Work in Serbia for a company based in Portugal

Can I work remotely in Serbia for a company in Portugal?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

  1. The company you want to work for is registered in Portugal and is registered in the country where you want to work.
  2. You need to have a work permit for Portugal.
  3. You need to have a work permit for Serbia.

What is the procedure for working in Serbia?
The procedure to work in Serbia is the same as the procedure to work in any other European country.

I am a citizen of the European Union, can I work in Serbia?
Yes, you can work in Serbia.

Can I work in Serbia without a work permit?
Yes, you can work in Serbia without a work permit, but you need to comply with the following conditions:

  1. You need to be registered in the country where you want to work.
  2. You need to have a work permit for the country where you want to work.

How can I find a remote job in Portugal while living in Serbia?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Portugal even if you are located in Serbia, for that we will see how to do it in this article.

What is a remote job?
A remote job is a job that is not in the same location as the person who is doing it. For example, a remote job could be a job in a different country, a job in a different state or a job in a different city.
The main advantage of a remote job is that you can work from anywhere in the world, and this is something that you can not do in a normal job.
When you work from home, you can do it from your bed, from your couch or from your favorite chair. You can work in the morning, in the afternoon or even at night, and this is something that you can not do in a normal job.
If you are a remote worker, you can choose the hours that you want to work and you can decide when you want to work. You can work when you want and you can take your time to do your work.

What are the advantages of a remote job?
The main advantage of a remote job is that you can work from anywhere in the world. You can work from your bed, from your couch or from your favorite chair.

How can I get paid in Serbia when working remotely for a company in Portugal?

It is possible to get paid in Serbia while working for a company in Portugal but it is not very easy.

If you are a freelancer, it is possible to get paid in Serbia while working remotely for a company in Portugal, but you will need to be very careful when you sign the contract. You should be aware that there are some legal risks involved in doing this.
If you are a company, it is possible to pay in Serbia while working remotely for a company in Portugal, but the process will be a bit different.
If you want to know how to get paid in Serbia when working remotely for a company in Portugal, then read the following article.
How to get paid in Serbia while working remotely for a company in Portugal
I’ve been working remotely for a company in Portugal for the last six months. I’ve been working for them on a full time basis. I have been paid in Serbia for the last six months.

Will I pay taxes in Serbia or Portugal when working remotely in Serbia?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Serbia for a corporation in Portugal, so we have prepared a guide to help you understand your tax obligations and make the most of your tax-free salary.

Taxation is the responsibility of the national government of the country in which you reside. The national government of Serbia levies a flat tax on all income, ranging from 20% to 45% depending on the type of income. The national government of Portugal levies a flat tax on all income, ranging from 8% to 33% depending on the type of income.
As a non-resident of Serbia, you are considered a resident of the country where you work. Therefore, you must pay taxes on your income in the country where you reside. If you work for a company that is incorporated in Portugal, you will pay taxes on your income in Serbia and Portugal.
Tax rates are subject to change. However, we have prepared a guide to help you understand your tax obligations and make the most of your tax-free salary.
Serbia
Serbia is a flat-rate tax system, with a flat income tax rate of 20%.
Portugal
Portugal is a flat-rate tax system, with a flat income tax rate of 8%.
Tax-Free Salary
In Serbia, you are considered a resident of the country where you work.