Living in Kyrgyzstan while working in Egypt

By Mark 09 May 2022

Can I live in Kyrgyzstan and work remotely for a company in Egypt?

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

  1. You must be able to obtain a visa for both Kyrgyzstan and Egypt.
  2. You must have a valid passport for Kyrgyzstan, Egypt and the company you are working for.
  3. You must be able to obtain a work permit for Kyrgyzstan, Egypt and the company you are working for.
  4. You must be able to obtain a residence permit for Kyrgyzstan, Egypt and the company you are working for.
  5. You must be able to obtain a residence permit for Egypt and the company you are working for.
  6. You must be able to obtain a residence permit for your country of origin.
  7. You must be able to obtain a residence permit for the country you are working for.

How to find remote work in Egypt while living in Kyrgyzstan?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Egypt even though you are located in Kyrgyzstan. For that we would need to know a few things.

First of all, we need to find a remote job in Egypt.
Then we need to know how to get a visa to Egypt.
And finally, we need to know how to work from Egypt while living in Kyrgyzstan.
We will start with the first step, how to find a remote job in Egypt.
How to find a remote job in Egypt
Finding a remote job in Egypt is not that hard. You will need to do a few things.
Make a list of the companies that you are interested in.
Search for the companies on LinkedIn.
Visit the companies website and look for the contact email and phone number.
Contact the companies and ask if they are hiring.
A lot of companies do not post job openings on their website. That’s why we have to do some additional work.

How to get paid in Kyrgyzstan when working remotely for a corporation in Egypt?

You can get paid in Kyrgyzstan even if you are working for a company in Egypt, however , you need to be aware of the differences in the tax system in these countries.

Kyrgyzstan is a former Soviet republic and is one of the poorest countries in the world. The country has a population of around 6.5 million and is located in Central Asia. Kyrgyzstan has a GDP of $4.5 billion and a per capita income of $1,300. The country is home to a number of major companies, including Kyrgyz Telecom, Kyrgyz Telecom International, Kyrgyzstan Telecom, Kyrgyzstan Mobile, and Kyrgyzstan Mobile International.
Kyrgyzstan is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), which was formed in January 2015. The EAEU is a political and economic union between Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Tajikistan. Kyrgyzstan is a member of the Eurasian Development Bank, the Eurasian Development Bank, the Eurasian Investment Bank, and the World Trade Organization.
Kyrgyzstan is a member of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and the United Nations.
Egypt is a country located in the Middle East and North Africa.

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

When working remotely in Kyrgyzstan for a firm based in Egypt, taxes might be tricky, therefore you need to be aware of the situation.

Kyrgyzstan is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU) and the World Trade Organization (WTO). Therefore, all Kyrgyz citizens and firms are subject to the same tax rates, regardless of where they live or work.
However, there are some exceptions to the rule, as Kyrgyzstan is a member of the EEU, but is not a member of the WTO.

What is the difference between EEU and WTO membership?
The EEU is a customs union between the member countries. This means that goods that are produced in one of the member countries can be sold in all of the other member countries without any duties or taxes being paid.
The EEU does not include the WTO, which is a trade agreement between countries. Goods produced in one of the member countries can be sold in all of the other member countries, but duties and taxes must be paid on the goods.

What is the difference between Kyrgyzstan and the EEU?
Kyrgyzstan is a member of the EEU, but not the WTO.