Document background
The Employment Referral Letter is a crucial document in Belgian business practice, used to formalize and document employee participation in company referral programs. This document type emerged from the need to maintain clear records of referral arrangements while complying with Belgian employment law and EU data protection requirements. The letter is typically issued when an employee has successfully referred a candidate for employment, outlining the terms of the referral bonus, payment conditions, and relevant tax implications. It serves multiple purposes: documenting the referral for HR records, clarifying the reward structure for the referring employee, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements regarding employment-related payments. The Employment Referral Letter must be carefully drafted to align with Belgian labor laws, tax regulations, and GDPR requirements, particularly regarding the handling of personal data in the referral process.
