Living in Tanzania while working in Cuba

Can I work remotely for a company in Cuba while being in Tanzania?

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

  1. You will need to have a Cuban ID, a Tanzanian ID and a tourist visa.
  2. You will need to be in the country of residence at least for one month before you start working.
  3. You will need to be in the country of residence for the entire period of your contract.
  4. You will need to be able to communicate in Spanish, English and Swahili.
  5. You will need to be able to work in a professional environment.
  6. You will need to be able to work on a computer.

How to live in Tanzania and find remote work in Cuba?

Finding remote work in Cuba if you are located in Tanzania might be difficult, therefore we recommend you to find remote work in Cuba if you are located in Cuba.

In this article we will try to give you some tips on how to find remote work in Cuba if you are located in Tanzania.
Cuba is a small island located in the Caribbean Sea. It is the second largest island in the Caribbean, after Hispaniola. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Gulf of Mexico to the west. The island of Cuba is divided into 11 provinces, and it is the smallest country in the Caribbean.
The capital of Cuba is Havana, which is the largest city in the country. The official language of Cuba is Spanish, and the most spoken language is Cuban Spanish.
Cuba is a communist state. The country is run by a communist government and has a centralized system. The Cuban government is headed by the Council of State.

How a company in Cuba can send my salary in Tanzania?

When working remotely for a corporation in Cuba, you salary can be send to Tanzania but it is a bit of a hassle.

The Cuban government has blocked the use of money transfer services like Western Union and MoneyGram.
A company in Cuba can send my salary in Tanzania.

Where to pay my taxes when working remotely in Tanzania for a company in Cuba?

If you are working remotely in Tanzania for a corporation established in Cuba, taxes could seem complicated but in fact they are not. You may be surprised to learn that the taxes you pay in Tanzania are the same as the taxes you pay in Cuba.

How to calculate the taxes I need to pay in Tanzania?
You will need to know how much you are making and the taxes you pay in Cuba. You will also need to know how much you will be taxed in Tanzania.
Example:
Let’s say that you are a resident of Tanzania and you are earning $2,000 per month. You are also working remotely for a company in Cuba that is paying you $3,000 per month.
In Cuba you are taxed at a rate of 30%. So, $3,000 x 30% = $900.
In Tanzania, you are taxed at a rate of 45%. So, $2,000 x 45% = $900.
So, $900 + $900 = $1,800.
If you are working in Tanzania for a company established in Cuba, the tax rates in Tanzania and Cuba are the same.

How to calculate the taxes I need to pay in Cuba?
You will need to know how much you are making and the taxes you pay in Tanzania.