Live in Russia while having a job in Ethiopia

By Mark 11 April 2022

Can I work remotely for a company in Ethiopia while being in Russia?

It is usually doable, but we recommand to check the following key points first:

  1. Visa
  2. Taxes
  3. Remote working laws
  4. Payment laws
  5. Traveling
  6. Time zones
  7. Working hours

You need to check the following points:

  1. You need a visa to work in Ethiopia. You can apply for a tourist visa, which is valid for 30 days, or an e-visa, which is valid for 6 months. If you are an Ethiopian citizen, you can apply for an e-visa within 48 hours. If you are a non-Ethiopian citizen, you can apply for an e-visa within 3 days.
  2. The taxes in Ethiopia are 10%. If you are a freelancer, you will be taxed on the basis of your country of residence.
  3. There are no remote working laws in Ethiopia, but you are not allowed to work in Ethiopia without a work permit.
  4. The payment laws in Ethiopia are very strict. You are not allowed to work without a work permit. You are also not allowed to work without a work permit in Ethiopia. You can work without a work permit, but the maximum income you are allowed to earn is 20,000 birr (about $6,000).
  5. You can travel to Ethiopia with a tourist visa, but you are not allowed to work.
  6. The time zones in Ethiopia are UTC+3.

How to live in Russia and find remote work in Ethiopia?

Finding remote work in Ethiopia if you are located in Russia might be difficult, therefore we recommend you to use our guide to find remote work in Ethiopia.

Ethiopia is one of the most amazing countries in the world. It is a country in East Africa, located between the tropic of Cancer and the equator. The country is home to one of the oldest civilizations in the world, the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church.
Ethiopia is one of the most diverse countries in Africa, and it has a fascinating history. The country has a rich culture and it is home to many unique traditions and unique ethnic groups.
The country is one of the most interesting countries in Africa and it has a lot of interesting facts. Here is a list of 10 interesting facts about Ethiopia:
10. The oldest human-made structure in Ethiopia is the Neolithic village of Gona. It was built about 12,000 years ago and is located in the Tigray region.
9. Ethiopia is the second-largest country in Africa and it has a population of over 100 million.
8. Ethiopia is one of the poorest countries in the world. In 2017, the country was ranked 134th out of 186 countries on the Human Development Index, which measures the quality of life.
7. Ethiopia is one of the most politically stable countries in Africa. The country has been peaceful since the government of Emperor Haile Selassie I was overthrown by a military coup in 1974.

How a company in Ethiopia can send my salary in Russia?

When working remotely for a corporation in Ethiopia, you salary can be send to Russia but you will have to pay the taxes.

How can I pay my taxes in Russia if I work from Russia?
If you are working from Russia, you can pay your taxes in Russia. You will have to file a Russian tax return and pay the taxes.

Where to pay my taxes when working remotely in Russia for a company in Ethiopia?

If you are working remotely in Russia for a corporation established in Ethiopia, taxes could seem complicated but in fact , it is not that difficult.

I am writing this article to help you with the process of filing your taxes in Russia if you are working remotely in Russia for a company in Ethiopia.

What are the taxes in Russia?
I have already written a post about what taxes are in Russia. In short, there are income and property taxes. Income tax is paid on your salary, and property tax is paid on your real estate.
It is important to note that the amount of tax you pay is determined by the amount of your income. If you make less than $2,500 per month, you will pay no taxes at all. If you make more than that, you will pay a flat rate of 15% on the first $2,500 of your income and a flat rate of 25% on the remaining income.