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Can I use Salary with a company outside of Luxembourg?

Salary.lu is designed for the Luxembourg job market, focusing on local salary norms, indexation rules, taxes, and employment laws. While our platform does not handle company registration or legal setup, foreign companies can use Salary.lu to manage payroll for Luxembourg-based employees once they have completed the necessary legal steps to operate in Luxembourg.

For EU companies already registered with Luxembourg’s CCSS:

If your EU company is registered with the Luxembourg social security system (CCSS) and has an employer identification number (Matricule), you can use Salary.lu to manage your payroll.

Requirements:

A valid business permit in Luxembourg
Completion of the operating declaration (this document can be generated on Salary.lu)

For more details on employer registration, please consult the official CCSS guidelines.

Options for foreign companies to operate in Luxembourg:

Open a branch office:

This is an extension of your foreign company, not a separate legal entity
Must be registered with the Registre de commerce et des sociétés (RCS)
May require a business permit

Set up a subsidiary:

This is a new legal entity under Luxembourg law (such as an SARL)
Offers full legal and operational independence from the parent company

Some companies choose to operate from abroad by registering as a foreign employer with the CCSS and tax authorities
You must comply with Luxembourg’s payroll, tax, and employment laws

Legal requirements to be aware of:

Registration with the CCSS and Luxembourg tax authorities
Obtaining a business license (autorisation d’établissement) if required
Compliance with salary indexation, social security, and labor laws
Keeping accurate payroll and accounting records

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Payroll management:

Once your company is properly registered and authorized to operate in Luxembourg, you can use Salary.lu to:

Calculate salaries in line with Luxembourg law
Generate payslips and payroll documents
Stay compliant with local payroll requirements

Foreign companies can operate and hire in Luxembourg if they complete the necessary legal steps. Salary.lu helps you manage payroll efficiently and stay compliant once your company is set up and registered. If you need help with company registration or legal setup, we recommend consulting a local legal expert. Once your company is ready, Salary.lu is here to streamline your payroll process in Luxembourg.

Updated on: 22/04/2025

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