Live in Luxembourg while having a job in Zambia

By Mark 07 May 2022

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

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

  1. Have you been invited to work there?

  2. Does the company you are working for have an office in Luxembourg?

  3. Do you have an official contract and a residence permit?

  4. Will you be required to take up residence there?
    If you have the necessary documents and you are invited to work there, you can apply for a residence permit through the Luxembourg Migration Office.

What if I don’t have a contract and I don’t have a residence permit?
If you are working without an official contract, you can apply for a residence permit at the Luxembourg Migration Office. The residence permit will be valid for three months. You will need to prove that you have a valid work contract, your employer has a residence permit and you have the necessary documents.

What if I have a residence permit and I want to extend it?
You can extend your residence permit for up to a year. You can extend it if you have a contract or if you are going to open a business.

How long does it take to extend my residence permit?
It takes approximately one month. You can apply for the extension directly at the Luxembourg Migration Office.

What if I am planning to live in Luxembourg for a longer period of time?
If you want to apply for a residence permit for a longer period of time, you will need to have a contract or a residence permit that is valid for a longer period of time.

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

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Zambia even though you are located in Luxembourg. For that we have compiled a list of companies in Zambia that are looking for remote workers.

  1. Zambia has a very good reputation in the IT sector and many companies in Zambia are looking for skilled remote workers.
  2. You can find remote jobs in Zambia even if you are located in Luxembourg.
  3. Remote jobs in Zambia are more likely to be found in the IT sector.
  4. Most of the companies in Zambia are looking for skilled workers.
  5. If you are looking for a remote job in Zambia, you can find many options.
  6. Remote jobs in Zambia are usually more interesting than jobs in Luxembourg.
  7. If you are looking for a remote job in Zambia, you should be prepared to work long hours.

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

You can get paid in Luxembourg even if you are working for a company in Zambia, however , the process of getting paid in Luxembourg is a bit more complicated.

You can get paid in Luxembourg even if you are working for a company in Zambia, however, the process of getting paid in Luxembourg is a bit more complicated.

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

When working remotely in Luxembourg for a firm based in Zambia, taxes might be tricky, therefore , it is important to understand the tax laws of the country where you are working.

Luxembourg is a small country with a population of less than half a million people. It is a very small country, with only a few major cities. The capital city of Luxembourg is Luxembourg.
If you are working in Luxembourg for a firm based in Zambia, the tax laws of the country you are working in are applicable. If you are working in Luxembourg for a firm based in Zambia, you will be taxed on your worldwide income.
Luxembourg is a member of the European Union (EU). Therefore, it is part of the European Union Single Market.
The EU Single Market is a free trade area between EU Member States.
It is a free trade area between EU Member States.