Angola EOR Overview

Africa Deployments offers specialized Employer of Record (EOR) services in Angola, covering the entire country. Whether your need is for full-time staff or fixed-term contracts, we can support both local and expatriate hires. Through our comprehensive services, we streamline the process of securing work permits and managing all necessary compliance under Angola’s employment laws. We also assist in drafting tailored local employment contracts to ensure that your workforce is aligned with Angola’s legal requirements. Furthermore, we provide expert guidance in establishing the best HR strategies for smooth onboarding and operations.

Key Angola EOR Services Include:

• Work permits: Hassle-free processing for both locals and expatriates.
• Employment contracts: Drafted in compliance with Angolan regulations, with necessary details on salary, benefits, and termination requirements.
• Payroll: Handling monthly tax & PAYE submissions to the Revenue Services, ensuring full legal compliance.
• Employee Benefits: Arranging essential coverage such as Medical, Disability, Life, and Workmen’s Compensation Insurances for your Angola-based employees.
• Salary Disbursements: Timely and accurate processing of monthly salaries with detailed pay slips.

Discover Angola

Angola, officially the Republic of Angola, is a nation of natural beauty, stretching along the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean. Its diverse landscapes include pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant cities. The country’s rich culture is influenced by over 90 distinct ethnic groups, with music playing a central role in daily life. Angola’s thriving oil industry positions it as a global leader in energy production, while its agricultural and industrial sectors also contribute significantly to its economy.

Key Facts about Angola

• Population: 34.5 million (2021)
• Currency: Angolan Kwanza
• Capital: Luanda
• Language: Portuguese
• GDP: 67.4 billion USD (2021)
• Key Industries: Agriculture & Industry, Oil & Gas, FMCG, Mining, Engineering, and Government/Development Agencies

Employment Contracts in Angola

Through our EOR services, Africa Deployments can offer the following types of contracts in Angola:

• Fixed Term Contracts
• Indefinite Term Contracts

Contracts must:

• Be in writing, in the official local language (Portuguese), and include salary, benefits, and termination conditions.
• Comply with specific local regulations, including the requirement for companies to employ a minimum of 70% Angolan nationals if employing 5 or more people.

Taxable Income in Angola

Taxable Income:
All income derived from wages, salary, bonuses, commissions, and allowances are subject to local taxes. Employees who spend more than 90 days in Angola in a fiscal year are taxed on all their income.

Employee Benefits and Social Contributions

Mandatory Employee Contributions:

• Social Security Fund (CNaPS): 3% of gross salary
• National Health Insurance Fund (CNAM): 3% of gross salary
• National Pension Fund (CNAPS): 1% of gross salary

Employer Contributions:

• Social Security (CNaPS): 8% of employee’s salary
• National Health Insurance (CNAM): 3% of gross salary
• National Employment & Vocational Training Fund (FNEF): 1% of gross salary

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Maternity Leave:

• 12 weeks paid leave (with part covered by employer and part by insurance/social security).
• Minimum of 5-8 weeks must be post-birth.

Paternity Leave:

• There is no statutory paternity leave, but family leave of up to 3 days per month is permitted, with 8 days paid annually.

Leave and Bonuses

Annual Leave:

• 7 days of full-pay leave after 4 months of service.

Sick Leave:

• Full pay during the first month of continuous service.
• After that, an employee may be eligible for further sick pay if verified by a medical practitioner.

Bonus Payments:

• There is no statutory requirement for an annual bonus or 13th salary. However, employees commonly receive:
  • Holiday Bonus: 50% of base monthly salary
  • Christmas Bonus: 50% of base monthly salary

Severance Payments

Fixed-Term Contracts:
No severance payment is required if the contract ends as agreed and is not renewed.

Indefinite-Term Contracts:
Severance is generally required if the employer terminates the contract without just cause. The severance amount is calculated based on the length of service and the employee’s salary.

Probation Period

• Non-qualified employees: 15 days probation.
• Qualified employees: 30 days probation.

Corporate & VAT/Sales Tax Rates

Corporate Tax Rate: 25%
VAT / Sales Tax Rate: 14% on most goods and services.

Public Holidays in Angola

• January 1 – New Year’s Day
• February 4 – Liberation Day
• February 21 – Carnival Tuesday
• March 08 – Women’s Day
• April 04 – Peace Day
• April 07 – Good Friday
• April 09 – Easter Sunday
• May 01 – Labour Day
• September 17 – National Heroes’ Day
• November 02 – All Souls’ Day
• November 11 – Independence Day
• December 25 – Christmas Day & Family Day

Industries Supported in Angola

Africa Deployments supports a range of industries in Angola, including:

• Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
• Engineering & Construction
• Oil & Gas
• FMCG & Manufacturing
• Private Equity, Finance, Insurance & Banking
• Mining
• Agriculture

Double Tax Treaties

Angola has double tax treaties with the following countries:

• China
• Portugal
• United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Contact Us

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