Tanzania Employer of Record (EOR) & Payroll Services

Expanding your business into Tanzania? Africa Deployments (ADS) offers comprehensive Employer of Record (EOR) solutions, simplifying your expansion into this East African nation. We handle all aspects of local employment, allowing you to focus on your core business.

Our Tanzania EOR services include:

• Hiring in Tanzania: Flexible employment solutions, including fixed-term and indefinite-term contracts for local and expatriate hires.
• Work Permits & Local Contracts: ADS applies for work permits and issues compliant local contracts.
• HR Support in Tanzania: Expert advice on local HR best practices.
• Payroll Services: Handling tax (PAYE) remittances, ensuring compliance and timely salaries.
• Employee Benefits: We can offer Medical, Disability, Life, and Workmen’s Compensation Insurances.

Why Choose Africa Deployments for Your Tanzania Expansion?

• Reduce risk and administrative burden.
• Save time and resources.
• Benefit from expert guidance.
• Ensure compliant and efficient operations.

About Tanzania:

Tanzania is an East African country known for its vast wilderness areas, including Serengeti National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the islands of Zanzibar and Mafia.

Key Facts about Tanzania:

• Population: 63.59 million (2021)
• Capital: Dodoma (official), Dar es Salaam (business center)
• Currency: Tanzanian Shilling
• Languages: Swahili, English
• GDP: $67.84 billion USD (2021)
• Key Industries: Tourism, Mining, Construction

Employment in Tanzania:

Employment Contracts:

ADS offers fixed-term and indefinite-term contracts compliant with Tanzanian law. Contracts must be in writing, in Swahili or English, and in Tanzanian Shillings, outlining salary, benefits, and termination requirements. The maximum probationary period is 12 months.

Taxation:

Residents are taxed on worldwide income, while non-residents are taxed only on Tanzania-source income. Expatriates are generally taxed on Tanzanian income.

Income Exempt from Taxes:

Limited exemptions exist, including certain travel costs, café services, pension contributions, medical services, and specific allowances for government employees.

Working Hours and Overtime:

Standard working hours are up to 9 hours per day (excluding a 1-hour unpaid lunch break) and 45 hours per week. Overtime is paid for hours exceeding 45 per week. Employees are entitled to a weekly rest day.

Mandatory Contributions:

• Employee: Up to 10% to the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), 5% to the Public Service Social Security Fund, and contributions to the Skills and Development Levy and Workers Compensation Fund.
• Employer: Up to 20% to the NSSF, 15% to the Public Service Social Security Fund, 4% to the Skills and Development Levy (for companies with 10+ employees), and 0.5% to the Workers Compensation Fund.

Leave Policies:

• Maternity Leave: 84 days
• Paternity Leave: 3 days
• Annual Leave: 28 days (inclusive of public holidays)
• Sick Leave: 126 days (first 63 days full pay, second 63 days half pay)
• Compassionate Leave: 4 days

Bonuses:

Bonuses are not mandatory.

Gratuity/Severance:

Severance pay is required after one year of service and is at least 7 days’ basic wage for each completed year of employment, up to a maximum of ten years.

Fringe Benefits:

Fringe benefits are possible but are generally included in taxable income.

Probationary Period:

Up to 12 months.

13th Month Pay (Bonus):

Not mandatory.

Tax Rates:

• Corporate Tax: 30%
• VAT: 18% (Mainland), 15% (Zanzibar)

Public Holidays:

• January 1 – New Year’s Day
• January 12 – Zanzibar Revolution Day
• April 07 – Good Friday
• April 07 – Karume Day
• April 09 – Easter Sunday
• April 10 – Easter Monday
• April 22 – Eid ul-Fitr
• April 23 – Eid ul-Fitr Holiday
• April 26 – Union Day
• May 01 – Labour Day
• June 29 – Eid El Haj
• July 07 – Saba Saba Day
• August 08 – Nane Nane (Farmer’s) Day
• September 27 – Maulid Day
• October 14 – Mwalimu Nyerere Day
• December 09 – Independence Day
• December 25 – Christmas Day
• December 26 – Boxing Day

Supported Industries:

We support NGOs, Engineering & Construction, Government/Development Agencies, Oil & Gas, FMCG & Manufacturing, Finance, Insurance & Banking, Mining, and Agriculture.

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