Residence vs Social Residency
Summary
Residence and social residency are related but distinct concepts used in different legal contexts. Residence refers to where a person lives, while social residency determines which country’s social‑security system applies.
Main explanation
What is residence
- based on physical presence
- may change over time
- used in administrative, tax, and social contexts
What is social residency
- determines social‑security coverage
- defined by law
- independent from tax residency
Relationship
- residence = factual
- social residency = legal classification
- not always aligned
Cross-border situations
- work abroad
- posting
- multi‑country employment
Differences across countries
- definitions
- criteria
- interaction with employment
What this page does not cover
- tests
- rates
- procedures
- coordination details
- planning
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