Living in Ghana while working in Belgium

Can I live in Ghana and work remotely for a company in Belgium?

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

  1. The Ghanaian company has to have an office in Ghana.
  2. The Belgian company has to have an office in Belgium.
  3. The Ghanaian company has to have a valid business permit in Ghana.
  4. The Belgian company has to have a valid business permit in Belgium.
  5. The Ghanaian company has to have a valid residence permit in Ghana.
  6. The Belgian company has to have a valid residence permit in Belgium.
  7. The Belgian company has to have a valid work permit in Belgium.
  8. The Ghanaian company has to have a valid work permit in Ghana.

How to find remote work in Belgium while living in Ghana?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Belgium even though you are located in Ghana. For that we will give you a few tips.

First of all, you need to be aware of the fact that you will not find the same remote work opportunities in Belgium as in Ghana. However, there are still a lot of opportunities for you to get remote work in Belgium.
If you are looking for a job in Belgium, you will find that most of the remote jobs are in the IT sector. So, it is advisable to have a look at the job sites of the IT companies. There are many IT companies in Belgium, so you can apply for remote jobs in Belgium through the job sites of the companies.
In addition, you can also look for remote jobs in Belgium through the job sites of the IT companies. In case you are not able to find a job in the IT sector, you can also search for remote jobs in Belgium in the field of customer service, telemarketing, customer support, sales, and marketing.
Finally, you can also search for remote jobs in Belgium in the field of project management, programming, and accounting.

How to get remote work in Belgium?
In order to get remote work in Belgium, you need to have a good knowledge of the English language. In case you do not have a good knowledge of the English language, it is advisable to learn it.

How to get paid in Ghana when working remotely for a corporation in Belgium?

You can get paid in Ghana even if you are working for a company in Belgium, however , you will need to get a Ghanaian sponsor and get a work permit.

Ghanaian Sponsors
A Ghanaian sponsor is someone who is a Ghanaian citizen and is willing to sponsor you. In the case of a foreign company, you will need to have a Ghanaian sponsor. The sponsor will need to sponsor you for a work permit.
Work Permits in Ghana
A work permit is a document which allows you to work in Ghana. It is issued by the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS). The work permit allows you to work for a period of time. The work permit is valid for a period of time, usually one year.
You can apply for a work permit in Ghana at the Ghana Immigration Service. You can get a work permit at the Ghana Immigration Service in Accra, Kumasi, Tamale, Tamale.
In the case of a foreign company, you will need to get a work permit.
You can get paid in Ghana even if you are working for a company in Belgium, however, you will need to get a Ghanaian sponsor and get a work permit.

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

When working remotely in Ghana for a firm based in Belgium, taxes might be tricky, therefore , I’d like to know what’s the best way to handle taxes in this situation.

I’m not a lawyer, but I would expect the company to handle this for you. If they’re based in Ghana, they would be responsible for the taxes on your salary. If they’re based in Belgium, they would be responsible for the taxes on your salary.
If you’re a contractor, you would be responsible for the taxes on your income.
If you’re a freelancer, you would be responsible for the taxes on your income.
If you’re a self-employed person, you would be responsible for the taxes on your income.
If you’re a consultant, you would be responsible for the taxes on your income.
If you’re a student, you would be responsible for the taxes on your income.