Could Cameroon Be A Fulfilling Place For You To Contract ‘off The Beaten Track’?

The reasons why you may be attracted to the prospect of contracting in Cameroon are many. This is a country, after all, that is routinely described as “Africa in miniature” due to its stellar geological and cultural diversity. However, it is also sufficiently undiscovered by tourists to offer a certain obscure appeal that does not apply so strongly to other African contracting destinations.

But of course, amid all of the jaw-dropping mountainous, forested and coastal terrain and varied wildlife encompassing the likes of elephants, gorillas, chimpanzees and monkeys, you’ll also need to ensure your working and tax arrangements are above board during your time in Cameroon.

This goes some way to explaining the popularity of Link Global Management’s own services as payroll vendors and tax advisors for independent professionals from across the world who may choose to contract in Cameroon. If you are one of them, here is our rundown of the essentials to be aware of before you accept any job offer or board any flights.

We’ll give you any guidance you need with work permits and visas           

If contracting in this unsung central African country interests you, it probably won’t be possible for you to obtain the relevant work permit and work visa unless you first have an employer willing to sponsor you. This can be a tricky task if you are working independently, and even once you do find a willing sponsor, a new sponsor will be required for every new contract that you take on.

Thankfully, a work permit in Cameroon remains valid for two years, and can be renewed an unlimited number of times. Furthermore, it will be valid for another two years every time it is renewed.

Tax can be one of the most taxing aspects for independent workers here

One of the reasons why we are such a trusted source of International Tax Advice in the first place here at Link Global Management, is the difficulty of ensuring compliance in this regard as an overseas contractor, and our track record of helping such workers to keep on top of their liabilities.

After all, even as an independent professional in Cameroon, you may still be eligible to pay some tax in your home country, so you will need to be well-versed in the relevant legislation.

The Cameroon tax year is the calendar year, and the deadline for lodging a tax return is 15^th March of the year following the income tax year. You will become a tax resident of the country when your centre of interests, business or place of abode is in Cameroon, or if you are engaged in a salaried or non-salaried activity in the country. Staying in Cameroon for more than 183 days in a calendar year will also make you a tax resident.

With all manner of aspects potentially impacting on how much tax you are required to pay as a contractor in Cameroon, it is vital that you consult reputable experts who can give you the most complete and up-to-date international tax advice. We are precisely those experts here at Link Global Management, and would be pleased to receive your enquiry. 

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