Money Matters in Eastern Europe

Estonia

Company Monthly Pay (per contract) Tax + Deductions Paid Holiday Pension
Estonian National Ballet Undisclosed 21% Co. covers Nat. Ins. YES State Pension *

* it’s advisable to make your own private pension provision

Croatia

Company Monthly Pay (per contract) Tax + Deductions Paid Holiday Pension
Croatian National Theatre Ballet / Split Cr.K 5,500 (€732) + rent free accommodation Deducted at source ** YES NO*

** overpaid tax refunded before the summer

Hungary

Company Monthly Pay (per contract) Tax + Deductions Paid Holiday Pension
Hungarian National Ballet Undisclosed Basic + perf. fees Undergoing reform nett pay subject to tax changes YES Occupational Scheme planned*

Further Information

Eastern Europe Contract Conditions

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Junior CompaniesPhoto of two a male and female ballet dancers

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