Authorization Intake: Senior Manager Relocation Package & Tax Equalization

1. Section 1: Transferee Profile, Origin/Destination Hub & Assignment Duration Metadata

This section captures comprehensive profile information for the transferring senior manager, including assignment details and location metadata essential for package structuring.

 

Employee ID

Full Legal Name

Current Job Title

Current Business Unit/Division

Current Cost Center

Current Physical Work Location (City, Country)

Destination Work Location (City, Country)

Expected Relocation Start Date

Assignment End Date (if applicable)

Assignment Type

Is this a permanent transfer with no planned return?

 

Permanent transfers require additional considerations for pension, equity, and long-term benefits alignment. Please ensure Finance and Legal have reviewed the permanent status implications.

 

Expected Repatriation Date

Reports To (Manager Name)

New Job Title at Destination (if different)

Current Annual Base Salary (in origin currency)

New Annual Base Salary (in destination currency, if different)

Target Annual Bonus (% of base salary)

Will the transferee retain equity/stock awards from origin country?

 

Describe equity retention arrangement and vesting schedule:

Does the transferee currently own or rent accommodation at origin location?

 

Housing Disposition Plan

Will family members accompany the transferee to the destination location?

 

Total number of accompanying family members

Is the transferee subject to any non-compete or garden leave obligations at origin?

 

Describe non-compete terms and impact on start date:

Additional assignment metadata or special circumstances:

2. Section 2: Itemized Relocation Expenses, Moving Logistics & Temporary Housing Budget

Detailed breakdown of all relocation-related expenses, moving logistics arrangements, and temporary housing budget allocations. All amounts should be estimated in destination currency.

 

Itemized Relocation Expense Budget

Expense Category

Description

Estimated Cost

Payment Method

Requires Pre-Approval?

Cost Center Allocation

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B
C
D
E
F
1
Household Goods Shipment
Full container load - sea freight
$8,500.00
Direct Billing
Yes
GM-001
2
Temporary Housing
90 days corporate accommodation
$18,000.00
Reimbursement
 
GM-001
3
Home Finding Trip
5 days scouting trip for transferee + spouse
$4,500.00
Direct Billing
Yes
GM-001
4
Miscellaneous Allowance
Settling-in costs
$3,000.00
Lump Sum
 
GM-001
5
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Will the company provide a home finding trip prior to relocation?

 

Number of home finding trip days authorized

Does the transferee require storage of household goods at origin or destination?

 

Specify storage requirements (duration, location, volume):

Estimated volume of household goods (in cubic meters)

Shipment Mode for Household Goods

Will the company ship a personal vehicle to the destination?

 

Vehicle shipment budget

Temporary Housing Monthly Budget

Maximum Duration for Temporary Housing (in months)

Will the company provide a rental car during temporary housing period?

 

Monthly rental car budget

Does the transferee require school search assistance for dependent children?

 

List children's ages and specific schooling requirements:

Miscellaneous Relocation Allowance (lump sum for settling-in costs)

Will the company provide language training support?

 

Language training budget per family member

Will the company provide cultural orientation training?

 

Cultural training budget

Will the company assist with utility setup and deposits at destination?

 

Utility setup budget

Will the company provide a one-time furniture allowance for destination accommodation?

 

Furniture allowance amount

Special relocation circumstances or additional requirements:

Will the company provide travel insurance for the transferee and family during relocation?

 

Describe insurance coverage details:

3. Section 3: Tax Equalization Policy, Gross-Up Calculations & Host Country Liabilities

Comprehensive tax equalization policy selection, gross-up calculation methodology, and host country tax liability assessment to ensure tax neutrality for the transferee.

 

Tax Treatment Policy

Does the transferee's home country have a social security totalization agreement with the host country?

 

Explain social security contribution plan for both home and host countries:

Estimated Annual Host Country Tax Liability (before gross-up)

Estimated Annual Home Country Hypothetical Tax (based on home salary)

Gross-Up Percentage Applied (enter as whole number, e.g., 35 for 35%)

Will the company provide tax preparation services for both home and host countries?

 

Annual tax preparation services budget

Does the host country impose exit tax or departure tax provisions?

 

Estimated exit tax liability

Will the transferee receive any host country-specific allowances subject to special tax treatment?

 

Describe allowances and tax treatment (e.g., cost of living, hardship, housing):

Is the transferee subject to any tax residency rules that may trigger dual taxation?

 

Explain dual tax residency mitigation strategy:

Will the company operate a shadow payroll in the home country during assignment?

