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Sick Leave in Italy (2026): Rules, Pay and Procedure for Employers
How sick leave works in Italy: who pays what, the 180-day protection period, the employee’s reporting procedure and home checks, explained for employers using an Employer of Record.
How to Switch Your EOR Provider in Italy (2026 Guide)
Can you change your Employer of Record in Italy without losing your employee? Yes. How the switch works, TFR, seniority, probation, timing, costs and a checklist for 2026.
Kündigung in Italien 2026: Regeln, Fristen und Abfindung für Arbeitgeber
Zugelassener Employer of Record in ItalienSezione II – Somministrazione di lavoro: D.D. n. 7 del 07/01/2026Sezione IV – Ricerca e selezione del personale: D.D. n.
Automatic Pension Enrollment in Italy (2026): TFR Rules Explained
Since 1 July 2026, new private-sector hires in Italy are automatically enrolled in a supplementary pension fund unless they opt out within 60 days. Here is what changes for TFR, employees and foreign employers.
What Happens After You Hire in Italy? A Month-by-Month Breakdown
Hiring your first employee in Italy feels like the hard part. Contracts are signed, onboarding is complete, and your team is officially in place. But
Hidden Employment Costs in Italy That Most Foreign Companies Miss
Hiring in Italy often looks straightforward on paper. You agree on a salary, onboard the employee through an Employer of Record (EOR), and expect a
Why Many Global EOR Platforms Operate Through Local Partners in Italy
Companies expanding into Italy often consider global Employer of Record (EOR) platforms to simplify international hiring. However, in Italy, many global EOR providers operate through
Is Employer of Record (EOR) Legal in Italy?
Companies expanding into Italy often ask whether using an Employer of Record (EOR) is legal. The short answer is: yes, using an Employer of Record
How Performance Reviews & Probation Work in Italy
Hiring employees in Italy involves more than simply signing a contract and starting work. Employers must understand how probation periods (periodo di prova) and performance
Work Permits & Visas for Hiring Non-EU Nationals in Italy
Hiring non-EU talent in Italy is absolutely possible — but it requires navigating immigration quotas, work authorization procedures, and strict administrative timelines. Unlike EU citizens,
Italy Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) Deep Dive
Collective Bargaining Agreements sit at the center of Italian employment law. While often misunderstood as background documents or sector guidelines, they are, in practice, one
How to Read & Understand Italian Employment Contracts
Employment contracts in Italy are not standardized documents that can be copied, adapted, or simplified without consequence. They are legal instruments shaped by statute, collective