Working in Belgium for a corporation in Zambia
Can I work remotely for a company in Zambia while being in Belgium?
It is usually doable, but we recommand to check the following key points first:
- You must have a valid Belgian visa (or residence permit)
- You must have a valid work permit for Belgium
- You must have a valid residence permit for Zambia
- You must be able to prove that you have enough money to cover your living expenses for the whole period of your stay in Zambia
- You must have a valid passport
How to get a work permit for Belgium?
In order to be able to work in Belgium, you must have a valid work permit. You can apply for a work permit in Belgium through the Belgian consulate in your country of origin.
How to get a residence permit for Zambia?
You can apply for a residence permit in Zambia through the Belgian consulate in your country of origin.
How to live in Belgium and find remote work in Zambia?
Finding remote work in Zambia if you are located in Belgium might be difficult, therefore we recommend to find a remote job in Zambia.
Zambia is a country in Southern Africa, it is a landlocked country with a total land area of 1,904,000 km2 and a population of about 15 million people. The capital of Zambia is Lusaka, the capital city.
How a company in Zambia can send my salary in Belgium?
When working remotely for a corporation in Zambia, you salary can be send to Belgium but you need to pay a commission to the company.
A Zambian company called Hitech is based in Belgium and they are looking for a person who can work remotely.
Hitech is a company that is involved in the production of software and they are looking for a person who can work from home.
Where to pay my taxes when working remotely in Belgium for a company in Zambia?
If you are working remotely in Belgium for a corporation established in Zambia, taxes could seem complicated but in fact it is not that hard. The Belgian tax system is relatively simple and the taxes you have to pay are also relatively low.
In this article, we will explain how to pay taxes when working remotely in Belgium for a company in Zambia.
How to pay taxes when working remotely in Belgium for a company in Zambia
If you work remotely in Belgium for a company established in Zambia, you will have to pay the following taxes:
Social Security contribution (AFS)
The AFS is a mandatory social security contribution that is paid by the employer. It is paid by the employer for each employee in Belgium.
The AFS is calculated on the basis of the monthly net salary (gross salary less deductions and expenses).
The AFS is not paid by the employee.
The AFS is not paid by the employee.
