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Labor Laws in Togo

  • Annual Leave: 30 days
  • Public Holidays: 13
  • Maternity Leave: 14 weeks.
  • Workweek: 40 hours per week.

Income Tax in Togo

Togo has progressive income tax rates from 0.5% to 35%.

Social Security in Togo

Employer Contributions

  • Social Security: 17.5% of the employee's gross monthly salary
  • Old-age Pension: 12.5%
  • Other Benefits: 5% for various social security benefits
  • Pension Fund: 3%
  • National Housing Fund: 1%
  • Professional Training Fund: 0.5%
  • Health Insurance: Generally around 5%, with at least half borne by the employer.
  • Work Accident Insurance: Typically around 2% of gross salary.

Employee Contributions

  • Social Security: 4% of the employee's gross monthly salary.
  • Pension Fund: 1%
  • National Housing Fund: 0.5%
  • Professional Training Fund: 0.25%
  • Health Insurance: Generally around 5%.

Value Added Tax (VAT) in Togo

The standard VAT rate is 18%.

Work Visas in Togo

Business Visa:

  • Required for foreigners entering Togo for business-related activities.
  • Valid for up to 90 days and can be issued as a single or multiple-entry visa.

Immigration Visa:

  • Intended for foreigners planning to live in Togo long-term.
  • This visa may require additional documentation, including proof of income and health insurance.

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