Work in Russia for a company in Madagascar

By Mark 18 April 2022

Can I live in Russia and work remotely for a company in Madagascar?

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

  1. The company you work for is registered in Russia
  2. You are able to work from Russia
  3. You have a valid work visa in your passport

I am a citizen of France and I am traveling to Russia.
Can I work while I am in Russia?
The law in Russia requires you to obtain a work visa before you start working. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. If you are a citizen of France, you can apply for a visa exemption (travaux de bienfaisance) to work in Russia.

How to find remote work in Madagascar while living in Russia?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Madagascar even though you are located in Russia. For that we need to understand the work culture in Madagascar, the work laws in Madagascar and the work visa process in Madagascar.

  1. Madagascar
    Madagascar is a country in the African region. It is an island nation in the Indian Ocean. The capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo. It is a developing country. The official language is French. The country is a French-speaking country. The economy of Madagascar is developed. The population of Madagascar is around 23 million people.
  2. Russia
    Russia is a country in the Eurasian region. It is a sovereign country. The capital of Russia is Moscow. Russia is a developed country. The economy of Russia is developed. The population of Russia is around 143 million people.
  3. Work Culture
    Madagascar is a developing country. The work culture in Madagascar is developed. The work culture in Madagascar is similar to the work culture in Russia. The work culture in Madagascar is not different from the work culture in Russia.
  4. Work Laws
    The work laws in Madagascar are developed. The work laws in Madagascar are similar to the work laws in Russia. The work laws in Madagascar are different from the work laws in Russia.
  5. Work Visa Process
    The work visa process in Madagascar is developed. The work visa process in Madagascar is similar to the work visa process in Russia.

How to get paid in Russia when working remotely for a corporation in Madagascar?

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

The company in Madagascar will pay you in Russian rubles and you will need to convert it into your local currency, the Malagasy ariary.
If you are working in Madagascar, it is a good idea to get paid in local currency as it will be much easier for you to spend the money.
The same is true for the reverse. If you are working in Russia, it is a good idea to get paid in Russian rubles, as you will be able to spend the money easily.
Here is a step by step guide on how to get paid in Russia when working remotely for a company in Madagascar.

How to get paid in Russia when working remotely for a company in Madagascar?
Step 1: Get paid in Russian rubles
The first step is to get paid in Russian rubles.
You will need to convert the money you will get from the company in Madagascar to Russian rubles.
You can do this by using an online currency exchange service.
You can find a list of the most popular online currency exchange services here.
The process of getting paid in Russian rubles is the same for any currency exchange service.

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

When working remotely in Russia for a firm based in Madagascar, taxes might be tricky, therefore it is essential to understand the tax rules in order to get the right amount of money.

A Russian citizen who works for a foreign company in Russia must pay taxes to the Russian government. The Russian government has a number of tax rates depending on the type of income earned and the number of days worked.
The main tax rates in Russia are:

  1. Corporate tax
    Corporate tax is the most common tax in Russia. It is a flat rate of 15% on all income earned by a company. The tax is calculated on the total income of the company.
  2. Income tax
    Income tax is the second most common tax in Russia. It is calculated on a person’s total income and is based on the rate of income tax in the country where the person resides.
  3. Social tax
    Social tax is the third most common tax in Russia. It is calculated on the total income of a person and is based on the rate of social tax in the country where the person resides.
  4. Capital tax