Global Mobility Solutions
Uganda Global Mobility Services
Compliantly move and pay employees in Uganda.
No in-country entity needed.
Breedj offers global mobility solutions in Uganda. 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 Uganda
Uganda is a landlocked country located in East Africa with a population of over 45 million people. The country’s economy is primarily driven by agriculture, with coffee being the country’s top export. Uganda’s strategic location in the region makes it an attractive destination for international businesses looking to expand their operations.
Uganda has made significant strides in improving its political stability in recent years and is now considered to be one of the most stable countries in the region. The country’s government has implemented various initiatives to support foreign investment, such as offering tax incentives and establishing special economic zones. English is the official language of Uganda, but other widely spoken languages include Luganda, Swahili, and various indigenous languages.
Expanding business operations to Uganda offers several advantages, including access to a growing and educated workforce, a favorable investment climate, and a location that provides easy access to other markets in the region. Additionally, the government of Uganda has implemented various initiatives to support foreign investment, such as offering tax incentives and establishing special economic zones.
Key immigration facts about Uganda
When relocating employees or businesses to Uganda, it’s essential to understand the country’s immigration requirements. Only special passes and work permits allow foreign nationals to undertake employment in Uganda. Temporary work permits, called special passes, are valid for three months and may be extended for up to a maximum of five months. A work permit or entry permit is issued for up to three years and may be renewed every three years.
Work permits in Uganda are divided into seven classes (Classes A through G), with each class having different requirements. Class F permits are issued to practicing professionals such as lawyers and accountants and require the submission of various documents such as qualifications, references or résumés, clearance letter from Interpol or home country, and registration certificate with relevant professional body in Uganda.
Class G permits have two sub-classifications: Class G1 and Class G2. Applicants for Class G1 permits, including missionaries, volunteers, and workers for NGOs, are required to produce various documents, including an appointment letter from the organization, copy of the passport (bio-data page), and recommendation from the National Bureau for NGOs.
Applicants for Class G2 permits, including expatriates, are required to produce several documents, including an appointment letter from the organization, certified copy of qualifications, and income tax clearance for the organization. Foreign nationals may change employers after they have obtained work permits, but they must apply for new work permits under their new employers.
Country fact sheet
Ugandan shilling (UGX)
Kampala
45 million (2021)
East Africa
GMT+3
English, Swahili
Compliance guaranteed
Breedj's local employment expertise in Uganda
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 Uganda
When relocating employees or businesses to Uganda, it’s essential to understand the country’s income tax laws. Residents are subject to tax on worldwide income, while non-residents are taxable on Ugandan-source income only. The gross income of a resident person includes income derived from all geographical sources, while the gross income of a non-resident person includes only income derived from sources within Uganda.
Tax is charged on the gross income of an individual for the year less any allowed deductions granted by the ITA. The tax rates for residents and non-residents are the same, with a maximum tax rate of 30%. The income tax year in Uganda runs from 1st July to 30th June.
Labor regulations
21 days
Variable
2 months
4 days
Up to 6 months
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VAT in Uganda
When relocating employees or businesses to Uganda, it’s essential to understand the country’s value-added tax (VAT) laws. VAT is charged on taxable supplies made by taxable persons, the importation of goods other than in exempt imports, and imported services by any person. The standard VAT rate in Uganda is 18%, with some items being zero-rated and others exempt.
At Breedj, we have a deep understanding of Uganda’s VAT laws and regulations. Our team of experts can assist our clients in complying with these laws, ensuring that they are aware of their VAT obligations and liabilities. We provide our clients with comprehensive VAT advice and planning, ensuring that they are maximizing their VAT efficiencies and minimizing their VAT liabilities.
We also provide our clients with support in registering for VAT in Uganda and preparing and filing VAT returns. Our goal is to ensure that our clients are compliant with the country’s VAT laws and regulations while minimizing their VAT liabilities.
Breedj's platform
54 countries
Africa
Supports multiple currencies
Onboard workers in less than 24 hours
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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 Uganda
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.
