Nigeria

ADS Employer of Record in Nigeria

Africa Deployments Nigeria offers a seamless Employer of Record (EOR) solution that covers all regions within Nigeria. We provide tailored full-time employment or fixed-term contracts for both local employees and expatriates based on your business requirements.

Our services include:

  • Work permit processing under our umbrella
  • Issuance of local employment contracts
  • Advisory on best HR practices for setting up employees locally

We currently partner with several NGOs and Development Agencies in Nigeria to provide compliant and efficient workforce solutions.

Payroll Management

Our payroll solutions ensure full compliance with Nigerian regulations. Key payroll features include:

  • Accurate calculation and timely remittance of local taxes and PAYE to Revenue Services
  • On-time monthly salary payments
  • Issuance of employee payslips

Additional Benefits

We also offer comprehensive employee benefits, such as:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Workmen’s Compensation Insurance

Key Employment Insights

Language:

  • Official language: English (less common in rural areas)
  • Other major languages: Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, Fulfulde, Ibibio, Kanuri, Tiv

Employment Contracts: We offer the following contract types through our EOR solutions:

  • Fixed-term contracts
  • Indefinite-term contracts

Contracts and offer letters must:

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

Full-Time Employees:

  • Specific working terms and conditions
  • Eligibility for organizational perks and/or benefits
  • Probationary period: 3 to 6 months (maximum)

Working Hours:

  • Standard: 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week
  • Overtime: Paid at a higher rate depending on duration and the day (including weekends/public holidays)

Mandatory Contributions:

Contribution Type

Employee Rate

Employer Rate

National Pension Scheme

8% of monthly emolument

10% of monthly emolument

National Housing Fund

2.5% of monthly income

2.5% of monthly income

Employee Compensation Scheme

N/A

Varies by industry

Leave Policies

  • Medical Leave: Up to 12 paid sick leave days per year with certified health documentation
  • Annual Leave: After 1 year of employment, 6 paid leave days per year (or ½ day per month accrued leave)
  • Maternity Leave: 12 weeks paid at 50% (part employer, part insurance)
  • Paternity Leave:
    • Lagos: 2 weeks
    • Enugu: 3 weeks

Bonuses and Termination Guidelines

  • Mandatory Bonuses: No statutory requirement, but performance-based and annual bonuses are common.
  • Severance Pay: No statutory severance requirement.
  • Notice Period: Typically 30 days or payment in lieu, depending on service length and employment type.

Corporate Tax and VAT Rates

  • Corporate Tax Rate: 30% (in general)
  • VAT/Sales Tax Rate: 7.5% on most goods and services

Public Holidays

  • January 1: New Year’s Day
  • April 7: Good Friday
  • April 21–22: Eid-al-Fitr
  • May 1: Workers’ Day
  • June 12: Democracy Day
  • June 28–29: Eid-al-Adha
  • October 1: Independence Day
  • December 25–26: Christmas Holidays

Industries We Support

We provide services across a diverse range of industries, including:

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

Double Tax Treaties

Nigeria has double taxation agreements with several countries, including:

  • Belgium
  • Canada
  • China
  • Czech Republic
  • France
  • Netherlands
  • Pakistan
  • Philippines
  • Romania
  • Singapore
  • Slovakia
  • South Africa
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • United Kingdom

 

 

 

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

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