Working in Namibia for a corporation in Japan

By Mark 21 May 2022

Can I live in Namibia and work remotely for a company in Japan?

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

  1. Your employer is registered in Namibia.
  2. You have a valid visa.
  3. You have a valid work permit.
  4. You have a valid visa for Namibia.
  5. You are not a citizen of Namibia.

Namibia is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. The capital is Windhoek. The country has a population of 2.2 million.
Namibia is one of the least developed countries in the world. Most of the population lives in rural areas and relies on subsistence agriculture.
Namibia is a member of the Southern African Development Community (SADC).
The Namibian currency is the Namibian dollar (N$).
The Namibian economy is based on the mining sector.
The Namibian government is an elected one.
Namibia is a member of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank, and the African Development Bank.
The Namibian language is Afrikaans.

How to find remote work in Japan while living in Namibia?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Japan even though you are located in Namibia. For that we need to have some knowledge about Japan.

Japan is a very interesting country with a lot of things to see and do. It is also a very modern country with high standard of living. There are many different types of people in Japan.
The Japanese people are very friendly and helpful. They are also very polite.
Japan is a very safe country. The crime rate is very low.
Japan is a very clean country. You will find many clean places in Japan.
Japan is a very modern country. You will find many modern things in Japan.
Japan is a very safe country. You will find many safe places in Japan.

How to get paid in Namibia when working remotely for a corporation in Japan?

You can get paid in Namibia even if you are working for a company in Japan, however , it is very important that you have a Namibian bank account to receive your Namibian pay.

You can get paid in Namibia in two ways, by direct deposit or by direct debit.
Direct deposit
You can receive your Namibian pay by direct deposit into your Namibian bank account.
The most common way of receiving your Namibian pay is by direct deposit into your bank account.
You can receive your Namibian pay into your Namibian bank account by direct deposit.

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

When working remotely in Namibia for a firm based in Japan, taxes might be tricky, therefore it is crucial that you are aware of the taxation laws.

The tax rules in Namibia are not the same as the ones in Japan. Therefore, it is crucial that you are aware of the tax rules in Namibia.
The tax laws in Namibia are the same as those in Japan. However, there are some differences in the tax laws.
Taxation in Namibia is based on the residency of the taxpayer. If you are a resident of Namibia, you are liable to pay tax.
If you are a resident of Namibia and you are working for a company based in Japan, you will have to pay tax.