Live in Belarus while having a job in Finland

Can I work remotely in Belarus for a company in Finland?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

  1. If you are planning to work in Belarus for a company in Finland, you should be aware that Belarus is not a member of the European Union and therefore, you will not be entitled to the same benefits as a citizen of an EU country.
  2. If you are a citizen of a country which is not a member of the European Union, you will not be entitled to the same benefits as a citizen of an EU country.
  3. If you are a citizen of an EU country, you are entitled to the same benefits as a citizen of any other EU country.
  4. If you are a citizen of a non-EU country, you will not be entitled to the same benefits as a citizen of an EU country.

How can I find a remote job in Finland while living in Belarus?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Finland even if you are located in Belarus, for that we have a few tips.

The main thing is to have a good knowledge of the Finnish language. This is the most important skill for a job in Finland. If you can speak Finnish, you will have a great advantage. The Finnish language is very similar to Russian, so if you speak Russian, you will find it very easy to learn Finnish.
We have a few tips to help you find a job in Finland.
Find a Finnish company
You can find a lot of companies in Finland that are looking for new employees. If you are a freelancer, you can find a lot of companies that are looking for freelancers.

How can I get paid in Belarus when working remotely for a company in Finland?

It is possible to get paid in Belarus while working for a company in Finland but you will have to pay taxes in Finland.

Belarus is a country in Eastern Europe. It is located between Russia, Ukraine, Poland and Lithuania. The capital city of Belarus is Minsk.
Belarus is a member of the European Union. Belarus is a democratic country.

Will I pay taxes in Belarus or Finland when working remotely in Belarus?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Belarus for a corporation in Finland, so it’s important to know the rules.

Taxes in Belarus
Belarus has a flat tax system, which means that all income is taxed at the same rate, regardless of where it is earned.
Belarus is a member of the European Union, so it’s part of the European Union’s common tax system, which means that Belarusians are subject to the same rules as other EU citizens when it comes to taxes.
Belarusians are subject to the following taxes:
VAT
Tax on Income
Social Security
Tax on Property
Tax on Business
Tax on Capital Gains
Tax on Profits
Tax on Capital
Belarusians pay a 15% tax on all income earned in Belarus.
Belarusians are also subject to the following taxes on their worldwide income:
Belarusians pay a 25% tax on all income earned outside of Belarus.