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Employer of Record Botswana

Expanding to Botswana? EOR (Employer of Record) Services Help You Hire Globally, Pay Locally, and Expand Effortlessly

When contemplating the global expansion of your business, INS Global’s EOR services stand out as the optimal choice for boosting efficiency and productivity while ensuring total compliance with local regulations. Teaming up with our experienced Employer of Record in Botswana enables you to recruit and manage employees seamlessly without establishing a local entity.  

Our EOR services in Botswana provide a reliable, streamlined, and cost-effective solution for sourcing, employing, and overseeing local talent. With INS Global’s services spanning more than 100 countries worldwide, you can efficiently manage a diverse and globally dispersed workforce from virtually any location.  

With our dedicated Employer of Record in Botswana to navigate the intricacies of international expansion and handle all HR-related functions with ease, you can enter new markets in as little as a week, saving both time and resources effectively. 

Employer of Record Botswana - Summary

The Advantages of Using an EOR or Professional Employer Organization in Botswana

Legal Compliance Assurance

Choose an Employer of Record (EOR) service well-versed in Botswana’s regulatory landscape to assist you in recruiting and supervising an international workforce, ensuring meticulous legal compliance. This proactive approach shields you from potential fines and other compliance penalties specific to Botswana’s regulations. 

Lower Expansion Costs

Collaborate with an Employer of Record or PEO in Botswana to facilitate global growth and significantly reduce the typical expenses associated with expansion. Without establishing a new entity in Botswana, you can scale your operations as you need. 

Focus on Growing Your Company

An Employer of Record in Botswana assumes all HR-related responsibilities, streamlining your operations into a single platform and giving you the freedom to focus entirely on the international goals of your business 

Expand Effortlessly

Creating a new company in Botswana can be time-consuming, taking anywhere from 4 to 12 months in Botswana. An Employer of Record service, in contrast, expedites the expansion process, enabling you to enter the Botswanan market in as little as a week.. 

Manage Your HR Online From Anywhere

INS Global provides an efficient means for you to manage your diverse, global workforce online through a cutting-edge digital platform. Our advanced cloud-based HR system allows you to easily oversee all your employees and their needs remotely, all with a service tailored to Botswana’s digital landscape. 

Why Choose an EOR in Botswana Over Company Incorporation?

Opting for EOR services in Botswana streamlines the expansion process, allowing you to expand in less than a week. Working with a Botswanan EOR saves time on developing abroad, lowers expansion costs, ensures legal compliance, and allows you to focus on growing your business in the unique context of Botswana. 

Working with a Botswanan EOR… 

  • Saves time on expanding  
  • Lowers expansion costs 
  • Ensures legal compliance 
  • Allows you to focus on growing your business 
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Manuel Ramos

TERAO ASIA

Managing Director

We think INS Global is a good solution about starting in a market like China. Understanding the market doesn’t mean you need to set up a company immediately. 

5/5

How Does an EOR In Botswana Work?

INS Global’s EOR in Botswana allows your company to expand abroad in just 4 simple steps, catering specifically to the Botswanan business environment: 

  1. We work with your business to create a tailored expansion plan in Botswana. 
  2. Our organization provides the legal entity needed to hire and manage staff locally, ensuring total compliance with Botswana’s legal requirements. 
  3. We handle all HR-related tasks such as hiring, contract management, and payroll management to continue satisfaction and legal security in Botswana. 
  4. Your employees focus on your goals while we take care of HR and monthly payroll, providing a seamless experience within Botswana’s business landscape. 

What is the Difference Between PEO And Employer of Record Services in Botswana?

In Botswana, a Professional Employer Organization handles a range of Human Resources tasks, acting as a strategic HR partner. On the other hand, an EOR (Employer of Record) possesses the legal authority to hire and manage employees on your behalf, streamlining the process from start to finish in accordance with Botswana’s regulations. 

INS Global offers both choices, ensuring that whether you need an EOR or PEO in Botswana, you have the support you need to expand comfortably. 

