Work in Ghana for a company in Italy

By Mark 17 May 2022

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

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

  1. If you are a citizen of Ghana, you are not allowed to work for a company that is not registered in Ghana.
  2. If you are a citizen of Ghana, you are not allowed to work for a company that does not have a valid work permit.

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

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Italy even though you are located in Ghana. For that we need to make sure that we have a good profile on the web. We need to make sure that we have a good social media presence. We need to make sure that we have a good online presence.

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

You can get paid in Ghana even if you are working for a company in Italy, however , you need to follow the process of getting paid in Ghana.

There are various ways you can get paid in Ghana, the most popular way is to get paid through direct deposit.
Get paid in Ghana through direct deposit
Direct deposit is the most common way to get paid in Ghana. In the process of getting paid in Ghana through direct deposit, you will be required to follow the steps below.
Register with the Ghana Revenue Authority
Before you can get paid in Ghana, you need to register with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).
You will need to register with the GRA by filling out a registration form, and providing some personal information.
If you are a company, you will need to provide the company’s details.
You will also need to provide the address of your office or residence.
The GRA will then send you a tax identification number (TIN), which is required for all companies.
The GRA will then send you an email that will ask you to verify your identity by sending them a copy of your passport or driver’s license.
You will also need to provide the details of your bank account.
The GRA will then send you an email to confirm the details you provided.
Once you are verified, the GRA will send you a direct deposit form.

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 Italy, taxes might be tricky, therefore it is important to know how the Ghanaian government taxes you.

It’s important to note that the Ghanaian government does not have a tax treaty with any other country. Therefore, if you are working remotely for a Ghanaian company, you will need to file a tax return in Ghana.
In Ghana, a company is taxed on its profits. However, a company is not taxed on its losses.