Work in Sweden for a company in Cameroon

Can I live in Sweden and work remotely for a company in Cameroon?

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

  1. Can you get a visa for Cameroon?
  2. Are you allowed to work for a Swedish company in Cameroon?
  3. Are you allowed to work for a Swedish company in Sweden?

You can apply for a work permit at the Swedish embassy in Cameroon, but it can take up to a year to get it approved.
So, in short, if you are a skilled worker, you can definitely live and work in Sweden for a company in Cameroon, but if you are a Cameroonian citizen, you have to ask yourself whether or not you can get a job in Sweden.
The government of Sweden has been very supportive of this move and we have been receiving a lot of interest from Cameroonian citizens.

Can I work remotely for a company in Sweden?
Yes, you can. It is possible to work remotely for a Swedish company, but it is not easy.
First of all, you need to make sure that you are allowed to work for a Swedish company in your country of origin.
Second, you need to make sure that your employer will allow you to work remotely.
Third, you need to make sure that you are allowed to work for a Swedish company in Sweden.

How can I find out if I can work for a Swedish company in my country?
Sweden has a very open approach to immigration and people are allowed to work for Swedish companies in their country of origin.

How to find remote work in Cameroon while living in Sweden?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Cameroon even though you are located in Sweden. For that we will need to travel to Cameroon.

When we travel, we need to consider a few things before we travel. First, we need to know if the country is safe to visit. Second, we need to consider how we will get to Cameroon. Third, we need to consider how we will get around Cameroon.
Safety
Cameroon is a very safe country. However, it is not a safe country to visit. You can get robbed or kidnapped in Cameroon. It is not safe to travel alone.

It is not safe to travel to Cameroon.
Getting to Cameroon
The best way to get to Cameroon is to fly to Cameroon. It is the fastest and safest way to get to Cameroon.
You can get to Cameroon by train, bus or car.

How to get paid in Sweden when working remotely for a corporation in Cameroon?

You can get paid in Sweden even if you are working for a company in Cameroon, however , you need to have a Swedish bank account to receive your salary.

I’m a Cameroonian living in Sweden. I’m working as a software developer remotely for a Swedish company in Cameroon.

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

When working remotely in Sweden for a firm based in Cameroon, taxes might be tricky, therefore you must be aware of the different tax rules in your country.

What do I need to know?
In Sweden, the tax is based on the place where you live. The tax rate is based on where you live.
However, if you are working remotely for a company based in Cameroon, the tax rate is based on where you work.
If you are working remotely for a company based in Cameroon, the tax rate is based on where you work.