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DR Congo
- Employer of Record solutions in DR Congo
- Complete staff onboarding without setting up a local entity
- Payroll management and payment in the local currency
- Local labor law compliance expertise in the DR Congo
- Outplacement expertise for your peace of mind
- Visa and work permit applications
POPULATION
109,000,000
LANGUAGES
French
COUNTRY CAPITAL
Kinshasa
CURRENCY
CDF
Summary of DR Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is a country in Central Africa, with its capital in Kinshasa. The country is the fourth most populous in Africa, with a population of 109 million as of 2024. DR Congo uses the Congolese Franc as their currency. While French is the official language used in Congo, Lingala, Kituba, Swahili, and Tshiluba are the national languages. DR Congo has a GDP of $70.75 billion as of 2024, and the economy heavily depends on commodity prices.
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Holidays Per Year
45 hrs per week
Working hours
Compensation & Benefits in BF
CDF 70,400
Average wage per month
3-4 weeks
Annual vacation leave (min)
The standard working hours in the DRC are 45 hours spread over five days a week. However, many employees work longer hours, particularly in sectors such as mining and industry. Overtime is paid 1.25 times the normal hourly rate for the first two extra hours and 1.5 times the normal rate for additional hours.
Taxation in DR Congo
Tax deductions and allowances. Employees benefit from specific deductions and allowances that reduce their taxable income. These include social security contributions, professional expenses, and family allowances.
Employment laws in DR Congo are governed by a combination of national legislation and international conventions that the government has ratified. However, the Labour Code of the DRC provides the primary framework for employment laws. Here is an overview of the employment law in the DRC.
- Employment Contracts. The law allows two types of contracts: fixed-term and permanent. Fixed contracts are typically used for temporary or project-based work, whereas permanent contracts are employed for standard, ongoing employment.
- Working Hours. The standard working hours in the DRC are 45 hours spread over five or six days a week. However, many employees work longer hours, particularly in sectors such as mining and industry. Overtime is paid 1.25 times the normal hourly rate for the first two extra hours and 1.5 times the normal rate for additional hours.
- Minimum Wage. The minimum wage in DRC is 70,400 Congolese Francs per month as of 2024.
- Paid Leave. All employees are entitled to 30 days of paid leave after one year of consistent service. Employees are also entitled to paid leave on public holidays. Sick leave is typically up to 6 months. Maternity leave includes 14 consecutive weeks that can be split into a maximum of six weeks before childbirth and eight weeks after.
- Trade Unions and Collective Bargaining. Employees can join trade unions and engage in collective bargaining. Labor disputes are usually addressed through the National Labor Council or labor tribunals.
Employers in the DRC are required to withhold and remit taxes and social contributions on behalf of their employees. Adhering to these tax regulations is vital for compliance. The system involves contributions to social security, withholding of personal income tax, and adherence to reporting timelines.
- Social Security. The employer contributes 8% of the employee’s gross salary, while the employee contributes 3% of their gross salary.
- Personal Income Tax (IPR). The IPR is a progressive tax that increases as the income rises. The rate ranges from 0% to 40%.
- Tax deductions and allowances. Employees benefit from specific deductions and allowances that reduce their taxable income. These include social security contributions, professional expenses, and family allowances.
Talent Grid Africa makes it easy to expand your business operations in the DR Congo. Here are the benefits of partnering with us.
- We stay up-to-date with labor laws in the DR Congo to ensure we can effectively manage employment contracts, tax filings, and terminations.
- Our team delivers accurate, timely payroll payments in the local currency.
- We handle onboarding, payroll outsourcing, and work permits and visas to ensure you hire talent quickly and efficiently, while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
An EOR is a third-party company like Talent Grid Africa that legally employs staff on behalf of foreign companies, handling payroll, compliance, and HR tasks without requiring a local entity.
No, using an EOR like Talent Grid Africa allows you to hire employees without establishing a local company.
The minimum wage is 70,400 Congolese Francs per month.
The standard workweek is 45 hours, spread over five days, with overtime rates applied for additional hours.
They stay updated on labor laws, manage employment contracts, process payroll accurately, and handle tax filings and employee benefits in compliance with local regulations.