Europe
Article 48 of the Treaty of Rome (1968): 'within the countries of the European Economic Area (EEA), freedom of movement is a basic right, allowing EEA citizens to freely circulate, settle and work in any EEA member state, and enjoy the same rights as the nationals of the country of their choice.'

European citizens are allowed to look for work in any other member state for 3 months. All you need is a valid passport to cross the border. After 3 months a residence permit must be obtained. The conditions for granting a permit depends on your status.

Family members, irrespective of their nationality, have the right to accompany the European citizen abroad.

Although Switzerland is not a European Union member state there is a treaty with the European Commission allowing freedom of workers between Switzerland and the EU member states.

 

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