The Algerian National Social Security Fund (CNAS) has launched an online platform, El-Hanaa, allowing workers to verify their employer's declarations and ensure accurate reporting of their salaries. This move aims to protect workers' rights and prevent losses due to underreporting or non-reporting of salaries. The platform is accessible on the CNAS website or through the El-Hanaa mobile app.
To use the platform, workers need to create a personal account using their social security information. Once logged in, they can view and download their employer's declarations, including salary reports and affiliation certificates. This allows workers to compare the declared salaries with their actual pay and detect any discrepancies. The CNAS launched this service in 2026 to enhance transparency and accountability.
The difference between affiliation and salary declaration is crucial for workers to understand. Affiliation means the employer has registered the worker with the CNAS, but it does not guarantee accurate reporting of the worker's salary. Workers can be affiliated but have their salaries underreported, which can lead to reduced benefits and entitlements. Verifying salary declarations helps workers ensure they receive their rightful benefits.
Failure to declare or underdeclare salaries can have significant consequences for workers. Benefits such as sick leave, work accident compensation, and retirement pensions are calculated based on reported salaries. Underreported salaries can result in reduced benefits, affecting workers' livelihoods. Moreover, unreported work periods can lead to difficulties in obtaining benefits, such as the Chifa card and healthcare reimbursement.
Employers are obligated to declare their employees' salaries and pay social contributions regularly. They must request affiliation within ten days of hiring and submit annual declarations of salaries and employees within 30 days of the end of the calendar year. The CNAS has agents to monitor employer declarations and enforce compliance. Workers can report discrepancies to their employers or seek assistance from the CNAS, labor inspection, or justice.
In cases of non-compliance, employers risk fines of 100,000 to 200,000 Algerian dinars per undeclared worker and potential imprisonment of two to six months. Repeat offenders face increased fines and penalties. Workers can also seek validation of unreported work periods and compensation for lost benefits through the justice system.
The CNAS campaign, launched on November 9, aims to raise awareness about the importance of accurate declarations and protect workers' rights. Workers are encouraged to regularly verify their employer's declarations to ensure their rights are safeguarded. The El-Hanaa platform provides a convenient and accessible way for workers to monitor their employer's declarations and take action if necessary.
Key points
- Workers can verify their employer's declarations online through the El-Hanaa platform.
- Accurate declarations are crucial for ensuring workers receive their rightful benefits and entitlements.
- Employers face fines and potential imprisonment for non-compliance with declaration regulations.
