Compliantly move and pay employees in Sao Tome And Principe.
No in-country entity needed.
Breedj offers global mobility solutions in Sao Tome and Principe. Through the Breedj platform, businesses of all sizes can compliantly relocate and pay local nationals and expats alike.
Our platform provides a range of solutions that simplifies the processes, allowing your business to operate seamlessly and in full compliance with local employment laws.
Considering an expansion into São Tomé and Príncipe is a forward-thinking move. While the market is relatively unexplored, it brims with opportunities particularly in eco-tourism and agriculture. The islands boast a rich biodiversity, making them a haven for eco-tourism prospects. In contrast, the agricultural sector remains underdeveloped but offers potential rewards for agribusiness investments.
Our global employment platform handles global mobility in Sao Tome and Principe, allowing you to seamlessly manage your newly relocated workforce.
Immigration protocols in São Tomé and Príncipe can be navigated smoothly if you’re aware of the country’s unique regulations and legal expectations. Foreign nationals are generally required to secure a work visa, often necessitating sponsorship from a local São Toméan entity.
São Tomé and Príncipe dobra (STN)
São Tomé
219,000 (2021)
Central Africa
GMT+0
Portuguese
By partnering with Breedj, you can eliminate the need to establish an in-country entity, and thus, saving valuable time and resources while benefiting from our local expertise to guarantee full compliance for your business operations.
Our platform has been designed to seamlessly take care of every aspect of the local employment environment, while you focus on your core operations.
We handle employment contracts for both global employees and contractors.
Breedj ensures full compliance with your workers' local labor laws.
Our platform ensures accurate and timely international salary payments.
Leverage Breedj's extensive expertise to navigate diverse employment laws.
Breedj handles tax & mandatory contributions as required by local labor laws.
Your workers are paid in their local currency, directly to their bank account.
Navigating São Tomé and Príncipe’s income tax structure is imperative for global organizations planning to set up there. The country employs a tiered tax system, with personal income tax rates progressing to a maximum of 25%. On the corporate side, different tax rates are applied depending on a company’s annual income. It is a multi-layered tax environment that requires meticulous planning and understanding.
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Become part of a collective effort to shape a more sustainable world and directly contribute to the United Nations Development Goals (SDGs).
Value-Added Tax (VAT) is a significant facet of São Tomé and Príncipe’s taxation regime, and understanding it is essential for successful business operations. The country levies a standard VAT rate of 17%, but also offers exemptions and reduced rates for specific goods and services. Knowing when and how these reductions can be applied is critical for your financial planning and operational efficiency.
54 countries
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Supports multiple currencies
Onboard workers in less than 24 hours
Breedj streamlined our global hiring process, making it easy to find and pay remote talents. Our team loves how the platform handles payments and compliance.
Breedj stands out as the preferred global employment solutions provider for several reasons, offering organizations a competitive edge with a range of scalable global employment solutions.
Drastically reduce administrative and overhead costs related to managing global employees.
Stay up to date with the ever changing global legislations, policies and local labor laws.
Get direct access to our global employment experts to mitigate legal risks and penalties.
Bypass the complexities associated with establishing a branch office or in-country.
Encourage growth and uplift lesser served regions by giving a job to talented remote professionals.
Directly support at least four sustainable development goals, simply by using our platform.