<img alt="" src="https://secure.intelligentcloudforesight.com/779425.png" style="display:none;">
Skip to content

Labor Laws in Sierra Leone

  • Annual Leave: 19 days
  • Public Holidays: 11
  • Maternity Leave: 14 weeks
  • Workweek: 40 hours per week.

Income Tax in Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone has progressive income tax rates from 0% to 30%.

Value Added Tax (VAT) in Sierra Leone

The standard VAT (GST) rate is set at 15%.

Social Security in Sierra Leone

In Sierra Leone, social security contributions are mandatory for employers and employees and are primarily managed through the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT).

  • Employer Contribution: 10%
  • Employee Contribution: 5%

Work Visas in Sierra Leone

Here are the main work visas available in Sierra Leone:

Work Permit

  • Required for foreign employees working in Sierra Leone. Valid for 1 year and can be renewed.

Business Visa

  • For self-employed individuals or entrepreneurs looking to operate a business in Sierra Leone. Valid for 3 months.

Resident Permit

  • Mandatory for anyone coming to Sierra Leone for employment or business purposes. Valid for 1 year and renewable. Includes categories for employment, business, students, and dependents.

Hire Talent From Sierra Leone with Global Expansion

Setting up a company in Sierra Leone can be expensive and complex. Global Expansion simplifies your entry into this market.

We handle hiring, HR, and payroll while ensuring compliance with local regulations, all without establishing a local entity.

Our Sierra Leone Employer of Record (EOR) solution lets you focus on your business growth.

Ready to hire anywhere in the world?

Grow your team the right way with
Global Expansion.

Request a Proposal
Associate Segment