Why Hire in Togo
Expanding to Togo
Togo is a strategic commercial and maritime logistics center in West Africa, offering a vibrant French-speaking workforce skilled in trade, banking, customer support, and IT services.
An EOR solution lets international businesses recruit local professionals quickly, bypassing local commercial registration while ensuring complete compliance with the Togolese Labor Code.
Employment Laws
Employment Regulations in Togo
Under the Labor Code, standard working hours are 40 hours per week (8 hours per day). Probationary periods range from 1 to 3 months depending on post complexity. Contract terminations require objective justification and formal written notice ranging from 15 days to 3 months based on service length.
Taxes & Benefits
Taxation and Employee Benefits
Employers pay social security contributions (approx. 17.5% to 21.5% to CNSS) covering pensions, family allowances, and occupational injury insurance. Mandatory statutory benefits include 30 calendar days (2.5 days per month) of paid annual leave, paid public holidays, and paid sick leave.
Payroll Compliance & CNSS Filings
Togolese Payroll Standards
Payroll operates on a monthly schedule in XOF. Employers withhold wage taxes (IRPP) and submit monthly social security contributions directly to the Caisse Nationale de Sécurité Sociale (CNSS).
IP Rights & OAPI Governance
Intellectual Property and Data Security
Intellectual property governance adheres to OAPI framework regulations, assigning work products created under employment contracts directly to the employer. Personal data processing complies with national privacy laws.
