Live in Azerbaijan while having a job in Algeria

By Mark 04 May 2022

Can I live in Azerbaijan and work remotely for a company in Algeria?

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

  1. You need to have an Algerian residence permit in order to work in Algeria.
  2. You need to be physically present in Algeria.
  3. You need to be physically present in Azerbaijan, as there are no direct flights between Algeria and Azerbaijan.
  4. You need to have a valid visa to Algeria.
  5. You need to have a valid visa to Azerbaijan.

I’m looking for a job in Azerbaijan.

How to find remote work in Algeria while living in Azerbaijan?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Algeria even though you are located in Azerbaijan. For that we need to understand the working conditions in Algeria and Azerbaijan.

In Algeria, the minimum wage is 903 MAD (approx. 150 USD).
In Azerbaijan, the minimum wage is 3,500 AZN (approx. 550 USD).
In Algeria, the average salary is 1,923 MAD (approx. 300 USD).
In Azerbaijan, the average salary is 5,946 AZN (approx. 1,000 USD).
In Algeria, the cost of living is 1,141 MAD (approx. 200 USD).
In Azerbaijan, the cost of living is 2,974 AZN (approx. 500 USD).
In Algeria, the average monthly rent is 1,923 MAD (approx. 300 USD).
In Azerbaijan, the average monthly rent is 3,564 AZN (approx. 600 USD).
In Algeria, the average monthly cost of food is 1,873 MAD (approx. 300 USD).
In Azerbaijan, the average monthly cost of food is 4,085 AZN (approx. 700 USD).
In Algeria, the average monthly cost of transportation is 1,923 MAD (approx. 300 USD).
In Azerbaijan, the average monthly cost of transportation is 3,564 AZN (approx. 600 USD).

How to get paid in Azerbaijan when working remotely for a corporation in Algeria?

You can get paid in Azerbaijan even if you are working for a company in Algeria, however , you need to be careful about the different requirements of the two countries.

Working remotely from Algeria is not the same as working from Azerbaijan. The different requirements of the two countries make it difficult for you to work from Algeria without a visa.
You need to know the difference between working remotely from Azerbaijan and working remotely from Algeria in order to get paid in Azerbaijan.
The following article will give you the information you need to know about the different requirements of the two countries.
Requirements of Azerbaijan
You need to have a valid passport to work in Azerbaijan.
You need to have a valid visa to work in Azerbaijan.

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

When working remotely in Azerbaijan for a firm based in Algeria, taxes might be tricky, therefore , we’ve provided a few examples of what to expect.

Azerbaijan is a former Soviet republic, and so is Algeria. The former USSR used to be a communist country, and so is Algeria. However, Azerbaijan and Algeria are not the same as the former Soviet Union and Algeria.
The former Soviet Union and Algeria are both former communist countries.
Azerbaijan and Algeria are both former Soviet republics.