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Onboarding and Probationary Period Regulations in Luxembourg

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

Yes, an employee's start date in Luxembourg can fall on a weekend or public holiday. However, on such days, the employee cannot be required to work.

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

In Luxembourg, if both parties agree to include a trial clause (aka probationary period) in the employment agreement, the probationary period may range from 2 weeks to 6 months. However, there are specific exceptions:

  • The probationary period cannot exceed 3 months if the employee does not possess a level of training equivalent to the technical and professional aptitude certificate (CATP) or the current professional aptitude diploma (DAP).
  • The probationary period can be extended to 12 months if the employee's gross monthly salary is equal to or higher than EUR 4,586.12 (index 855.62).

For fixed-term employment agreements, the probationary period must be shorter than the length of the fixed-term employment agreement.

What is Pebl's onboarding timeline in Luxembourg?

The onboarding timeline for Pebl in Luxembourg is 14 days.

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

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

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