What are the standard working hours in Slovakia?

In Slovakia, the standard working time is a maximum of 40 hours per week.

Is overtime governed by law in Slovakia? If so, what are the specifics outlined by law?

An average working time, including overtime, in Slovakia must not exceed 48 hours per week, subject to exceptions.

Specifics outlined by law include:

• The employer may instruct a supported employee to work a maximum of 150 hours of overtime in a calendar year.
• In addition to the 150 hours, a supported employee may voluntarily work up to a maximum of 400 hours of overtime in a calendar year.
• Overtime is paid in the regular monthly payroll.

What are the eligibility rules for time off in lieu in Slovakia?

In Slovakia, the eligibility rules for time off in lieu are outlined in the Labour Code:

• The employer and the employee may agree on using compensatory time off for overtime work. The employee is entitled to compensatory time off equivalent to the duration of the overtime work completed.
• Compensatory time off is granted at a mutually agreed time between the employer and the employee.
• When compensatory time off is agreed upon for work performed during a holiday, the employer must provide this time off within 3 months after the holiday work or within another agreed period.

How many days before the actual start date should the employment agreement be signed for payroll purposes in Slovakia?

For payroll purposes in Slovakia, the employment agreement should be signed 2-3 business days before the actual start date.