Is a work-from-home allowance mandatory in Latvia?

Yes, under Latvian regulations, a work-from-home (WFH) allowance is mandatory for employees working remotely.


Key Points:

  • The WFH allowance is standard and included in the employee’s annual gross salary under Horizons’ employment setup in Latvia.

  • This allowance is intended to cover home office-related expenses incurred while working remotely.


Exceptions:

  • The allowance does not apply during prolonged absences from work lasting more than 30 consecutive days (e.g. sick leave, parental leave, unpaid leave).

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