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Labor Laws in Saint Martin

  • Annual Leave: 30 days
  • Public Holidays: 13
  • Workweek: 35 hours per week.

Income Tax in Saint Martin

St. Martin has progressive income tax rates from 0% to 41%.

Value Added Tax (VAT) in Saint Martin

The standard VAT rate in Saint Martin is 4%.

Social Security in Saint Martin

For Employers

  • Health, Maternity, Disability, and Death: 7% or 13% of total earnings (depending on specific conditions).
  • Old-Age Insurance: 8.55% on earnings up to €3,428.
  • 1.9% on total earnings above this threshold.
  • Autonomy Solidarity Contribution (CSA): 0.3% of total earnings.
  • Family Benefits: 3.45% or 5.25% of total earnings (varies based on specific circumstances).
  • Unemployment Insurance: 4.05% on earnings up to €13,712.

For Employees

  • Health, Maternity, Disability, Death: Generally, employees do not contribute directly to these categories; contributions are primarily employer-funded.
  • Old-Age Insurance: 6.9% of earnings up to €3,428. 0.4% on total earnings above this threshold.
  • Social Security Surcharge (CSG): Employees contribute 9.2% of gross salary.
  • Social Security Debt Reimbursement Contribution (CRDS): Employees contribute 0.5% of gross salary.

Work Visas in Saint Martin

Here are the main work visas available in Saint Martin (French Part):

Temporary Work Permit

  • Generally granted to foreign nationals who have secured a job offer from an employer in Saint Martin.
  • Typically issued for a specific project or a limited period, often not exceeding one year.
  • The employer must apply on behalf of the employee, providing necessary documentation, including proof of tax compliance and labor registration.

Residence and Work Permit

  • Required for foreign nationals wishing to reside and work in Saint Martin. This is distinct from the temporary work permit.
  • Applicants must demonstrate sufficient means of support and may need to remain outside the territory during the application process.
  • Usually linked to the duration of employment or specific projects.

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