Work in Estonia for a corporation based in Belarus

By Mark 12 May 2022

Can I live in Estonia and work remotely for a company in Belarus?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. Is it possible to legally work in Estonia?
    Yes, it is possible to legally work in Estonia as long as you have a valid work permit, as long as your company has a legal address in Estonia and as long as you are physically present in Estonia for at least a few days a month.

  2. Is it possible to legally work in Belarus?
    Yes, it is possible to legally work in Belarus as long as you have a valid work permit and as long as your company has a legal address in Belarus and as long as you are physically present in Belarus for at least a few days a month.

  3. What if I have a visa to live in Belarus?
    If you have a visa to live in Belarus, you can work in Belarus for a certain amount of time. The amount of time depends on your visa. For example, if you have a visa for a period of six months, you can work in Belarus for a maximum of six months.

  4. Can I work in Estonia and live in Belarus?
    Yes, it is possible to work in Estonia and live in Belarus. However, this is only possible if you have a valid visa to live in Belarus.

  5. Can I work in Belarus and live in Estonia?
    Yes, it is possible to work in Belarus and live in Estonia. However, this is only possible if you have a valid visa to live in Estonia.

How to find remote work in Belarus while living in Estonia?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Belarus even though you are located in Estonia. For that we have created a list of the best remote work in Belarus companies that are hiring in Estonia.

Top 10 Best Remote Work in Belarus Companies in Estonia

  1. Grazia
    Grazia is a travel company that provides hotel booking services. You can find the job description here.
    Requirements:
    Candidates must have a degree in tourism, hotel management, hospitality or similar.
    A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position is required.
    Experience in international travel is an advantage.
  2. ZDNet
    ZDNet is a media company that provides online news and information.
    Candidates must have a degree in IT, computer science, or similar.
    A good understanding of English is a plus.
  3. T-Mobile
    T-Mobile is a mobile network operator that provides mobile phone services.
  4. Viber

How to get paid in Estonia when working remotely for a corporation in Belarus?

You can get paid in Estonia even if you are working for a company in Belarus, however , you need to pay attention to some details.

You need to know that you can be paid in Belarus in the following cases:
If you are working in a company that is registered in Belarus.
If you are working for a company that is registered in Belarus and you are living in Estonia.
If you are living in Estonia and you are working for a company that is registered in Belarus.
If you are working for a company that is registered in Belarus and you are living in Belarus.

How do taxes work in Estonia if I’m working remotely for a company Estonia?

When working remotely in Estonia for a firm based in Belarus, taxes might be tricky, therefore I thought I would share some of my experiences.

  1. How does the Estonian tax system work?
    If you are a non-resident in Estonia, you will pay the Estonian income tax.
    If you are a resident in Estonia, you will pay the Estonian tax if you earn income in Estonia or if you live in Estonia.
    The tax rate for non-residents is 20%.
    The tax rate for residents is 25% for income from work and a flat tax rate of 15% for income from other sources.
    You can deduct the Estonian tax you pay on your tax return.
  2. What are the rules on working remotely?
    If you are a non-resident in Estonia, you can work remotely for a company in Estonia or a firm based in Estonia.
    If you are a resident in Estonia, you can work remotely for a company in Estonia or a firm based in Estonia.
    The rules on working remotely are the same as they are for Estonian residents.
  3. What are the rules on working for a company in Estonia?
    If you are a non-resident in Estonia, you can work for a company in Estonia or a firm based in Estonia.
    If you are a resident in Estonia, you can work for a company in Estonia or a firm based in Estonia.