Where to Go for Help with Labour Problems in Spain

If you’re having problems at work, whether it’s unfair dismissal, unpaid wages, unsafe working conditions, or issues with your contract, you don’t always need to go through a union to get help. You can report your concerns directly to the Inspección de Trabajo y Seguridad Social (Labour and Social Security Inspectorate).

This is the Spanish government body responsible for ensuring that employment laws are being followed. Their inspectors deal with:
• Legal working conditions (contracts, hours, wages)
• Health and safety in the workplace
• Discrimination or harassment at work
• Social Security compliance (including registration and contributions)

If you believe your rights as a worker have been violated, you can file a complaint (denuncia) — even anonymously, if you prefer.

How to Make a Complaint

You can find information or submit a complaint via the Ministry of Labour’s official website:
https://www.mites.gob.es

Or go directly to the complaint form:
https://expinterweb.mitramiss.gob.es/buzonfraude

You can also visit your local Provincial Labour Office (Inspección Provincial de Trabajo). Just search online for “Inspección de Trabajo” followed by the name of your province.

This service is free, and it’s there to protect workers, regardless of nationality.

Workers could consider joining a labour union. Who is the main unions in Spain? Are you UGT and CCOO.

Please note: The information provided is based upon our understanding of current legislation. It is not legal advice but is provided freely to enable you to be properly informed. We recommend that if you are considering taking action, you should seek professional advice.