CIBT Assure

A legal obligation, a complicated process While obtaining an A1 certificate is a legal obligation,  independently navigating the complexities of the  application process may be challenging and increase the  likelihood of costly mistakes. A few of the intricacies that  must be addressed during the A1 certificate application  process include:  „ Each member state has its own unique application  and coverage process. „ The application process involves a detailed  submission procedure that requires either online  completion, wet signatures or sending through post,  depending on the location. In all instances, personal  details for each traveler must be provided in a precise  way prior to traveling. „ While A1 documents are typically valid for 24 months,  the validity can differ per member state and depend  on the details submitted at the time of application.  „ Employers typically bear the responsibility for  facilitating the application process on behalf of  their employees and must follow proper protocol.  This generally includes requesting an A1 form from  the social security institution of the employee’s  home country and notifying the host country’s  authorities before an employee crosses the border.  It’s important to note that this A1 form must be  submitted for an employee to ensure continued  coverage by the social security system in their home  country. CIBT’s expertise, your A1 certificates simplified The good news is, CIBT specializes in managing the  A1 certificate acquisition process from start to finish.  In fact, with three decades of proven experience  providing business travel visa services, we are the  only organization that truly understands the unique  differences between short-, medium- and long-term  border crossings. This means that organizations  that choose us can have peace of mind that their  A1 applications are completed accurately, ensuring  compliance and continued coverage by their home  country’s social security institution.