Global Mobility Solutions
Senegal Global Mobility Services
Compliantly move and pay employees in Senegal.
No in-country entity needed.
Breedj offers global mobility solutions in Senegal. 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.
Moving your employees to Senegal
Senegal presents an exciting prospect for international businesses seeking to expand their operations. As a rapidly growing economy in West Africa, Senegal boasts a stable political environment and a strategic geographical location, making it an attractive destination for foreign investment.
The country benefits from a diversified economy, with strong sectors including mining, tourism, and agriculture. Additionally, the emerging tech scene and digital infrastructure offer promising opportunities for businesses in the IT and digital industries.
Senegal’s political stability, underpinned by a strong democratic tradition, fosters an environment conducive to business growth. This stability ensures predictability and security for your business operations.
The official language of Senegal is French, but English is increasingly being spoken, particularly in business circles. This linguistic diversity can facilitate smooth communication for international businesses.
Key immigration facts about Senegal
Navigating the immigration process is a crucial aspect of relocating employees to a foreign country. In Senegal, the process is governed by specific regulations that require thorough understanding and careful handling. At Breedj, we possess the expertise to guide you through this process efficiently and compliantly.
There are several visa types that allow foreign nationals to enter Senegal, depending on the purpose and duration of the stay. For those planning to work in the country, a work permit is mandatory.
The most common types of work permits issued in Senegal are local-hire work permits and assignment work permits. The choice between these depends on various factors, including the employee’s qualifications, the nature of the work, and its duration. Breedj’s experts are skilled in evaluating these variables to secure the most appropriate permit for your employees.
For short-term business activities such as contract negotiations, conference attendance, business meetings, training seminars, or professional networking, the Senegalese government issues business visas.
For long-term employees, a work permit is essential. As part of our comprehensive service offering, Breedj manages this process, ensuring that your employees are legally compliant with Senegal’s immigration regulations.
Country fact sheet
West African CFA franc (XOF)
Dakar
17.1 million (2021)
West Africa
GMT+0
French
Compliance guaranteed
Breedj's local employment expertise in Senegal
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.
Employment contracts
We handle employment contracts for both global employees and contractors.
Guaranteed compliance
Breedj ensures full compliance with your workers' local labor laws.
Global payroll
Our platform ensures accurate and timely international salary payments.
Legal expertise
Leverage Breedj's extensive expertise to navigate diverse employment laws.
Tax & contributions
Breedj handles tax & mandatory contributions as required by local labor laws.
Multiple currencies
Your workers are paid in their local currency, directly to their bank account.
Income Tax in Senegal
Tax compliance is a significant aspect of operating a business overseas, and understanding the local tax regulations is essential. In Senegal, the income tax structure is progressive, meaning the tax rate increases as the taxable income increases.
Senegalese tax residents are subject to tax on their worldwide income, regardless of where it’s generated. Moreover, any salary earned for work performed in Senegal, or for an employer established in the country, is subject to income tax.
The Personal Income Tax (PIT) is applied to the taxable income of individuals, including net salaries. The tax calculation uses a system of income splitting, where the income is divided into shares (personal allowances). Each share is taxed at progressive rates, and the total tax payable is calculated by multiplying the tax for each share by the number of shares.
Labor regulations
24 days
Up to 2 months
14 weeks
None
Up to 3 months
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VAT in Senegal
Value Added Tax (VAT) is a key part of the tax landscape in Senegal. It is applicable to most commercial operations, subject to certain exclusions.
The standard VAT rate in Senegal is 18%, which applies to a wide range of goods and services. However, the tourism sector enjoys a reduced VAT rate of 10%, promoting the growth and development of this vibrant industry.
In addition, Senegal applies a 17% special tax on financial activities, predominantly banking, money transfers, and foreign exchange operations. This special tax is levied instead of the standard VAT.
Understanding and complying with the VAT regulations can be complex, especially for businesses new to the Senegalese market. At Breedj, our team of tax experts ensures that your business is fully compliant with all local VAT regulations. We offer comprehensive VAT planning and compliance services, helping you navigate the intricacies of Senegalese tax laws.
Breedj's platform
54 countries
Africa
Supports multiple currencies
Onboard workers in less than 24 hours
Testimonials
What they say about Breedj
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.
Global expansion simplified
Confidently expand to Senegal
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.
Cost effective
Drastically reduce administrative and overhead costs related to managing global employees.
100% compliant
Stay up to date with the ever changing global legislations, policies and local labor laws.
Peace of mind
Get direct access to our global employment experts to mitigate legal risks and penalties.
Fast-track market entry
Bypass the complexities associated with establishing a branch office or in-country.
Help emerging countries
Encourage growth and uplift lesser served regions by giving a job to talented remote professionals.
Support United Nations development goals
Directly support at least four sustainable development goals, simply by using our platform.
