Work in the US for a corporation based in Ghana

By Mark 05 April 2022

Can I work remotely in the US for a company in Ghana?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

  1. The company you are going to work for has to be registered in Ghana.
  2. The company has to be registered in Ghana with the Ghana Revenue Authority.
  3. The company has to be registered with the Ghana Immigration Service.
  4. The company has to be registered with the Ghana Trade and Investment Promotion Centre (TIPC).
  5. The company has to be registered with the Ghana Stock Exchange.
  6. The company has to be registered with the Ghana Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (GIPC).
  7. The company has to be registered with the Ghana Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI).
  8. The company has to be registered with the Ghana Revenue Authority.

How can I find a remote job in Ghana while living in the US?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Ghana even if you are located in the US, for that we have a list of the top 10 remote jobs in Ghana.

Remote jobs in Ghana are a great way to get paid to work from home. If you are interested in working from home, the first thing you need to do is to find a remote job in Ghana.
We have listed the top 10 remote jobs in Ghana for you to choose from.
10. Data Entry Clerk
A data entry clerk is a job that requires you to enter data into a computer. It’s a great job for people who are looking for a job that can be done from home.
Requirements:
The job requires you to have a computer and internet connection.
You must be able to type at least 40 words per minute.
You must have basic computer skills.
You must have a high speed internet connection.
You must be able to work for at least 8 hours per day.
You must be able to work on a computer for 8 hours per day.

How can I get paid in the US when working remotely for a company in Ghana?

It is possible to get paid in the US while working for a company in Ghana but you need to make sure that you are not working for a Ghanaian company that is not registered with the US IRS.

I have been working for a Ghanaian company for the past 3 years and have been paid in Ghanaian Cedi. I have been working remotely for the past year. I have been paid in Ghanaian Cedi for the past 3 years. I have been paid in US Dollars for the past year.

Will I pay taxes in the US or Ghana when working remotely in the US?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in the US for a corporation in Ghana, so I’ve put together a guide to help you figure out what taxes you will owe when you work remotely in the US.

Taxes in Ghana
I’ve been living in Ghana for a few years now, and I’ve learned a lot about taxes in Ghana. Taxes in Ghana are very different than in the US. Taxes in Ghana are a lot simpler and you don’t have to deal with filing taxes on your own.
Taxes in Ghana are paid by the employer and you don’t pay taxes in Ghana.
Taxes in Ghana are based on your income. If you make more than $2,000, you will be taxed on your income.