Inquiring about work leave for relocation in Switzerland?
In Switzerland, the labour law, collective employment agreements (CLA), and individual work contracts provide coverage for absences from work. When it comes to moving home, while there is no legal entitlement to a day off, it is a common practice to grant one day of special leave. This special leave is typically regulated by employment or collective agreements. The specifics of the entitlement may vary based on the individual contract, CLA, or labour law. It is not specified whether employees are entitled to more than one day off for moving home, and the exact duration may depend on the distance of the move. For local or regional moves, one day might be granted, while longer moves could potentially warrant two days. It is essential to notify the company of the move well in advance and agree on the day in advance. The duration of the day off for moving home is determined by the terms of the CLA, employment contract, or company policy. It should be noted that this entitlement is based on 'special circumstances' as outlined in the Swiss Code of Obligations. Employers cannot refuse to grant a day off for moving, but they can refuse the specific date requested if there is an important reason or work commitment. Apart from moving, employees in Switzerland are entitled to time off for various reasons, including doctor's appointments, court appearances, public duties, marriage, birth of a child, death of a close relative, and care of a close relative. In these cases, employees are not required to miss pay or compensate for hours missed. For more comprehensive information about moving in Switzerland, we recommend reading the article titled 'What you need to do if you move house in Switzerland.' The specifics of hiring a moving service or renting a truck and how they might affect the entitlement to a day off for moving home are not explicitly stated in the current regulations. In summary, while the Swiss labour law does not provide a legal entitlement to a day off for moving home, it is a common practice to grant one day of special leave. The specifics of the entitlement and the duration depend on the individual contract, CLA, or company policy.
