Work in Senegal for a company based in Lebanon
Can I live in Senegal and work remotely for a company in Lebanon?
Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:
- The company is registered in Lebanon.
- The company is not a shell company (i.e. it has a legal address and a bank account).
- The company has an office in Lebanon, and the employees live there.
- The company has a local office in Senegal, and the employees work remotely.
Do I need a work visa in Senegal?
No, you don’t.
What is the process of obtaining a work visa in Senegal?
The process is quite simple:
- Fill out the form and pay the visa fee.
- Wait for your visa.
- Arrive at the Senegalese embassy/consulate in your country of residence.
- Arrive at the Senegalese embassy/consulate in Senegal.
- Arrive at the Senegalese consulate in your country of residence.
- Arrive at the Senegalese consulate in Senegal.
How to find remote work in Lebanon while living in Senegal?
Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Lebanon even though you are located in Senegal. For that we need to understand what Lebanon is and what Senegal is.
Lebanon and Senegal are both sovereign states and there are many similarities between them. Lebanon is a small country in the Middle East and is a member of the UN and the Arab League. It is located between Syria, Israel, Jordan and Saudi Arabia. It is the most urbanized country in the Middle East and has a population of around four million people. Senegal is a small country in West Africa and is a member of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). It is located between Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Mali, Mauritania, Niger and Burkina Faso. It is the second most urbanized country in the region and has a population of around 13 million people.
The similarities between Lebanon and Senegal are that they both have a French colonial heritage and they both speak French as their official language. The two countries are also both Christian and Muslim majority countries. They both have an active tourism industry, the average temperature is the same and they both have a very similar culture. The main difference between the two countries is that Lebanon is a small country while Senegal is a small country with a very large population.
In Lebanon, it is very easy to find remote jobs and freelancing work as there are many companies that hire freelancers. Many companies have a freelancing section on their website and there are also many freelance communities that can help you find a remote job.
How to get paid in Senegal when working remotely for a corporation in Lebanon?
You can get paid in Senegal even if you are working for a company in Lebanon, however , you will have to pay for the transfer of your salary to Senegal. The transfer of your salary to Senegal is done by the Lebanese bank of your company, and it is the responsibility of the company to pay the transfer fees.
You can get paid in Senegal even if you are working for a company in Lebanon, however, you will have to pay for the transfer of your salary to Senegal.
How do taxes work in Senegal if I’m working remotely for a company Senegal?
When working remotely in Senegal for a firm based in Lebanon, taxes might be tricky, therefore you need to be aware of what you are liable to pay and what you may be exempt from.
Taxes in Senegal
There are two main taxes that you should be aware of when working remotely in Senegal: the social security and the income tax.
Social Security Tax
Social security tax is a tax that is charged on all employees in Senegal. It is collected from the employee and paid by the employer.
The social security tax rate is set at 15% and is charged on the gross salary of the employee.
Income Tax
Income tax is a tax that is charged on income earned by individuals and companies in Senegal.
The income tax rate is set at 30% and is charged on the net income of the individual.
If you are working remotely for a firm based in Senegal, you will be liable to pay the social security tax.
