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Labor Laws in Macau (Macao)

  • Annual Leave: Minimum 6 days
  • Maternity Leave: 70 days
  • Public Holidays: 18
  • Workweek: 48 hours per week.

Income Tax in Macau (Macao)

Income Tax in Macau is progressive and ranges from 0% to 12%.

Value Added Tax (VAT) in Macau (Macao)

There is no VAT regime in Macau.

Social Security in Macau (Macao)

In Macau, both employers and employees contribute to social security. The contributions are as follows:

  • The employer contributes two-thirds of the amount (i.e. MOP 60) and the employee contributes one-third of the amount (i.e. MOP 30).
  • Employees with a work permit are not required to contribute to the social security fund, but their employer must pay a foreign employee fee of MOP 200 per month for each nonresident employee.

Work Visas Macau

The visas available to legally work in Macau include:

Visa for Skilled and Non-Skilled Workers:

  • This visa is for foreign personnel who have specific academic qualifications, technical skills, and relevant professional experience.
  • The employer must prove that the worker has the required qualifications for a specific position and that it is impossible to hire a locally qualified person for that position.
  • The initial permit is typically valid for two years and can be renewed based on the individual's circumstances and continued employment.

Self-Profit Employment Visa:

  • This visa is for individuals who wish to set up their own business in Macau and conduct business activities for profit.
  • The applicant must apply for a work permit and then an Authorization to Stay at the Residence and Stay Affairs Department.

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