Work in Portugal for a company in Botswana
Can I work remotely for a company in Botswana while being in Portugal?
It is usually doable, but we recommand to check the following key points first:
- Do you have a work permit?
- Do you have a residence permit?
- Do you have a bank account in Portugal?
- Do you have a health insurance?
- Do you have a Portuguese driver’s license?
- Do you have a Portuguese bank account?
How to live in Portugal and find remote work in Botswana?
Finding remote work in Botswana if you are located in Portugal might be difficult, therefore we recommend you to consider working in another country. This is a list of countries that are a great alternative to Portugal if you are a digital nomad.
Portugal is one of the most beautiful countries in the world and it’s a paradise for digital nomads. But if you are located in Portugal, you are probably not very happy with the cost of living and the difficulty of finding remote work. Therefore, we recommend you to look for work in other countries.
In this post, we will present you the best countries that are a great alternative to Portugal if you are a digital nomad.
- Botswana
Botswana is a country located in the southern part of Africa. The country is very poor and the economy is based on tourism, mining and agriculture.
The country is also very open to foreigners, therefore, you can find a job in Botswana with a lower salary than in Portugal.
In Botswana, the cost of living is very low and the average salary is about $500 per month.
If you want to live in a tropical country with the best beaches, Botswana is a great option. - Indonesia
Indonesia is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. The country is located in South East Asia.
The economy of Indonesia is based on tourism, services and agriculture.
How a company in Botswana can send my salary in Portugal?
When working remotely for a corporation in Botswana, you salary can be send to Portugal but you have to do it yourself. This is a great opportunity for a remote worker to earn more money in Portugal.
I have been working as a remote worker for a corporation in Botswana for the past two years. I have been working from my home office in Portugal since November 2014. My salary is sent to Botswana and I have to send it back to Portugal.
How to earn more money in Portugal?
The first thing you need to do is to find a company that pays you in Botswana and you can send your salary to Portugal.
Where to pay my taxes when working remotely in Portugal for a company in Botswana?
If you are working remotely in Portugal for a corporation established in Botswana, taxes could seem complicated but in fact it is quite easy.
The rules for tax in Portugal for working remotely for a company in Botswana are the same as the ones for a Portuguese company.
The main difference is that you will have to file the taxes in Portugal.
The company in Botswana will file the taxes in Botswana.
In both cases, you will need to file your taxes through the Portuguese tax agency (IRPF).
The IRPF is the same for both countries.
