Live in Namibia while having a job in Norway

Can I live in Namibia and work remotely for a company in Norway?

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

  1. The Norwegian company is willing to hire a Namibian.
  2. You are willing to move to Namibia and live there for a while.
  3. You have the required skills.
  4. You can prove your skills, knowledge and experience.

What is the minimum working time for a remote job?
We usually recommend that you work at least 8 hours a day. We are flexible and can work with you, however, this is our usual recommendation.

What is the minimum salary for a remote job?
We usually recommend that you make at least €20 per hour.

How can I get paid?
We usually recommend that you get paid by bank transfer. You can choose between bank transfer, Paypal or Western Union.

How to find remote work in Norway while living in Namibia?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Norway even though you are located in Namibia. For that we have compiled a list of all the remote jobs that are available in Norway.

Most of the remote jobs that are available in Norway are suitable for freelancers, consultants, and remote workers.
However, there are some remote jobs that are only available for professionals working in the oil and gas sector.
Remote Jobs in Norway
Freelancing
Freelancing is one of the most common ways to find remote work in Norway.
There are several freelance platforms in Norway.
Here are some of the best platforms for freelancers in Norway.
Freelancer.com
Freelancer.com is one of the biggest freelancing platforms in the world.
They have more than 4 million users and over 100,000 new freelancers join every month.
Freelancer.com has an online marketplace that connects freelancers with clients.
You can browse the freelancing jobs on the website and apply for them.
Freelancer.com also has a marketplace for hiring freelancers.
Freelancers can also apply for freelance jobs directly on the website.
They also have a marketplace for freelancers in Norway.
Freelancer.com has a referral program.
If you refer a freelancer to Freelancer.com, you can get a percentage of their earnings.
Freelancer.

How to get paid in Namibia when working remotely for a corporation in Norway?

You can get paid in Namibia even if you are working for a company in Norway, however , the process is a bit different.

If you are working remotely for a company in Norway, the easiest way to get paid in Namibia is to have your company send you a salary in Namibia, and then pay you the Namibian money in your Namibian bank account.
If you are working in Norway and your company is paying you in Norway, you can still get paid in Namibia, but the process is a bit more complicated.
In this article, we will go over how to get paid in Namibia when working for a company in Norway.
When working remotely for a company in Norway, the easiest way to get paid in Namibia is to have your company send you a salary in Namibia, and then pay you the Namibian money in your Namibian bank account.
However, if you are working for a company in Norway, the process is a bit different.

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

When working remotely in Namibia for a firm based in Norway, taxes might be tricky, therefore it is essential that you are aware of the implications of your work in Namibia.

Taxation is the process of collecting money from people in Namibia. Taxes are due on income earned in Namibia. Taxes can be deducted from your Namibian earnings or they can be withheld from your overseas earnings.
The Namibian government has its own tax laws. These laws are usually aligned with the laws of the country where you are employed. This means that the Namibian government is likely to tax you differently to how the Namibian government would tax an employee working in Namibia.
In the Namibian tax system, income is taxed at different rates depending on the type of income you earn. Income from your business is taxed at a different rate than income from a job.
There are different types of income that are taxable. Some types of income are not taxable, for example, dividends. Dividends are the portion of your company’s profits that are distributed to shareholders. The Namibian government does not tax dividends.
If you are employed, you can deduct the amount of taxes you pay from your Namibian earnings. If you are self-employed, you can deduct the amount of taxes you pay from your overseas earnings.
Tax rates
The Namibian government has two types of tax rates. There are personal tax rates and company tax rates.
Personal tax rates