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DID YOU KNOW
- Jersey has its own legal and financial systems, despite being a British Crown Dependency – it’s not part of the UK or EU.
- The island is home to the world’s oldest continuing parliamentary assembly, the States Assembly, established in the 1200s.
- Mont Orgueil Castle in Jersey once protected England from French invasion – it’s over 800 years old and remains a symbol of the island’s independence.
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Working in Jersey
Financial Year Dates
Jersey’s financial year runs from January 1st to December 31st.
Minimum Wage
As of April 1st, 2025, the minimum wage in Jersey is £13 per hour.
Standard working hours
The typical full-time working week in Jersey is 37 to 40 hours, generally Monday to Friday. Start and finish times may vary by sector, with flexible working increasingly common in office-based roles.
Overtime
There is no statutory entitlement to extra pay for overtime in Jersey unless outlined in the employment contract. Many employers offer time off in lieu or a premium rate (typically 1.5x) as part of best practice.
Holiday Allowance
- All employees are entitled to a minimum of 3 weeks of paid annual leave, plus paid Public and Bank Holidays or time off in lieu.
- Leave accrues monthly, e.g. after 4 months, an employee earns 4/12ths of their entitlement.
Holiday is calculated in weeks, not days:
- 5-day/week worker = 15 days annual leave minimum
- 3-day/week part-time worker = 9 days annual leave minimum
Employers may offer more than the statutory minimum as per the employment contract.
Sick Leave
There is no statutory requirement for paid sick leave in Jersey. Entitlement depends on the employment contract. However, employees may claim short-term incapacity benefits from Social Security after three days of absence, if eligible.
Maternity & Paternity Leave
- Maternity Leave: Eligible employees are entitled to up to 52 weeks of maternity leave (6 weeks paid if qualifying under social security).
- Paternity Leave: Fathers or partners can take up to 52 weeks, with 6 weeks potentially paid, depending on social security contributions.
Public Holiday
Jersey observes the following public holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Monday
- Early May Bank Holiday
- Liberation Day (9th May – unique to Jersey)
- Spring Bank Holiday
- Summer Bank Holiday
- Christmas Day
- Boxing Day
If a public holiday falls on a weekend, it is usually not carried forward unless specified in the employment contract.
Social Contributions
Employers:
- Social Security: 6.5% on earnings up to the upper earnings limit (£5,176/month)
- Health Insurance: Employers also contribute to health insurance as part of Social Security payments
Employees:
- Social Security: 6% on earnings up to the upper earnings limit
- Contributions begin at age 16 and stop at pensionable age.
Income Tax
- Standard Personal Income Tax Rate: 20% (on all income above the personal allowance)
- Alternative Tax Calculation: Some residents may be taxed at an effective rate of 26% on a portion of their income.
- No capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or VAT in Jersey.
Health Care
Jersey operates a co-funded healthcare system. Residents contribute via Social Security and pay subsidised rates for GP services, prescriptions, and hospital treatment. Private healthcare is also available.
Employers are not required to provide private health insurance, but many include it as a benefit for senior staff or international hires.
Visas
Jersey is part of the Common Travel Area and operates its own immigration controls.
Work Permits
Foreign nationals (excluding UK and Irish citizens) require a Work Permit along with a Housing and Work Licence before employment. Sponsorship by a Jersey-based employer is required.
Business Visitors
Short-term business activities may not require a work permit but must comply with immigration and housing regulations.
13th salary
Jersey does not require a statutory 13th-month salary. However, bonuses and performance-related pay are common in sectors like finance and legal.
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Cultural Information
Jersey blends British formality with a relaxed island lifestyle. Business culture is respectful and conservative, especially in finance, though start-ups adopt a more casual tone. Meetings are punctual and email is the preferred communication method.
- Languages: English (official); Jèrriais is a Norman-French dialect spoken by some older residents.
- Religion: Predominantly Christian.
- Cuisine: Jersey is famous for seafood (especially oysters and lobster), creamy dairy products, and dishes like bean crock.
- Festivals: Liberation Day (May 9th), Battle of Flowers (August), and La Fête dé Noué (Christmas market) are major local events.
International workers will find Jersey welcoming, with a strong sense of community and rich cultural heritage.
By partnering with Gibson Watts Global as your Jersey Employer of Record (EOR), you ensure full compliance with local laws while streamlining your international hiring strategy. Our Jersey EOR services enable your business to attract and retain top talent in the Channel Islands – without the red tape.