International Relocation Flashcards
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Which type of international assignment typically lasts one to three years?
Answer: Long-term assignment
Long-term assignments generally range from one to three (sometimes five) years and involve full expatriate packages.
What does 'localization' mean in the context of international mobility?
Answer: Transitioning an expatriate to local employment terms and compensation
Localization converts an expatriate's compensation and benefits to align with host-country norms, typically reducing the cost to the employer.
A 'shadow payroll' is used in international assignments to:
Answer: Calculate and report host-country taxes without actually paying salary through the host entity
Shadow payroll fulfills local tax-reporting obligations for a foreign employee whose salary is paid through the home-country payroll.
Which allowance helps cover the higher cost of international school fees for an expatriate's children?
Answer: Education allowance
Education allowances reimburse or pay directly for tuition at international or private schools in the host country.
What is a 'hardship allowance' in international relocation?
Answer: Additional compensation for assignments to locations with difficult living conditions
Hardship allowances incentivize employees to accept postings to locations with safety risks, extreme climates, limited amenities, or political instability.
During repatriation, the employer's most important responsibility is to:
Answer: Provide a suitable role that leverages the skills gained during the assignment
Meaningful repatriation roles are critical to retaining assignees who return with valuable cross-cultural and international business expertise.