Over more than a decade, Africa HR Solutions has become a leading payroll service provider in the Republic of Congo and across Africa with a proven track record of success with over 400 clients across many industries.
Avoid unnecessary headaches and mistakes – manage everything from a single point of contact. Your dedicated account manager is always available to assist with any queries you may have.
Give your team the tools they need to easily manage their payslips, leave allowances, and other claims. Powered by SAGE, the employee self-service portal will make their lives easier.
Ensuring your operations are carried out compliantly is a must. From country-specific employee contribution to tax policies, we make sure your company is up to code with the Republic of Congo’s legislation at all times.
Geographic location: The Republic of Congo (Congo-Brazzaville) is a country found in the heart of Africa. The country is bordered northwest by Cameroon, to the north by the Central African Republic, to the east and south by the Democratic Republic of the Congo, to the southwest by the Angolan exclave of Cabinda, and to the west by Gabon.
Population: The Republic of Congo shows much promise with its young generation: 47% of the population is aged under 18.
Economy: Its economy is mainly driven by the oil and natural gas industry, placing the country as the third largest petrol producer in Sub-Saharan Africa, with petrol accounting for 80% of all exports. Despite it being rich in natural resources such as iron, phosphate and gold, the Republic of Congo does not possess any large-scale mining operations. The country still faces many challenges, such as poor electricity supply (only 66% in urban regions), which can halt investments.
Employer Contribution
Employee Contribution
Value-added tax (VAT)
The standard VAT rate is 18% in the Republic of Congo.
Paid Time-Off
Employees are generally entitled to at least one day of paid leave for every month of effective service in the Republic of Congo.
For workers under the age of 18, the amount is to be at least one and a half days of leave.
Sick Leave
There is no statutory sick leave in the Republic of Congo, but some employers grant a few days of paid sick leave to their workers.
Maternity Leave
In the Republic of Congo, women are entitled to a minimum of 14 weeks’ paid maternity leave at 67% of their regular wage. They must have accumulated at least 6 months of consecutive service to be eligible for this leave.
Paternity Leave
There is no statutory paternity leave in the Republic of Congo.
Unless stipulated otherwise, the required notice period is generally 14 working days as from the day of notification provided by the employer.
The notice period is increased by 7 working days per year of continuous service – date to date.
There is no statutory severance pay in the Republic of Congo.
Pay your talents are paid on time and without error! Our team at Africa HR Solutions also provides your company the guidance you need to ensure that your operations comply with the Republic of Congo’s labour Code and tax policies. Over the years, we have played a pivotal role in the expansion of over 400 clients across Africa by providing reliable HR and payroll and cross-border payment outsourcing solutions.
While the content presented on this webpage is accurate as of the time of publication, it is imperative to recognise that the content is provided solely for informational purposes and does not constitute legal and/or tax advice. To obtain the most current and precise guidance, it is essential to verify specific details related to employment or compliance with our experts or consult your own legal and/or tax advisor(s). Africa HR Solutions Ltd. explicitly does not offer legal or tax advice. The information provided is general in nature, not tailored to a specific company or workforce, and does not reflect the service delivery of Africa HR Solutions in any given jurisdiction. Africa HR Solutions makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of this information and disclaims any liability arising out of or in connection with it, including any loss resulting from the use of or reliance on the information.
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