Work in Kenya for a company in Luxembourg

By Mark 11 April 2022

Can I live in Kenya and work remotely for a company in Luxembourg?

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

  1. The company has a registered office in Luxembourg.
  2. The company has a registered office in Kenya.
  3. The company has a registered office in both Kenya and Luxembourg.
  4. The company is not a sole proprietorship.

I am a Kenyan national, but I have a residence permit in the UK. Can I work in the UK and live in Kenya?

  1. The company has a registered office in the UK.
  2. The company has a registered office in both Kenya and the UK.

How to find remote work in Luxembourg while living in Kenya?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Luxembourg even though you are located in Kenya. For that we need to make some adjustments.

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Luxembourg even though you are located in Kenya.
If you are looking for a remote job in Luxembourg, you need to be aware that the job market in Luxembourg is different from the job market in Kenya.
In Kenya, the work environment is different. In Kenya, the average salary is low, the work environment is not so great, the social life is not so good and the working hours are not so good.

How to get paid in Kenya when working remotely for a corporation in Luxembourg?

You can get paid in Kenya even if you are working for a company in Luxembourg, however , you have to work for the company in Kenya.

If you are working for a company in Kenya and you are not Kenyan, you can get paid in Kenya but you have to be registered with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
If you are registered with the KRA, you can get paid in Kenya.
If you are not registered with the KRA, you can get paid in Kenya but you will have to pay a tax of 30% on the amount you get paid.

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

When working remotely in Kenya for a firm based in Luxembourg, taxes might be tricky, therefore it’s best to seek professional advice.

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