Home office during the Corona pandemic
The situation is different if you could just as easily do your work from home. Provided you have the necessary technology such as a laptop, a headset or a telephone and access to all the programs you need to be able to do your job in the home office. However, even then you can Don’t just stay at home without being askedbut must clarify this with your company.
With a new decision which came into force at the beginning of 2021, the federal government obliges employers to enable their employees to work from home. This means that your boss must allow you to work from home – as long as your job allows it. Since the smooth running of the company is also in the interest of the bosses, most employers ensure that their employees are also equipped with the necessary technology in the home office.
Tip: If you have to buy a laptop, printer or similar for your home office, you can deduct it from your taxes. These are work equipment that can be specified under income-related expenses.