POMS Reference

RS 02002: International Agreements - Continued

TN 5 (06-14)

A. Territoriality rule

Under the agreement, employment is ordinarily subject to the laws on coverage of only the country where the worker performs the work (territoriality rule). A person working in employment or self-employment who has dual coverage under the laws of both countries will remain covered only under the laws of the country where he or she perform the work.

B. Exceptions to the territoriality rule

The agreement provides several exceptions to the territoriality rule to ensure that a worker’s coverage is under the system of the country to which he or she has the more direct connection.

C. References

  • RS 02002.270 Detached Worker Rule under the Agreement with the Slovak Republic

  • RS 02002.275 Crews of Ships Rule under the Agreement with the Slovak Republic

  • RS 02002.280 Crews of Aircraft Rule under the Agreement with the Slovak Republic

  • RS 02002.285 Government Employee Rule under the Agreement with the Slovak Republic

  • RS 02002.295 Special Exceptions to the Coverage Rules under the Agreement with the Slovak Republic