Work in Nigeria for a company in Ghana

By Mark 03 April 2022

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

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

  1. You can only work remotely for companies based in Ghana and Nigeria.
  2. You will need to be based in Ghana or Nigeria.
  3. You will need to be able to work from home, as most companies will not be able to provide you with a desk space or an office.
  4. You will need to be able to communicate in English.
  5. You will need to be able to work in the Ghanaian or Nigerian time zone.
  6. You will need to have a valid visa.
  7. You will need to be able to work from home at least 3 days a week.
  8. You will need to be able to work from home at least 1 day a week.
  9. You will need to have a laptop or computer with internet access.
  10. You will need to be able to work from home at least 1 hour a week.
  11. You will need to be able to work from home at least 2 days a week.

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

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Ghana even though you are located in Nigeria. For that we will discuss some of the best ways to find remote work in Ghana while living in Nigeria.

We will also discuss some of the best ways to find remote jobs in Ghana while living in Nigeria.
You will find some of the best ways to find remote work in Ghana while living in Nigeria.
Before we discuss the best ways to find remote work in Ghana while living in Nigeria, let’s first understand what is remote work.

What is remote work?
Remote work is a job that is performed from a distance. The job is performed from a remote location. The job is performed from a place that is not physically present.

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

You can get paid in Nigeria even if you are working for a company in Ghana, however , you need to make sure that you are registered with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).

If you are working in Ghana for a company that is registered in Ghana, then you are automatically registered with the GRA. If you are working for a company that is not registered in Ghana, then you need to register yourself with the GRA.
To register yourself with the GRA, you need to visit their website and submit the necessary information.
The GRA will then verify your information and if it is correct, they will issue you a GRA ID card.
Once you have your GRA ID card, you can then go to the GRA office and register yourself.
You will then be issued with a GRA registration number.
You can then use this GRA registration number to pay your taxes in Nigeria.

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

When working remotely in Nigeria for a firm based in Ghana, taxes might be tricky, therefore it is best to consult a tax professional. If you are working remotely from Nigeria, the best thing to do is to get a company that is based in Nigeria to handle your taxes for you. This is because they will be familiar with Nigerian tax laws.