Expand your global workforce in Congo
Your guide to the employment landscape, working customs and local labor laws in Congo
Capital
Kinshasa
Currency
Congolese Franc (CDF)
Languages
French, Swahili, Lingala
GDP per Capita
$746.93
Employer Tax
14.2% - 19.2%
Payroll Frequency
Monthl
Talent overview
Congo is considered to be extremely rich in natural resources, and mining communities are prominent in the major cities. Minerals are the most significant export of Congo, with China importing more than 50% of their exports in 2019.
Major economic hubs:
Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, Mbuji-Mayi
Skills in demand:
Management, Sales, Banking, Hospitality, Food Processing, Construction, Healthcare
Congo
Top local universities in Congo
University of Kinshasa
Ranking:
Local: 1
World: 7969
Université Catholique de Bukavu
Ranking:
Local: 2
World: 8269
Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs
Ranking:
Local: 3
World: 9982
Université Catholique du Congo
Ranking:
Local: 4
World: 10410
Université Officielle de Bukavu
Ranking:
Local: 5
World: 10476
Top Local Job Boards:
Devnet Jobs, JobNet Africa, AfricaWork
Number of LinkedIn users:
550,400
Top Recruitment Agencies:
Where to find talent
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Salary Data
Some of the popular jobs and their annual salaries are listed below:
| Job Title | Average Monthly Salary (CDF) | Average Monthly Salary (USD) |
| Director | 824,000 | 332 |
| Operations Manager | 1,230,000 | 496 |
| Finance Manager | 932,000 | 376 |
| Surgeon | 1,090,000 | 439 |
| IT Manager | 738,000 | 297 |
Employ in Congo
Employing in Congo
Below are the key points an employer must keep in mind while seeking employees in Congo.
Employee Contract:
In Congo, an employment contract can be oral or written. It is strongly advised to draft a written agreement. The written contract can be fixed or open-ended. A verbal contract will always be considered open-ended until evidence of it being specified in writing is presented.
Probation Period
The probationary period for employees in Congo not exceed 1 month for unskilled laborers or 6 months for other employees.
Public and Provincial Holidays
| Date | Name | Type |
| January 1 | New Year’s Day | National Holiday |
| January 3 | Martyrs of Independence Day observed | National Holiday |
| January 4 | Martyrs of Independence Day | National Holiday |
| January 16 | Anniversary of President Laurent Kabila’s Assassination | National Holiday |
| January 17 | Anniversary of Prime Minister Patrice Emery Lumumba’s Assassination | National Holiday |
| May 1 | May Day | National Holiday |
| May 17 | Liberation Day | National Holiday |
| June 30 | Independence Day | National Holiday |
| August 1 | Parents’ Day | National Holiday |
| December 25 | Christmas Day | National Holiday |
Employee Leaves:
| Type of Leave | Duration | Mandatory |
| Annual Leave | 12 days | Yes |
| Sick Leave | 10 days | Yes |
| Maternity Leave | 14 weeks (with partial pay) | Yes |
Leave Compliance
Public and Provincial Holidays
Payroll in Congo
Payroll cycle
Monthly
Minimum wage
The minimum wage in Congo is set to 770,400 CDF per month.
Overtime pay
Overtime pay in Congo is set to 30% over base pay for the first 6 hours and 60% for subsequent hours. For off-days and weekends, overtime pay is 100% over base pay.
How taxes work
Employer Payroll Tax:
| Type of Tax | Rate |
| National insurance fund |
|
| National office for professional training |
|
| National office of employment | 0.2% |
Employee Payroll Tax:
| Type of Tax | Rate |
| Social Security | 5% |
Employee Income Tax:
| Taxable Income (Congolese francs, CDF) | Income Tax Rate (%) |
| 0 to 1,944,000 | 3% |
| 1,944,001 up to 21,600,000 | 15% |
| 21,600,001 up to 43,200,000 | 30% |
| Over 43,200,000 | 40% |
Bonus
13th Month Pay:
Not mandatory
Employee Benefits:
- Maternity Leave
- Social Security
- Bonuses
- Insurance
Employee offboarding
Employment in Congo can be terminated both by the employee and the employer. The employer can terminate the employment on substantial grounds. If the employment is terminated without any grounds, the employer must pay a severance to the employee.
If notice is provided by the employer, the minimum period is 14 days, and it increases by 7 days for each year of service.
If notice is given by the employee, the required notice period is equal to half of the period the employer should give in that situation.
The severance pay rate depends on the employment contract.
Visa and
immigration
Non-Congolese employees must obtain a work visa to be employed in Congo. An individual traveling to Congo for employment can apply for a standard work permit, valid for up to two years. They can also apply for a work-specific visa that will allow them to work and reside in the country for one year.
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