Africa Deployments EOR & Payroll Africa Deployments Burkina Faso provides comprehensive Employer of Record (EOR) services, covering all regions. We facilitate full-time and fixed-term employment for both local and expatriate staff, managing work permits and issuing compliant local contracts. Additionally, we guide clients on best HR practices for employing personnel in Burkina Faso.

Our services include handling monthly tax and PAYE remittances to ensure full compliance with local regulations. We ensure timely salary payments and provide payslips. We also offer optional insurance packages, including medical, disability, life, and workmen’s compensation coverage.

Country Overview Burkina Faso, officially the Republic of Burkina Faso, is a landlocked West African nation. Its economy is driven by gold, cotton, and agriculture.

• Population: 22.1 million (2021)
• Currency: West African CFA Franc
• Capital: Ouagadougou
• Language: French (official) alongside 70 local languages
• GDP: $19.74 billion (2021)
• Key Industries: Agriculture & Mining

Employment Contracts

• Types: Fixed-term and indefinite-term contracts
• Requirements: Must be in writing, in the official local language, and specify compensation, benefits, and termination terms
• Probation Period: Standard 3 months
• Contract Limits: Fixed-term contracts may not exceed three years

Taxation and Income

• Taxable Income: Global income for residents; Burkina Faso-sourced income for non-residents
• Tax Rates: 0% to 25%
• Exempt Income: Family allowances, severance pay (excluding notice and leave pay), and certain diplomatic incomes

Standard Working Hours and Overtime

• Standard Hours: 40 hours per week
• Overtime Pay: At least 125% for the first four hours; 150% thereafter

Mandatory Contributions

• Employee Contributions:
  • Social Security: 7.25%
  • National Health Insurance: 6%
  • National Pension Fund: 1%
• Employer Contributions:
  • Social Security: 11.74%
  • National Health Insurance: 6%
  • National Employment and Vocational Training Fund: 1.5%

Leave Policies

• Annual Leave: 22 days
• Sick Leave: Varies by service length (up to 8 months for 15+ years)
• Maternity Leave: 14 weeks with full pay
• Paternity Leave: No statutory provision

Bonuses and Severance

• Bonuses: Common but not mandatory
• Severance: Based on length of service for indefinite-term contracts; none for expired fixed-term contracts

Corporate and VAT Rates

• Corporate Tax: 27.5%
• VAT: 18% on most goods and services

Public Holidays

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• January 3: Revolution Day
• March 8: Women’s Day
• April 9: Easter Day
• April 10: Easter Monday
• April 22: Korité
• May 1: Labour Day
• May 18: Ascension Day
• June 29: Tabaski
• August 5: Independence Day
• August 15: Assumption Day
• November 1: All Saints’ Day
• December 11: Proclamation of the Republic
• December 25: Christmas Day

Industries Supported

• NGOs & Non-profits
• Engineering & Construction
• Government & Development Agencies
• Oil & Gas
• FMCG & Manufacturing
• Finance, Insurance & Banking
• Mining
• Agriculture

Double Tax Treaties Burkina Faso maintains treaties with the following countries:

• Benin
• Ivory Coast
• France
• Guinea-Bissau
• Mali
• Niger
• Senegal
• Togo
• Tunisia

Additional Information

• Fringe Benefits: Can include utilities, housing, travel, and personal tax support
• Probation Period: No mandatory legal requirement

Contact Us
For detailed assistance with Employer of Record (EOR) services in Burkina Faso, including specific payroll and employment solutions tailored to your needs, contact our team at Africa Deployments.