Living in Russia while working in Senegal
Can I live in Russia and work remotely for a company in Senegal?
Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:
- You should check whether your employer is a qualified company to work in Russia (check the company’s website, and the status of their company in the Russian Government’s database of companies with business licenses).
- You should check whether your employer has a business license in Russia, and whether they have been issued a permit to work in Russia.
- You should check whether your employer has a business license in your home country.
- You should check whether you have the necessary documents to work in Russia.
- You should check whether your employer is a legitimate company, and not a scam.
I have a green card, but I was born in America. Can I work in Russia? Yes, you can work in Russia, but you should check the following points:
I have a working visa in Russia, but I was born in America.
How to find remote work in Senegal while living in Russia?
Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Senegal even though you are located in Russia. For that we need to understand the local market and find the best way to sell our services.
In this article, I will show you how to find remote work in Senegal.
Why Senegal?
Senegal is a country in West Africa, with a population of 12 million people. It is a beautiful country with a tropical climate and the capital Dakar is located in the western part of the country.
Senegal is a country with a very high GDP per capita (US$12,500) and a very high literacy rate (99.9%).
How to get paid in Russia when working remotely for a corporation in Senegal?
You can get paid in Russia even if you are working for a company in Senegal, however , you should know that you will need to be very careful about the payments and taxes that you will be charged.
Most of the time, companies in Russia will pay for the salaries of their employees in Senegal by transferring the money through a local bank. However, there are times when the salaries will be paid through the local currency, and this can be very confusing for the employee.
The problem is that if the employee is not careful, they can be charged with an extra tax on their salary. Therefore, it is important that you know exactly how to get paid in Russia and what to do if your employer is paying you in the local currency.
Why Get Paid in Russia?
Before we get into the process of how to get paid in Russia, it is important to understand why your employer is paying you in the local currency. The most common reason is that they are paying for the services that you provide in Senegal.
For example, if you are working for a company that has a factory in Senegal, they will be paying you in the local currency. However, if you are working for a company that has a branch in Senegal, they will be paying you in the local currency.
How do taxes work in Russia if I’m working remotely for a company Russia?
When working remotely in Russia for a firm based in Senegal, taxes might be tricky, therefore you should have a proper look at the tax legislation for the country you reside in.
The Russian tax system is quite simple. All you need to know is what you need to pay the taxman. If you are employed by a Russian company, you pay a fixed rate of income tax and a flat rate of value added tax.
Russia’s tax system is based on the principle of a flat rate. The tax rate for income is 15% and the flat rate for VAT is 23% for the year of 2017.
What is income?
Income in Russia is defined as the net sum of your income, minus your expenses.
What are expenses?
In Russia, expenses include all the money you pay for living and working. The amount of expenses you pay is not limited, so you can spend as much as you want.
Income tax in Russia
Income tax in Russia is a fixed rate of 15% for the year of 2017. This is the same rate for both salary and dividends. The tax rate is calculated as follows:
15% of the net income
Income tax is calculated on the net income. In case of a net loss, you don’t pay any income tax.
