In a nutshell:
- In Luxembourg, employees are entitled to 2 days' removal leaveYou will need to provide proof of your new address (lease, notarised deed, bill showing new address) and collect them at the time of the move.
- This extraordinary leave is limited to once every 3 years with the same employer.but can be requested again if the employer changes.
- The days off for removals are valid for removals in Luxembourg or in neighbouring countries. which have an agreement with the Grand Duchy (France, Belgium, Germany).
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Are you looking to move house or flat in Luxembourg? You should know that, depending on your situation, you may be entitled to days off for moving, so that you can settle into your new home with peace of mind. This guide explains everything.
What is the purpose of removal leave?
Removal leave is an extraordinary form of leave that allows you to take time out to deal with all the formalities involved in your move.
In Luxembourg, the law allows you to take two days' removal leave.
However, there are two conditions to qualify:
- You must provide a receipt to your employer, so that your request is legitimate and he can grant you the leave. Proof of change of address can be, for example :
- your new lease
- the notarial deed for your new property
- a bill showing your new address (energy, Internet, home insurance)
- You must take this leave at the time of the event. You will not be able to take your moving leave several weeks before or after your move.
In Luxembourg, your employer will be obliged to give you these days at the time of the event. The only condition for your application to be accepted is that you provide documentary evidence.
Limits to moving leave
This extraordinary leave is limited by Luxembourg law:
- you can only request itonce every 3 years with the same employer
- If you change employer in the meantime, you can reapply for leave to move. However, you will still need to provide documentary evidence.
How to request and apply for moving leave
Once you know the date of your move, you can ask your employer to allow you to take days off to move.
As soon as you have the date, talk to your manager or your Human Resources department.
Secondly, the number of days of leave to be taken depends on your situation. Here are some different situations:
You work for a Luxembourg company
If your employment contract is governed by Luxembourg law, then you are subject to Luxembourg law, which provides that two days' holiday move.
Nonetheless, you may be entitled to more days. It all depends on your company's collective agreement (some agreements allow for 3 days, for example).
Moving days off are valid :
- if you are moving to Luxembourg (if you are moving from Luxembourg to Dudelange, for example)
- if you are moving to a border country which has an agreement with the Grand Duchy (France, Belgium, Germany).
If you don't know how many days you are entitled to for your move, contact your company's Human Resources department.
You work for a company based abroad
If you work for a company based abroad and move to Luxembourg, there are two possible scenarios:
- Either you continue to work for the same companyYou may have worked for a company in France, but you are now based in Luxembourg. In this case, depending on your contract and the company's collective agreement, you may or may not be entitled to relocation leave. This point really depends on each situation. Ask your company's Human Resources department whether your contract or agreement provides for special leave for a move. Nevertheless, if you are transferred for professional reasons, you should be entitled to a few days' leave.
- Either you change company and take up a new job. If this is the case, you will not be able to take advantage of relocation leave, as you will be obliged to resign from the company in order to accept the new position.
To find out more: How much does it cost to move to Luxembourg from abroad?
Is it possible to accumulate extraordinary leave in Luxembourg?
Luxembourg has a number of special holidays for major life events. For example:
- For a weddingyou have 3 days' holiday
- For a partnership statement1 day off
- For the birth of a childthe father is entitled to 10 days' holiday
And in Luxembourg, you can accumulate these extraordinary days. For example, if you get married and move house at the same time, you can combine these days and take them together. This would give you 5 days off, or a full week to manage your wedding and your move.
But be careful, extraordinary leave can only be taken at the time of the event. So you'll have to combine your wedding with your move (there's a better honeymoon!).
You can find out more about extraordinary leave at this article.
A word of advice: to make sure you don't forget anything, consult our guide to moving to Luxembourg. It contains all the steps you need to know.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
How many days do I have to take leave to move to Luxembourg?
In Luxembourg, you can request 2 days' special leave for moving house. Your company's collective agreement may provide for more days, but not fewer.
How do I apply for leave to move?
All you have to do is talk to your manager or your company's Human Resources department. Your employer is obliged to grant you this leave if the dates correspond to the time of the event.
What proof do I need for moving leave?
You can provide your tenancy agreement, your deed of ownership, or any other bill showing your new address (home insurance policy, electricity bill, Internet bill).
When should I plan to move?
Talk to your employer as soon as you know the date of your move. You must take your days at the time of the event, not before or after.
How much notice do I have to give?
There is no specific notice period to be observed when giving notice to move. The sooner the better.
Who is entitled to relocation leave?
All employees are entitled to two days' relocation leave every 3 years with the same employer. This entitlement is renewed if the employee changes employer.
Can my employer refuse my leave to move?
No, this is prohibited. Under Luxembourg law, the employer is obliged to grant your extraordinary leave at the time the event occurs, on presentation of proof.
