Work in Slovakia for a corporation based in Belgium

Can I live in Slovakia and work remotely for a company in Belgium?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. If you are a freelancer, you need to be a registered freelancer in the country where you wish to work.
  2. If you are a company, you need to be registered in the country where you wish to hire the freelancer.
  3. If you are a freelancer and wish to work for a company in another country, you need to be registered in the country where the company is registered.
  4. You need to have a valid work permit or work visa for the country where you wish to work.
  5. You need to have a valid work permit or work visa for the country where the company is registered.

How to find remote work in Belgium while living in Slovakia?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Belgium even though you are located in Slovakia. For that we have to understand the way the remote work market works in Belgium.

There are a lot of remote jobs in Belgium. However, not all of them are suitable for you if you are living in Slovakia. The reason is that you don’t need to be in Belgium to apply for them. You can apply from anywhere in the world.
As long as you have a working internet connection, you can apply for remote jobs in Belgium. This is true even if you live in a small town or in a remote area.
Finding Remote Jobs in Belgium
Belgium has a lot of companies that are looking for remote workers.
If you are looking for a remote job in Belgium, the first thing you need to do is to find a remote job site. There are many of them, but the best one is indeed Elance.
You can find the best remote job sites here.
Another option is to use one of the freelancing sites. If you are a freelancer, you can find a lot of remote job opportunities on the freelance sites.
When you apply for remote jobs in Belgium, you will be asked to complete a form with your resume and some information about your skills and experience.
You can also upload a portfolio if you want.
After that, you will be contacted by the company that is looking for a remote worker.

How to get paid in Slovakia when working remotely for a corporation in Belgium?

You can get paid in Slovakia even if you are working for a company in Belgium, however you will have to pay a fee for the transfer.

You can get paid in Slovakia if you are working for a company in Belgium, however, you will have to pay a fee for the transfer.
You can get paid in Slovakia even if you are working for a company in Belgium, however, you will have to pay a fee for the transfer.

How do taxes work in Slovakia if I’m working remotely for a company Slovakia?

When working remotely in Slovakia for a firm based in Belgium, taxes might be tricky, therefore it is important to understand the taxation system in Slovakia.

The tax system in Slovakia is quite simple, but there are some exceptions.
Slovakia is a member of the EU, so its tax system is the same as the EU’s. This means that Slovaks pay a flat rate of 22% on their income.
The tax system in Slovakia is based on a three-tier system:
Personal Income Tax (PIT)
Social Security Tax (SSK)
Value Added Tax (VAT)
Personal Income Tax
Personal Income Tax is the lowest tax and is applicable to everyone.
The personal income tax is calculated as a percentage of the total income of the person.

The personal income tax rate is 22% for individuals and 24% for married couples.