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Easily manage employment in Burkina Faso

Make employment in Burkina Faso easy. Let us handle payroll, benefits, taxes, compliance, and even stock options for your team in Burkina Faso, all in one easy-to-use platform.

Facts & Stats

Capital

Ouagadougou

Official language

French

Currency

West African CFA franc

Population

21510181

GDP real growth rate

5.7

VAT rate

18%

Ease of doing business

Below average

Grow your team in Burkina Faso with Remote

You can pay contractors now in Burkina Faso with Remote in some currencies (talk to a Remote expert now for more details).

Companies hiring in Burkina Faso are typically required to either own a legal entity in the country or work with a global employment solutions provider to employ on the company's behalf. Developing the processes required to manage payroll, benefits, taxes, and onboarding in countries like Burkina Faso can get complicated fast, especially without localized expertise. If you’re looking to start hiring in a country like this, using a global HR platform like Remote makes it easy to hire workers in full compliance with all local legislation. In the countries where we do offer our Employer of Record product, Remote takes on responsibility for compliance so you can focus on hiring great talent and growing your business.

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Transparent pricing, no guesswork

  • No hidden fees: just clear, upfront pricing
  • Pay for what you use: simple, predictable costs
  • Designed for global teams: scales with your business

Contractor management in Burkina Faso

Hiring contractors in Burkina Faso can be a strategic way for businesses to complete projects efficiently while reducing costs. Whether you are engaging independent contractors for specialized tasks or bringing in subcontractors for labor-intensive work, it is crucial to understand the country’s legal framework and regulations to ensure compliance.

Understanding contractor management in Burkina Faso

In Burkina Faso, businesses must be aware of local laws regarding labor rights, contracts, and payment terms to avoid potential legal challenges. The country has specific rules about working conditions, remuneration, and tax responsibilities for contractors. Being mindful of these requirements will help businesses stay compliant and protect their interests.

Staying compliant with Remote’s contractor management services

Remote simplifies contractor management in Burkina Faso by ensuring compliance with the country’s labor laws through the following services:

  • Global compliance support: Remote helps businesses stay compliant with labor laws in more than 200 countries, including Burkina Faso. This includes offering localized contracts and proper documentation to meet local requirements.

  • Misclassification protection: Remote includes built-in compliance checks to ensure contractors are correctly classified. The platform also makes it easy to convert contractors to employees when necessary.

  • Centralized documentation: Remote keeps all essential records organized, ensuring businesses are prepared for audits and facilitating tax filings like 1099s for U.S.-based contractors.

  • Legal expertise: Remote’s team of experts provides guidance on local labor laws in Burkina Faso, making international hiring simpler and more transparent.

Remote’s comprehensive approach reduces compliance risks, making contractor management easier and more efficient for businesses working in Burkina Faso.

Seamless contractor payments with Remote

Remote also simplifies contractor payments for businesses working in Burkina Faso, offering a streamlined process that includes:

  • Automated processing: Contractors can enjoy fast and hassle-free payment processing with one-click approvals, bulk payments, and recurring invoices.

  • Global coverage: Remote supports payments in over 200 countries, ensuring flexibility with multiple payment methods and currency options, including those used in Burkina Faso.

  • Cost and compliance: With Remote’s fair price guarantee, businesses pay only for active contractors. The service also ensures compliance with Burkina Faso’s regional regulations and provides localized contracts to safeguard both parties.

Learn more about how Remote simplifies contractor management in Burkina Faso — get started for free today.

Transparent Pricing in Burkina Faso

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Employer of Record pricing

For hiring staff in countries where you do not yet have a local entity.

Starting at $599

employee per month

  • Hire across 90+ countries even without a local entity

  • Onboarding handled by a dedicated specialist

  • Local payroll processed punctually, every time

  • Built-in compliance safeguards

  • Market-competitive, flexible and localised benefits

  • In-house specialists providing ongoing support

  • Remote Platform included, no base fee

Pricing for Global Payroll

For paying staff in countries where you own the entity.

Starting at $29

Employee per month

  • Local gross-to-net calculations

  • Tax filings and statutory contributions remitted per country

  • Time off, timesheets and expenses synchronised

  • Reports organised by country, entity and cost centre

  • Self-serve or fully managed by a specialist

  • Remote Platform included, no base fee

The contract stays with you

Contractor Management

You look after the relationship while we handle the paperwork.

Starting at $29

contractor per month

  • Pay only for the contractors you actively engage with in a given month

  • Bring contractors on board and pay them in 190+ countries

  • Draft, edit and sign localised contracts

  • Approve invoices with a single click or set to auto-pay

  • Compliance screening, expenses and 1099-NEC generation included

  • Remote Platform included; no base fee