Live in Côte d'Ivoire while having a job in Netherlands

By Mark 11 April 2022

Can I work remotely in Côte d’Ivoire for a company in Netherlands?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

  1. The company that you want to work for must have a company office in Côte d’Ivoire.
  2. The company must be registered in Côte d’Ivoire.
  3. You must be able to show that you are a legal resident of Côte d’Ivoire.
  4. You must be able to show that you have a valid visa to work in Côte d’Ivoire.

How to apply for a work visa in Côte d’Ivoire?
You can apply for a work visa in Côte d’Ivoire at the embassy of Côte d’Ivoire in your country.

How can I find a remote job in Netherlands while living in Côte d’Ivoire?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Netherlands even if you are located in Côte d’Ivoire, for that we need to have a good strategy in place.

For example, if you are a student and you have the possibility to work from home, then you can work from home in Netherlands. If you have a good job in Côte d’Ivoire, you can work from home in Netherlands.
If you are not a student and you have a good job in Côte d’Ivoire, you can work from home in Netherlands.
If you are a student and you have a good job in Côte d’Ivoire, you can work from home in Netherlands.

How can I get paid in Côte d’Ivoire when working remotely for a company in Netherlands?

It is possible to get paid in Côte d’Ivoire while working for a company in Netherlands but it is not easy.

You can get paid in Côte d’Ivoire by using a Côte d’Ivoire bank account or by using a company in Côte d’Ivoire. If you are working for a company in Netherlands, you can get paid in Côte d’Ivoire by using a bank account in Côte d’Ivoire.

Will I pay taxes in Côte d’Ivoire or Netherlands when working remotely in Côte d’Ivoire?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Côte d’Ivoire for a corporation in Netherlands, so it is important to understand the tax laws in both countries.

What are the tax rates for Côte d’Ivoire and Netherlands?
Côte d’Ivoire has a flat corporate tax rate of 10% on profits. The tax rate for Dutch citizens is 20%, but it is 15% for foreigners. If you are a Dutch national or resident of a country that is not a member of the European Union (EU), the tax rate is 25%.