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Germany's Zoll Cracks Down on Black Work, Launches Nationwide Operation

Zoll's operation targets black work hotspots. Inspections ensure employers follow the rules and protect employees' rights.

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Germany's Zoll Cracks Down on Black Work, Launches Nationwide Operation

Germany's Customs Authority, Zoll, conducted a nationwide operation against black work and illegal employment on Monday, June 16, 2025. Around 2,800 customs officers from various main customs offices participated in the risk-oriented spot checks, focusing on sectors like hospitality and gastronomy. The operation, led by the Financial Control of Undeclared Work (FKS), resulted in seven criminal proceedings on-site for violations of the Residence Act.

The FKS regularly conducts inspections to reduce black work and illegal employment. On this occasion, 73 employees of the Main Customs Office Landshut interviewed over 260 employees and conducted numerous business record checks, leading to 20 extensive follow-up investigations. The inspections aimed to ensure employers had properly registered employees for social security, prevent social benefits fraud, verify work permits and residence titles for foreigners, and enforce minimum wage payments. In the roofing, electrical, and scaffolding trades, branch-specific minimum wages apply, while the general statutory minimum wage of 12.82 euros gross per hour applies to other construction sectors.

The Zollinfotag - Career of the Main Customs Office Landshut will take place on September 20, 2025, at the service point Plattling, Robert-Bosch-Straße 1, 94447 Plattling. Inquiries can be directed to the Main Customs Office Landshut Press Spokesperson via telephone (0871-806-1031) or email ([email protected]).

The FKS's operation highlights the Customs Authority's commitment to combating black work and illegal employment. The inspections ensure employers comply with regulations, protect employees' rights, and maintain a fair labor market. Future inspections will continue throughout the year, focusing on various sectors and regions.

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