Employer of Record (EOR) Services in Chad

Africa Deployments Chad offers comprehensive Employer of Record (EOR) services across all regions in the country. We provide:

• Full-time or fixed-term employment contracts for local and expatriate employees.
• Work permit acquisition under our umbrella.
• Issuance of local work contracts.
• Guidance on Human Resource (HR) best practices for setting up employees in Chad.
• Monthly tax and PAYE remittances to Revenue Services, ensuring full compliance.
• Timely salary payments and issuance of pay slips.
• Additional benefits including medical, disability, life, and workmen’s compensation insurance.

About Chad

Chad is the fifth largest country in Africa, home to approximately 17.7 million people. Named after Lake Chad, the country boasts cultural diversity and is often referred to as “The Babel Tower of the World.” The Sahara Desert covers about one-third of the country, which is rich in gold and uranium reserves. Agriculture and the oil industry are key sectors.

Key Facts:

• Population: 17.18 million (2021)
• Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
• Capital: N’Djamena
• Languages: Arabic and French
• GDP: 11.78 billion USD (2021)
• Main Industries: Agriculture & Oil

Employment Information

Language

French and Modern Standard Arabic are the official languages. French dominates in administration and education, while Chadian Arabic is the lingua franca for commerce, spoken by about 60% of the population.

Types of Employment Contracts

We offer the following types of contracts:

• Fixed-Term Contracts
• Indefinite-Term Contracts

Contracts and offer letters must:

• Be in writing
• Be in the official language and local currency
• Include salary, benefits, and termination requirements

Full-Time Employees

• Have defined terms and conditions
• May qualify for organizational perks and benefits
• Often benefit from company training and familiarity with business operations
• Maximum probation period: 3 months annually

Taxable Income

Taxable income includes wages, overtime, leave pay, commissions, bonuses, and any other cash benefits.

Exemptions: Net taxable income below XAF 800,000 per month is not taxable.

Standard Working Hours

• 40 hours per week (8 hours per day)
• Overtime applies beyond standard hours

Mandatory Contributions

Employee Contributions

• Social Security (CNaPS): 5%
• National Health Insurance (CNAM): 3%
• National Pension Fund (CNAPS): 0.5%

Employer Contributions

• Social Security (CNaPS): 12%
• National Health Insurance (CNAM): 3%
• National Employment and Vocational Training Fund (FNEF): 0.5%

Leave Policies

• Annual Leave: 24 paid days; 26 days for 10+ years of service
• Sick Leave: At least 5 paid sick days per year
• Maternity Leave: 14 weeks paid (social security benefits)
• Paternity Leave: 2 weeks paid by the employer

Bonus and Severance Information

• No mandatory 13th-month salary or bonus
• Severance Pay:
  • After 5 years: 8.67 week’s notice and 5.42 weeks severance
  • After 10 years: 11.9 weeks’ severance

Fringe Benefits

Fringe benefits are allowed but subject to PAYE tax unless non-convertible to cash. Employer-covered expenses, such as mobile phone costs, must also comply with PAYE tax regulations.

Corporate and VAT Rates

• Corporate Tax Rate: 35%
• VAT/Sales Tax: 18%

Public Holidays

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• March 8: International Women’s Day
• April 18: Easter Monday
• May 2: Labour Day
• May 3-4: Korité Holidays
• July 10: Tabaski
• August 11: Independence Day
• October 9: Prophet’s Birthday
• November 1: All Saints’ Day
• November 28: Republic Day
• December 1: Freedom and Democracy Day
• December 25: Christmas Day

Industries We Support

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

Double Tax Treaties

Chad has tax treaties with the following countries:

• 🇨🇲 Cameroon
• 🇨🇫 Central African Republic
• 🇬🇶 Equatorial Guinea
• 🇬🇦 Gabon
• 🇨🇩 Republic of Congo

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

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