Work in Cuba for a corporation based in Taiwan

By Mark 26 May 2022

Can I live in Cuba and work remotely for a company in Taiwan?

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

  1. Do you have a Cuban ID?
  2. Do you have a Cuban company registered in Cuba?
  3. Do you have a Cuban company registered in Taiwan?
  4. Do you have a Taiwanese company registered in Cuba?

How to find remote work in Taiwan while living in Cuba?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Taiwan even though you are located in Cuba. For that we need to be aware of the local laws, and of the local market.

If you are interested in remote work, you should first consider whether you are willing to relocate. For example, if you are living in Cuba, and you want to find remote work in Taiwan, you should consider moving to Taiwan.
If you are willing to relocate, you should first consider the local laws. In Taiwan, the minimum wage is NT$28,000 per month.
The salary in Cuba is around $20 per month. So, if you want to get a remote job in Taiwan, you should consider the local market.
The local market in Taiwan is quite different from the local market in Cuba. In Taiwan, the demand for remote workers is high.
If you want to find remote work in Taiwan, you should consider the local market.
So, if you want to find remote work in Taiwan, you should consider the local market.
The local laws in Taiwan are quite different from the local laws in Cuba.

How to get paid in Cuba when working remotely for a corporation in Taiwan?

You can get paid in Cuba even if you are working for a company in Taiwan, however , you will not be able to get paid in Cuba for a company in Taiwan.

You can only get paid in Cuba if you are working for a company in Cuba, and you have a business license in Cuba.
In order to get paid in Cuba, you need to be in a job that pays a salary in Cuba.
If you are self-employed, you will not be able to get paid in Cuba.

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

When working remotely in Cuba for a firm based in Taiwan, taxes might be tricky, therefore , it is a good idea to consult with your accountant before you leave to Cuba. If you are working remotely for a company based in Cuba, you can claim the taxes you pay in Taiwan.

When working remotely in Cuba for a firm based in Taiwan, taxes might be tricky, therefore, it is a good idea to consult with your accountant before you leave to Cuba.