 

Describe shadow payroll arrangement and cost center:

Tax equalization calculation notes and assumptions:

Tax Cost Projection Summary

Tax Component

Annual Amount

Gross-Up Amount

Total Company Cost

Payment Frequency

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B
C
D
E
1
Host Country Income Tax
$45,000.00
$15,000.00
$60,000.00
Monthly
2
Host Country Social Security
$8,000.00
$2,500.00
$10,500.00
Monthly
3
Tax Preparation Services
$3,000.00
$0.00
$3,000.00
Annually
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Has the tax equalization policy been reviewed by external tax advisors?

 

Tax advisory firm name

Will the company provide tax reconciliation and true-up calculations annually?

 

Describe reconciliation process timing and methodology:

4. Section 4: Family Dependents Assistance, Visa/Work Permit & Relocation Services Audit

Comprehensive documentation of family dependent assistance requirements, visa and work permit processing needs, and audit trail for all relocation services provided.

 

Will the transferee's spouse/partner require work authorization in the host country?

 

Spouse/partner work authorization strategy and timeline:

Will the company provide spousal support services (career counseling, job search assistance)?

 

Spousal support services budget

Dependent Family Members Detail

Dependent Name

Relationship

Date of Birth

Requires Visa?

Requires Work/Study Permit?

Support Services Needed

A
B
C
D
E
F
1
Jane Smith
Spouse
6/15/1985
Yes
Yes
Work authorization, language training
2
Michael Smith
Child
3/22/2010
Yes
 
School placement, tutoring
3
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Will the company provide dependent education assistance beyond standard schooling?

 

Annual education assistance budget per child

Are there any family members with special medical needs requiring ongoing treatment?

 

Describe medical needs and host country treatment plan:

Will the company provide pet relocation services?

 

Pet relocation budget

Are there elderly parents or other non-accompanying dependents requiring support?

 

Describe support arrangement for non-accompanying dependents:

Visa and Immigration Services Required

Has the host country immigration requirements been verified by legal counsel?

 

Legal counsel firm name

Will the company provide emergency evacuation coverage for the transferee and family?

 

Describe evacuation coverage scope and provider:

Do any family members have dual citizenship that may impact visa requirements?

 

Describe dual citizenship details and implications:

Additional family circumstances requiring special consideration:

Relocation Services Audit Log

Service Provider

Service Type

Contract Value

Contract Date

Provider Vetted?

Performance Rating

A
B
C
D
E
F
1
Global Relo Corp
Household Goods Shipping
$8,500.00
1/15/2025
Yes
Approved
2
Destination Homes
Temporary Housing
$18,000.00
1/20/2025
Yes
Approved
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Have all relocation service providers been through the company's procurement and compliance process?

 

WARNING: All service providers must be vetted through procurement before engagement. This authorization cannot proceed without compliance verification.

Will the company provide a local buddy or mentor program for the transferee family?

 

Describe buddy program structure:

5. Section 5: Global Mobility Manager & Corporate HR Vice President Sign-Off

Final authorization and sign-off section for Global Mobility Manager and Corporate HR Vice President to approve the relocation package, budget, and terms of assignment.

 

Approval Matrix

Approver Role

Approver Name

Approval Authority

Approval Limit

Approved?

Approval Timestamp

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B
C
D
E
F
1
Global Mobility Manager
Sarah Johnson
Package Structure & Budget
$100,000.00
 
 
2
HR Vice President
Michael Chen
Executive Authorization
$500,000.00
 
 
3
Finance Director
David Park
Budget Release
$500,000.00
 
 
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Does the total relocation package cost exceed $100,000 USD equivalent?

 

Additional CFO approval required for packages exceeding $100,000. Please route this form to Finance Leadership after HR VP sign-off.

Global Mobility Manager Review Comments

Global Mobility Manager Digital Signature

Global Mobility Manager Sign-Off Date/Time

Corporate HR Vice President Review Comments

Corporate HR Vice President Digital Signature

Corporate HR Vice President Sign-Off Date/Time

I confirm that all information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge

I acknowledge that this authorization is subject to corporate governance policies and may be audited

 

Upon final approval, this authorization form will be forwarded to Payroll, Finance, and the assigned Relocation Management Company for implementation. A copy will be retained in the employee's permanent mobility record.

 

Emergency Contact Name for Relocation

Emergency Contact Phone

Has the transferee received and acknowledged a copy of the global mobility policy?

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