Live in Germany while having a job in Sri Lanka

Can I live in Germany and work remotely for a company in Sri Lanka?

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

  1. Are you allowed to work in Germany?
  2. Are you allowed to work for a company in Sri Lanka?
  3. Are you allowed to work remotely for a company in Sri Lanka?

It is important to note that the answer to the above questions will vary from country to country and from company to company.
In Germany, it is possible to work for a company that is located outside of Germany. However, it is not possible to work for a company that is located in a country that is not a member of the European Union (EU).
In Sri Lanka, it is possible to work for a company that is located outside of Sri Lanka. However, it is not possible to work for a company that is located in a country that is not a member of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).

How to find remote work in Sri Lanka while living in Germany?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Sri Lanka even though you are located in Germany. For that we have a few tips that can help you.

  1. Stay in touch with your friends and family
    It is always easier to find remote jobs in Sri Lanka if you are in touch with your friends and family. In the past, it was easier to find remote jobs in Sri Lanka if you were located in the capital Colombo. Nowadays, it is not so easy to find remote jobs in Sri Lanka. The reason is that many companies are looking for people in the cities. You should not be discouraged by this fact. You should just try to find remote jobs in Sri Lanka.
  2. Start with the best known companies
    It is very likely that you already know the companies that are the best known in Sri Lanka. You should start with these companies. If you are located in Germany, it is also a good idea to start with the companies that are located in Germany.
  3. Use LinkedIn
    You should use LinkedIn to find remote jobs in Sri Lanka. You can use the search function to find companies that are located in Sri Lanka. It is possible that you already know some of these companies. If you do not know any of them, you can also use the search function.
  4. Use the search function
    If you are located in Germany, it is possible that you already know the companies that are the best known in Sri Lanka. You can use the search function to find them.

How to get paid in Germany when working remotely for a corporation in Sri Lanka?

You can get paid in Germany even if you are working for a company in Sri Lanka, however , if you are working from a home office, you might not be able to get paid in Germany. But you can get paid in Germany if you are working for a company in Germany.

How to get paid in Germany when working for a corporation in Sri Lanka?
You can get paid in Germany even if you are working for a company in Sri Lanka, however, if you are working from a home office, you might not be able to get paid in Germany.

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

When working remotely in Germany for a firm based in Sri Lanka, taxes might be tricky, therefore I’d like to ask for your help. I’m working as a freelancer in Germany, but I’m based in Sri Lanka. I’m not sure if I’m entitled to any tax benefits in Germany. I’m not a German citizen, but I’m living in Germany and I have a German bank account. I’m not sure if I can claim any tax benefits in Germany.