{"id":43885,"date":"2024-01-08T14:34:46","date_gmt":"2024-01-08T14:34:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/piktalent.com\/countries\/?p=43885"},"modified":"2026-02-16T10:24:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T10:24:27","slug":"spains-amendment-general-social-security-law-a-2024-perspective","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/piktalent.com\/countries\/blog\/spains-amendment-general-social-security-law-a-2024-perspective\/","title":{"rendered":"Spain\u2019s Amendment to its General Social Security Law: A 2024 Perspective"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Spain introduced a major update affecting internships and academic placements from January 1, 2024.<\/strong> Through <strong>Royal Decree-Law 2\/2023<\/strong> and related Social Security guidance, many students carrying out <strong>internships (pr\u00e1cticas)<\/strong> must now be included in the <strong>Spanish Social Security system<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>If you manage Erasmus+ mobilities, coordinate internships at a university or vocational school, or host trainees in Spain, this guide explains what changed, who is covered, who is exempt, and how to stay compliant without creating unnecessary administrative burden.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Key takeaway:<\/strong> The rule primarily impacts <strong>students enrolled in Spanish institutions<\/strong>. There is an official clarification that inbound <strong>international students from foreign institutions<\/strong> doing internships in Spain under their home programme are not covered by this obligation.<br \/>\n<cite>\u2014 Based on official guidance (see sources at the end)<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h4>What you\u2019ll learn<\/h4>\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\">\n<ul class=\"style-check\">\n<li>What Royal Decree-Law 2\/2023 changed and why it matters.<\/li>\n<li>Which students must be registered in Social Security from 2024.<\/li>\n<li>How this impacts <strong>Erasmus+ traineeships<\/strong> (outgoing vs. incoming).<\/li>\n<li>Who is responsible for registration and compliance.<\/li>\n<li>Where to find official sources and institutional FAQs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\">\n<ul class=\"style-check\">\n<li>Practical implications for universities, VET centres, and host companies.<\/li>\n<li>Financial considerations and contribution reductions.<\/li>\n<li>Common risk areas and how to avoid delays.<\/li>\n<li>A quick compliance checklist you can apply immediately.<\/li>\n<li>References to the Erasmus+ Programme Guide for traineeships.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4>1) Legal framework: what changed from January 1, 2024<\/h4>\n<p>Royal Decree-Law 2\/2023 introduced a key legal addition to Spain\u2019s General Social Security framework (the <strong>DA 52\u00aa<\/strong>), establishing that students completing <strong>pr\u00e1cticas formativas<\/strong> or <strong>pr\u00e1cticas acad\u00e9micas externas<\/strong> within training programmes are included in the Social Security system starting <strong>January 1, 2024<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In practical terms, this reform formally connects many internship periods to Social Security coverage and contribution records, even when the placement is unpaid.<\/p>\n<h4>2) Scope of application: who is covered<\/h4>\n<p>The Social Security inclusion generally applies to:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-circle\">\n<li><strong>University students<\/strong> undertaking internships linked to official degrees (Bachelor\u2019s, Master\u2019s, Doctorate) and certain university-specific qualifications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vocational training (VET) students<\/strong> in standard training pathways (with exclusions in specific intensive models depending on the programme structure).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\">\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #e6e6e6; padding:14px; border-radius:10px; background:#fafafa;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Included:<\/strong><br \/>\nCurricular academic internships and training placements integrated into recognised education programmes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\">\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #e6e6e6; padding:14px; border-radius:10px; background:#fafafa;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Still evolving:<\/strong><br \/>\nThe operational treatment of some extracurricular internships can depend on institutional implementation and current guidance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4>3) Crucial clarification for international student mobility (Erasmus+ inbound to Spain)<\/h4>\n<p>One of the most important points for international mobility offices and host companies is the official clarification that the 2024 Social Security inclusion <strong>does not apply<\/strong> to:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-circle\">\n<li><strong>International students from foreign universities or foreign vocational training centres<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Who come to Spain to complete internships as part of their <strong>home institution\u2019s educational programme<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This clarification helps Spanish host organisations avoid unnecessary registration steps for inbound Erasmus+ students whose training relationship remains anchored in a foreign institution.<\/p>\n<h4>4) Impact on Erasmus+ traineeships: outgoing vs. incoming<\/h4>\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\">\n<h4>Outgoing Erasmus+ traineeships (Spanish institutions \u2192 abroad)<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"style-check\">\n<li>The rule applies to <strong>students enrolled in Spanish institutions<\/strong>, even if the traineeship happens in another country.<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>entity financing the programme<\/strong> may be responsible for fulfilling Social Security obligations for this purpose.<\/li>\n<li>Special situations (such as <strong>\u201cBeca 0\u201d<\/strong>) may still require Social Security inclusion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\">\n<h4>Incoming Erasmus+ traineeships (foreign institutions \u2192 Spain)<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"style-check\">\n<li>Official guidance clarifies that inbound international students from foreign institutions are generally <strong>not covered<\/strong> by this obligation.