Domestic Worker Contract 2026: Official Model and Online Processing
We draft and process your domestic worker contract adjusted to current regulations, coordinated with Social Security registration.
Domestic Worker 2026
What your domestic worker contract must include
Hiring a domestic worker implies a legal obligation from day one: formalizing a written contract that outlines the agreed-upon working conditions. This contract protects both the employing family and the worker, establishing salary, working hours, duties, and duration. The contract can be live-in (with accommodation and board) or live-out, and full-time or part-time. The law requires it to be formalized in writing when the relationship exceeds four weeks, although we always recommend doing so from the first day. The probationary period cannot exceed two months. The document must include the identity of both parties, the start date, working hours and schedule, base salary and supplements, duties to be performed, and the number of payments.
How we do it
How we process your contract 100% online
We draft and process your domestic worker contract adapted to your real situation: full-time or part-time, live-in or live-out. Our labor advisors prepare a 2026 contract model in accordance with current regulations and coordinate it directly with Social Security registration and payroll generation, all in a single process and without travel.
Frequently asked questions
Is it mandatory to sign a contract with my domestic worker from the first day?
Yes. The law requires a written contract if the employment relationship exceeds four weeks or if either party requests it, but we recommend signing it from the first day to avoid conflicts or penalties in the event of a labor inspection.
What is the difference between a live-in and a live-out domestic worker contract?
A live-in worker lives in the family home, is entitled to accommodation and board, and their working day includes hours of presence; a live-out worker comes daily or several days without residing there. The contract must reflect this arrangement, as it affects the applicable minimum wage.
Can I make a part-time domestic worker contract?
Yes, it is common when they work a few hours per week or for several families. It must specify the exact number of hours, their hourly distribution, and the proportional salary, as these also determine Social Security contributions.
How long is the probationary period in a domestic worker contract?
It cannot exceed two months, for both full-time and part-time. During that time, either party can terminate the relationship without notice or compensation, although the salary for days worked and the proportional part of extra payments are always settled.
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