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Labor Laws in Niger

  • Annual Leave: 30 days
  • Maternity Leave: 14 weeks
  • Public Holidays: 12
  • Workweek: 40 hours per week.

Income Tax in Niger

Niger has a progressive income tax with rates from 0% to 35%.

Value Added Tax (VAT) in Niger

The standard VAT rate is 19%.

Social Security in Niger

In Niger, social security contributions are mandatory for both employers and employees, and they cover various benefits such as pensions, family allowances, sickness, and maternity benefits.

Employee Contributions

  • Social Security (CNSS) Old Age, Disability, and Survivors: 5.25%

Employer Contributions

  • Social Security (CNSS) Family Allowance: 8.40%
  • Social Security (CNSS) Work Injury: 1.75%
  • Social Security (CNSS) Old Age, Disability, and Survivors: 6.25%
  • Social Contribution for Unemployment Public Insurance: 0.50%
  • Apprenticeship Tax: 3% on payments to local employees and 5% on payments to expatriate employees.

Work Visas in Niger

Here are the main work visas available in Niger:

Business Visa:

  • For short-term business activities such as conferences, meetings, or negotiations. Typically valid for up to 90 days.

Work Visa:

  • Required for foreign nationals planning to undertake full-time employment in Niger. Allows the holder to live and work in the country for an extended period.
  • The main requirements for obtaining a work visa for Niger include:
    • Valid passport: Must have at least 6 months validity and at least one blank visa page.
    • Visa application form: Fully completed and signed.
    • Passport photos: 3 recent passport-style photos.
    • Proof of yellow fever and cholera vaccination.
    • Letter of invitation: From the employer in Niger, stating the applicant's job position and anticipated length of stay.
    • Proof of travel arrangements: Flight itinerary or airline ticket copy.

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