<\/li>\n<li>Host organisations should still ensure proper documentation (Learning Agreement \/ training agreement, insurance, and onboarding documentation).<\/li>\n<li>When in doubt, confirm the student\u2019s <strong>home institution and programme basis<\/strong> before assuming registration duties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n  <img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\n    src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1521737604893-d14cc237f11d?q=80&#038;w=1400\"\n    alt=\"Students and coordinators discussing internship planning and paperwork\"\n    width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" class=\"alignnone size-full\"><\/figure>\n<h4>5) Financial implications: what about contributions?<\/h4>\n<p>Official guidance around implementation includes substantial reductions on contribution costs, and public institutions have addressed the administrative handling in different ways. In practice, the financial burden is often reduced significantly, but the <strong>administrative obligation<\/strong> (registration, communication of internship days, and correct recordkeeping) remains the main operational challenge.<\/p>\n<p>Universities may centralise the process to reduce friction for host companies, particularly for unpaid placements.<\/p>\n<h4>6) What universities, VET centres, and host companies should do now<\/h4>\n<h4>Operational checklist<\/h4>\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\">\n<ul class=\"style-check\">\n<li>Classify the internship correctly: curricular vs. other training placement.<\/li>\n<li>Confirm whether the student is enrolled in a <strong>Spanish<\/strong> institution or a <strong>foreign<\/strong> one.<\/li>\n<li>Define who is responsible for Social Security steps (institution vs. host).<\/li>\n<li>Align dates in the Learning Agreement \/ internship agreement with the registration dates.<\/li>\n<li>Keep proof of coverage and the applicable legal basis on file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\">\n<ul class=\"style-check\">\n<li>Create a standard email template explaining the rule and exemptions to partners.<\/li>\n<li>Build a \u201cdocuments pack\u201d for host companies (training plan, contacts, incident protocol).<\/li>\n<li>Set deadlines internally: registration must be done before internship start.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain a short exception flow for unusual cases (recent graduates, Beca 0, dual training).<\/li>\n<li>Use official sources as your single point of truth for updates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4>7) Erasmus+ Programme Guide: where it fits<\/h4>\n<p>The Social Security reform sits alongside Erasmus+ requirements, not instead of them. The <strong>Erasmus+ Programme Guide<\/strong> remains the primary reference for mobility conditions, eligible activities, and traineeship fundamentals, including opportunities for current students and recent graduates.<\/p>\n<h4>FAQ<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Does this apply to all Erasmus+ students doing internships in Spain?<\/strong><br \/>\nNot necessarily. The obligation primarily affects students enrolled in Spanish institutions. There is specific guidance indicating the rule does not apply to inbound international students from foreign institutions completing internships in Spain under their home programme.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Does this apply to unpaid internships?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes, the framework includes unpaid placements as well. Implementation may differ by institution (some universities assume the administrative process).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do host companies always handle Social Security registration?<\/strong><br \/>\nNot always. Some universities manage this centrally, especially for unpaid internships, to reduce friction for host organisations. Confirm your institutional policy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Does Social Security replace private insurance for Erasmus+?<\/strong><br \/>\nNo. Insurance requirements remain a separate compliance element under Erasmus+ and institutional policies.<\/p>\n<h4>Sources and official references<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"list-circle\">\n<li>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boe.es\/buscar\/act.php?id=BOE-A-2023-6967\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n      Spanish Official Gazette (BOE) \u2014 Royal Decree-Law 2\/2023<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/sepie.es\/doc\/comunicacion\/prensa\/2023\/nota_informativa_sobre_cotizaciones_de_estudiantes_en_practicas_a_la_seguridad_social.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n      SEPIE \u2014 Informative note on Social Security contributions for students in internships (includes international mobility clarification)<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seg-social.es\/descarga\/es\/bnr092023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n      Social Security \u2014 Bolet\u00edn de Noticias RED 09\/2023 (6 July 2023), implementation guidance for internship inclusion from 1 Jan 2024<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.upf.edu\/es\/web\/carreres-professionals\/estudiantes-faqs-practicas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n      Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) \u2014 Student FAQs on Social Security inclusion for internships<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu\/sites\/default\/files\/2023-11\/2024-Erasmus%2BProgramme-Guide_EN.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n      European Commission \u2014 Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2024 (PDF)<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu\/opportunities\/opportunities-for-individuals\/students\/traineeships-abroad-for-students\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n      European Commission \u2014 Erasmus+ traineeships abroad overview<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<p><strong>Internal note (optional for your site):<\/strong> If you host Erasmus+ interns in Spain and want to confirm whether Social Security registration applies to a specific case, document the student\u2019s sending institution, programme type, and legal basis for the placement. 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