Can an employee's start date fall on a weekend or public holiday in Uruguay?

In Uruguay, an employee's start date can be set on holidays or Saturdays. For Sundays, the start date can also be established but only with the employee's consent. It is important to note that working on holidays and Sundays requires additional payment considerations.

Is there a statutory probationary period in Uruguay and can it be extended or removed? Can the probationary period differ for various job titles or employment agreement types in Uruguay?

In Uruguay, there are no specific legal regulations regarding probationary periods. However, courts generally accept probationary periods of up to 90 days. In fixed-term employment agreements, the probationary period is proportional to the employment agreement term.

Per Velocity Global Uruguay's employment agreement template, supported employees are hired for an indefinite term subject to a trial period of 90 days.

The probationary period can vary based on the type of employment agreement but does not differ for various job titles.

Are employment agreements mandated to be registered with a regulatory authority in Uruguay? If yes, what is the process for registration?

In Uruguay, employment agreements must be registered with the Social Security System, known as Banco de Previsión Social (BPS). This registration is necessary to ensure compliance with social security contributions and benefits.

Can Pebl accept or support customers that have a local entity in Uruguay?

Pebl cannot accept or support customers that have a local entity in Uruguay.