Yes, under Latvian regulations, a work-from-home (WFH) allowance is mandatory for employees working remotely.
Key Points:
The WFH allowance is standard and included in the employee's annual gross salary under Remote People's employment setup in Latvia.
This allowance is intended to cover home office-related expenses incurred while working remotely.
Exceptions:
The allowance does not apply during prolonged absences from work lasting more than 30 consecutive days (e.g. sick leave, parental leave, unpaid leave).