Working in the US for a corporation in Tanzania

Can I live in the US and work remotely for a company in Tanzania?

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

  1. You will need to be in the US for at least 90 days per year.
  2. You will need to be able to prove that you have a good US bank account.
  3. You will need to be able to prove that you have a good US credit card.
  4. You will need to have a good US phone number.
  5. You will need to have a good US email address.
  6. You will need to be able to prove that you are legally allowed to work in the US.
  7. You will need to be able to prove that you have a valid US driver’s license.
  8. You will need to be able to prove that you have a valid US passport.
  9. You will need to be able to prove that you have a valid US visa.
  10. You will need to be able to prove that you have the necessary funds to cover your expenses while in the US.

What are the requirements for a US visa?
The requirements for a US visa depend on the type of visa you are applying for. The most common type of visa is the H-1B visa, which is used by people who want to work in the US. The other type of visa is the L-1 visa, which is used by people who want to work in the US on a temporary basis.

How to find remote work in Tanzania while living in the US?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Tanzania even though you are located in the US. For that we will explain the steps to follow in order to get remote jobs in Tanzania.

You can also find the best remote jobs in Tanzania here.
Remote work in Tanzania – getting hired
If you are a Tanzanian citizen and you want to work remotely in Tanzania, you have to apply to the Tanzanian embassy or consulate in your country.
You will need to fill out a form and send it to the embassy. This form will include your CV, your work experience and your current salary.
After you have applied, you will need to wait for your application to be reviewed.
After your application is reviewed, you will need to go to the Tanzanian embassy or consulate in person to have an interview with the immigration officer.
During the interview, you will be asked a series of questions about your skills, your education, your experience and your work.
The immigration officer will decide if you are eligible for a work visa.
After you get your visa, you will need to pay the visa fees, which are between USD 300 and USD 1000.
The visa will be valid for three months, after which you will need to apply for a new visa.

How to find remote work in Tanzania?
The best way to find remote work in Tanzania is to do a remote job search.
You can do this by searching for remote jobs in Tanzania on job boards.

How to get paid in the US when working remotely for a corporation in Tanzania?

You can get paid in the US even if you are working for a company in Tanzania, however , you will need to pay taxes on your US salary.

If you are an American citizen, you are eligible to work for a US company in Tanzania. If you are a non-US citizen, you are not eligible to work for a US company in Tanzania.
You can work for a US company in Tanzania if you are an employee or an independent contractor. If you are a freelancer, you are not eligible to work for a US company in Tanzania.
You can work for a US company in Tanzania if you are a citizen of a country that has a free trade agreement with the United States.

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

When working remotely in the US for a firm based in Tanzania, taxes might be tricky, therefore , it is vital that you know the tax rules before you start working in the US.

If you are working remotely in the US for a firm based in Tanzania, the US federal government requires you to pay taxes on your earnings.
You will have to pay taxes on your earnings regardless of where you are working.
But, if you are working remotely in the US for a firm based in Tanzania, the US federal government requires you to pay taxes on your earnings.
So, if you are working remotely in the US for a firm based in Tanzania, you will have to pay taxes on your earnings.
In the US, you will have to pay taxes on your earnings whether you are working for a company or self-employed.