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Guinea
- Full support with hiring, training, and integrating employees
- Accurate payroll management in compliance with tax laws
- Seamless global recruitment solutions
- End-to-end assistance with work permits and visas
- Managing employer and employee contributions
- Complete EOR services in Guinea
POPULATION
14,720,000
LANGUAGES
French
COUNTRY CAPITAL
Conakry
CURRENCY
GNF
Guinea at a Glance
The Republic of Guinea is a West African country with a coastline along the Atlantic Ocean. It has its capital at Conakry, which is the largest city in the country. French is the country’s official language, but there are six other indigenous languages, including Pular, Maninka, Susu, Kissi, Kpelle, and Toma. Guinea has a population of 14.72 million, a GDP of $25.33 billion, and a growth rate of 5.7% as of 2024. The economy primarily relies on mining and exporting bauxite, gold, and diamonds. However, agriculture and fishing also play a significant role.
11
Holidays Per Year
40 hrs per week
Working hours
Compensation & Benefits in Guinea
GNF 2,390,000
Average wage per month
3-4 weeks
Annual vacation leave (min)
Talent Grid Africa provides legal solutions that enable international companies to expand into Guinea without the need for a local office. We handle your business’s administrative and legal aspects, including payroll, onboarding, and tax compliance, enabling you to focus on your core business operations.
Overview of Taxation in Guinea
In Guinea, payroll taxes range from 0% for income below 1,000,000 GNF to 20% for earnings above 20,000,000 GNF. Employers with fewer than 30 employees must pay a 2% apprentice tax on gross taxable salaries, while those with more than 10 employees contribute 1.5% to the Professional Training Fund. Social security contributions total 23% of the contribution base, with 18% paid by the employer and 5% by the employee.
Guinea’s Labor Code sets the standards for worker rights, wages, and other aspects of employment. Here is an overview of the primary provisions of the Labor Code.
- Employment Contracts. The Labor Code states that all employees must have a written contract that covers the job description, salary, benefits, and working hours. Guinea has two types of contracts: fixed-term for temporary work not exceeding two years and permanent contracts for ongoing employment. The contracts should be in the official language, use the Guinea Franc as the currency, and align with the Labor Code.
- Working Hours. The standard workweek has 40 hours, spread over 5 or 6 days, with daily hours not exceeding 8. Overtime is compensated at a rate of 130% for the initial 4 hours and at 160% for subsequent hours.
- Expats, Work Permits and Visas. Foreign employees need a visa and a work permit to work in Guinea. The expatriate must apply for a short-term entry visa, and the employer must secure the work permit.
- Paid Leave. Employees are entitled to 2.5 days of paid leave for every month worked.
- Our team provides fast and compliant onboarding to ensure your employees start working within 24 hours.
- We handle contracts, documentation, and legal registration to ensure your company remains compliant with Guinea’s labor laws.
- Our team enables you to hire local and international employees without establishing a local entity. We will manage all your HR, payroll, and compliance tasks.
- We ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
- Our team will help you focus on growing your business as we handle all HR and administrative tasks on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
An Employer of Record in Guinea allows international companies to hire and manage employees without setting up a local entity. Talent Grid Africa handles payroll, onboarding, contracts, and compliance with Guinea’s labour and tax laws.
The standard workweek in Guinea is 48 hours, spread over 5 or 6 days, with a maximum of 8 hours per day. Overtime is paid at 130% for the first 4 hours and 160% for additional hours.
Yes. Foreign employees must secure both a visa and a work permit to work legally in Guinea. Talent Grid Africa assists employers with the full application process.
Employers must comply with payroll tax rates (0%–20%), social security contributions (18% employer, 5% employee), and additional levies such as the apprentice tax and Professional Training Fund contribution, depending on workforce size.
Talent Grid Africa provides end-to-end EOR services, including employee onboarding, payroll management, international recruitment, work permits, visa support, and ensuring compliance with local labour laws.