botswana

Africa Deployments (ADS) offers comprehensive Employer of Record (EOR) services throughout Botswana, ensuring full compliance with local laws while supporting expatriates and local employees. Whether you’re looking for full-time employment or fixed-term contracts, we handle everything from work permits to issuing local employment contracts. Our services include payroll management, tax remittances, and HR best practices, making us the ideal partner for businesses looking to expand into Botswana.

Key Services Offered:

Work Permits & Employment Contracts: We manage the complete process, ensuring local compliance.
Payroll Management: Monthly salary payments, pay slips, and compliance with Botswana tax laws.
Benefits: Access to Medical, Disability, Life, and Workmen’s Compensation Insurance for employees in Botswana.
Tax & PAYE: Ensuring your employee tax obligations are fully met under Botswana’s taxation system.
Fringe Benefits: Offering tax-compliant fringe benefits that are tailored to the needs of your business.

Overview of Botswana:

Population: 2.588 million (2021)
Capital: Gaborone
Currency: Botswana Pula (BWP)
Language: English (official), Tswana (national language)
GDP: 17.61 billion USD (2021)
Industries: Agriculture, Manufacturing, Mining, Oil & Gas, FMCG, Finance & Banking

Employment Contracts in Botswana:

Fixed-Term & Indefinite Contracts: We offer both types of contracts in compliance with Botswana labor laws. All contracts are written in English, the official language, and are denominated in Botswana Pula (BWP).
Probation Period: Up to 12 months, with clear terms outlined in writing.

Income Taxation in Botswana:

Taxable Income: All salaries, bonuses, commissions, and leave payments are subject to taxation.
Exempt Income: Includes travel benefits and employer-paid medical contributions.
Income Tax Exemptions: For expatriates, terminal gratuities are partially exempt from tax (one-third).
Tax Rates: Corporate tax is 22%, and VAT/sales tax is 14%.

Public Holidays in Botswana (SEO Keywords Included):

January 1 – New Year’s Day
January 2 – Public Holiday
April 7 – Good Friday
April 10 – Easter Monday
May 1 – Labour Day
May 18 – Ascension
July 17-18 – President’s Day
September 30 – Botswana Day
December 25 – Christmas Day
December 26 – Boxing Day

Mandatory Contributions in Botswana:

Social Security (CNaPS): Employer contribution is 3%; Employee contribution is 2% (threshold P500).
National Health Insurance (CNAM): Employer and employee contribute 1% each.
National Pension Fund (CNAPS): Employer contributes 1%, employee contributes 1% (threshold P1,000).

Employee Benefits in Botswana:

Annual Leave: 15 days of paid leave annually.
Sick Leave: 20 days of sick leave per year.
Maternity Leave: Paid at a minimum of 50% of basic pay for 12 weeks (with a doctor’s certificate).
Paternity Leave: Not mandated by law but can be negotiated within the employment contract.

Gratuity & Severance:

Severance Payments: Employees who are terminated or retrenched are entitled to one month’s salary for each year of service (if under 10 years). For 10+ years of service, two months’ salary for each year of service.
Termination Notice: Notice periods depend on the length of service (e.g., less than 2 years = 1 week).

Double Tax Treaties:

Botswana has signed double tax treaties with multiple countries, including:

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