Work in Japan for a company in Ethiopia

Can I live in Japan and work remotely for a company in Ethiopia?

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

  1. Can you get a visa?
  2. Do you have a valid passport and visa?
  3. Do you have a current, valid work visa?
  4. Are you allowed to work for that company?
  5. Are you able to travel back and forth?

The good news is that if you are able to get a visa, you can then apply for a working visa. However, if you cannot get a visa, you can only work under a student visa, which has a different set of rules.
In this article, we will go over how to get a visa and work in Japan.

What Is A Work Visa?
The first thing you need to know is that you need a visa to enter Japan. So, you need to check if you are able to get a visa.
The visa is usually issued by the Japanese consulate in your home country. If you are able to get a visa, you need to fill out an application and pay the visa fee.
After you have the visa, you can enter Japan.
You can apply for a work visa after you have entered Japan.
A work visa is issued by the Japanese Immigration Bureau. The visa can be applied for after you have entered Japan, but you need to be able to prove that you are working for the company you want to work for.

How to find remote work in Ethiopia while living in Japan?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Ethiopia even though you are located in Japan. For that we have some tips to help you find remote work in Ethiopia.

How to find remote work in Ethiopia?
It is possible to find remote work in Ethiopia. You just need to know where to look.
If you have a technical background, you can look for remote jobs in Ethiopia through online platforms such as Upwork, Freelancer, and Guru.
If you are a non-technical person, you can find remote jobs in Ethiopia through local companies.
Finding remote work in Ethiopia is possible if you know where to look.

How to get paid in Japan when working remotely for a corporation in Ethiopia?

You can get paid in Japan even if you are working for a company in Ethiopia, however , it will be a bit of a hassle to get paid.

You can get paid in Japan even if you are working for a company in Ethiopia, however, it will be a bit of a hassle to get paid.
If you are working for a Japanese corporation and you are in Ethiopia, you will be able to get paid in Japan.
It is possible to get paid in Japan for working remotely for a Japanese corporation in Ethiopia.

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

When working remotely in Japan for a firm based in Ethiopia, taxes might be tricky, therefore , we’ll discuss what taxes are in Japan, how they are calculated, and how they can be avoided.

Japanese Taxation in a Nutshell
In Japan, income tax is levied at a flat rate of 31% on the first ¥1,000,000 (roughly $10,000) and 31.5% on the next ¥1,000,000 (roughly $10,000).
In addition to the income tax, Japan also levies a consumption tax of 8% on almost all goods and services.
The consumption tax is levied on the first ¥1,000,000 (roughly $10,000) of the total taxable income, and is calculated based on the total income, and not the individual income.
In addition, the consumption tax is also levied on the first ¥1,000,000 (roughly $10,000) of the total taxable income, and is calculated based on the total income, and not the individual income.
The consumption tax is calculated on a sliding scale based on the total income, and not the individual income.