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How Employers Handle Medical Certificates from Abroad

A medical certificate from abroad may explain an absence, but Mallorca employers can still review the circumstances.

Published: April 22, 2026
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What happens if an employee in Mallorca submits a medical certificate from abroad?

A medical certificate from abroad can support a sickness claim, but it does not automatically settle every question for an employer. If the circumstances look unclear, the employer may still check whether the absence was properly reported and whether the leave was used correctly. The outcome depends on evidence, timing and the relevant employment rules.

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