Mauritania Employer of Record & Payroll Services

Mauritania EOR Solutions
Africa Deployments in Mauritania offers comprehensive Employer of Record (EOR) services, tailored to meet the needs of businesses operating in the region. Our solutions cater to both local and expatriate employees, providing full-time employment or fixed-term contracts depending on your requirements. As your trusted partner, we handle all aspects of employment compliance, ensuring smooth operations in Mauritania.

Work Permit & Local Compliance
ADS takes care of work permits under our umbrella and issues local work contracts to contractors in Mauritania. Our team will guide you on the best Human Resource (HR) practices when setting up employees locally. We ensure compliance with local tax laws by managing monthly PAYE remittances and issuing pay slips for timely salary payments.

Why Choose Mauritania for EOR Services?
Mauritania, officially known as the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, is strategically located in Northwest Africa with a vast Atlantic coastline. Despite its arid environment, Mauritania is rich in natural resources such as offshore oil, fishing, and minerals like iron and ore, which make up 50% of the country’s exports. With a population of approximately 4.6 million, Mauritania is one of the least densely populated countries, offering a unique landscape for businesses to explore. Nouakchott, the capital, is a growing hub with a dynamic economy.

Key Employment Features in Mauritania

• Languages: Arabic (official), Wolof (official), French, and increasingly English.
• Currency: Mauritanian Ouguiya
• GDP: 9.996 billion USD (2021)
• Industries: Mining, Petroleum, Agriculture, FMCG, Government, NGOs, Engineering & Construction, Banking & Finance.

Types of Employment Contracts
Through our EOR services in Mauritania, we offer a range of employment contracts:

• Fixed Term Contracts
• Indefinite Term Contracts
• Contracts and offer letters must be in writing, in the local language and currency, and include salary/compensation, benefits, and termination clauses.

Taxation & Income in Mauritania

• Taxable Income: Cash wages, salary, overtime, leave pay, commissions, and bonuses are subject to taxation.
• Exempt Income: Governmental compensation, family allowances, and pensions are exempt from taxation under certain conditions.

Mandatory Benefits & Social Contributions

• Employee Contributions:
  • Social Security: 1% of gross salary
  • Industrial Health: 2%
  • Industrial Injury: 5%
  • Retirement Plans: 5%
  • Family Allowances: 4%
• Employer Contributions:
  • Social Security: 15%
  • Industrial Health: 2%
  • Industrial Injury: 5%
  • Retirement Plans: 5%
  • Family Allowances: 4%

Working Hours & Overtime

• Standard Working Hours: 40 hours per week (8 hours per day).
• Overtime: Paid at 150% of the hourly pay rate.

Leave Policies

• Annual Leave: Employees are entitled to 1.5 days of leave per month.
• Sick Leave: Employees receive 5 fully paid days of sick leave annually.

Maternity & Paternity Leave

• Maternity Leave: Entitled to 14 weeks, with at least 8 weeks taken post-birth.
• Paternity Leave: No statutory paternity leave is provided.

Termination & Severance

• Notice Periods: Varies based on the length of service and employment type. Senior employees have longer notice periods.
• Severance: Negotiated based on the termination reason (no statutory severance).

Fringe Benefits
Fringe benefits are allowed but subject to employee PAYE tax unless they cannot be converted to cash.

Mandatory Probation Period
The probation period cannot exceed 6 months, during which employers can assess the suitability of the employee.

Corporate Tax & VAT

• Corporate Tax Rate: 25%
• VAT/Sales Tax Rate: 16% on most goods and services.

Public Holidays in Mauritania

• January 1 – New Year’s Day
• April 22-23 – Eid Al Fitr
• May 1 – Labour Day
• May 25 – Africa Day
• June 29-30 – Eid Al-Adha
• July 19 – Awal Muharram
• September 27 – Mouloud
• November 28 – Independence Day

Industries Supported in Mauritania

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

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