TN 5 (06-14)

A. Process to request a special exception

An employer or self-employed worker who wishes to apply for a special exception must write to the agency in the country where the worker desires coverage.

1. United States coverage

If the worker desires U.S. coverage, send the letter to:

Fax 410-966-1861

2. Slovak Republic coverage

If the worker desires Slovak coverage, send the letter to:

3. Contents of letter requesting an exception

The letter requesting the exception should provide:

• an explanation of why either country should grant an exception, and

• all of the information needed to issue a certificate of coverage (see RS 02002.310B.1).

The agency receiving the request will coordinate with the other agency to request a special exception. When the other agency grants the exception, the agency of the country that will cover the worker issues a certificate of coverage to serve as proof of exemption from coverage and taxes in the other country.

B. Reference

RS 02002.305 Certificates of Coverage under the Agreement with the Slovak Republic