Labor Law in Botswana

Employment Contracts in Botswana

  • Professional employment in Botswana should always start with an official letter of employment from the employer. 
  • In Botswana, unskilled employees receive a probation period of up to 3 months, while skilled employees can receive a probation period of up to 12 months. 
  • An employment contract should specify and describe the employee’s role in detail. 
  • An employer can end the contract early if the employee violates the conditions of their employment contract. 
  • Employees are entitled to a notice period equal to the wage cycle. This means that if they are paid weekly, they should receive 1 week’s notice. If they are paid monthly, they are entitled to 1 month’s notice. 
  • Severance pay is required for employees being let go in Botswana if the employee has been at the company for more than 5 years. This payment is equal to 1 day of pay for every month worked. After 5 years, this increases to 2 days’ pay for each month served. 

Working Hours in Botswana

  • The working week in Botswana runs from Monday to Friday. 
  • Full-time employees generally work 8 hours per day, for a maximum of 48 hours per week. 
  • Employees are not allowed to work more than 9 hours a day in a 5-day work week or 8 hours a day in a 6-day work week. 
  • Part-time employees work 20 hours per week. 
  • Employees are entitled to a higher hourly rate for overtime. This is generally 150% of the normal hourly rate. 

Annual Leave in Botswana

  • Botswana has 11 official national holidays. 
  • Employees are entitled to 1.25 days of paid time off for every month worked. This translates to 15 days of paid time off per year. 

Sick Leave in Botswana

  • Employees are entitled to their basic salary for 20 days if they’re sick and cannot come to work.  
  • A valid doctor’s note must be presented to HR as proof of illness.  
  • After 20 days, the employer is not obligated to pay an employee’s full basic salary, and employees can instead claim social security. 

Maternity / Paternity Leave in Botswana

  • According to Botswanan law, female employees are entitled to 12 weeks of maternity leave in Botswana. During this time, they are entitled to a portion of their salary, which should be at least 50% of their basic income. 
  • Maternity leave is generally 4 weeks before birth and 8 weeks after.  
  • Male employees are not provided with statutory paternity leave. 

Tax Laws in Botswana

  • Employers in Botswana are responsible for withholding all taxes and social contributions. 
  • Employers must register for PAYE (Pay as You Earn) taxes on behalf of employees.  
  • All taxes and social security contributions should be withheld from employee salaries and paid on a monthly basis. 
  • Employers can contribute to an employee’s pension, but this cannot exceed 15% of their total remuneration.  
  • The corporate income tax rate is set at 22% for both local and foreign companies. 
  • Income tax in Botswana is based on a sliding scale and increases as employees make more money. The tax table is as follows:  

 

Monthly Salary 

Tax Rate (%) 

0 BWP – 48,000 BWP:  

0% 

48,000 BWP – 84,000 BWP:  

5% 

84,000 BWP – 120,000 BWP: 

12.5% 

120,000 BWP – 156,000 BWP: 

18,75% 

156,000 BWP – Above:  

25% 

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FAQs

While setting up a local entity is an option, working with a local Employer of Record is more efficient in Botswana. Employer of Record services have local expertise that helps streamline hiring and managing staff on your behalf. 

An Employer of Record in Botswana handles all kinds of HR-related tasks. This includes payroll processing, tax deductions, employment contracts, social security contributions, and more. This ensures legal compliance for your entire international workforce. 

Establishing a new company abroad can take anywhere from a few months to a year, but with INS Global’s EOR services, you can recruit employees and expand to a new market in less than a week. 

EOR service costs are linked directly to your employees monthly salary. They are generally calculated as a percentage of the employees salary and include all the HR functions needed to ensure compliance in Botswana 

Yes, working with an Employer of Record in Botswana is a simple and efficient solution that streamlines your expansion plans while reducing costs. 

Salaries are typically processed monthly for full-time employees, while part-time workers can be paid weekly or bi-monthly. 

While recruitment in Botswana comes with all kinds of costs, INS Global simplifies remote recruitment, hiring, and staff management, reducing the costs of finding and managing an international workforce. 

Yes, an Employer of Record in Botswana can recruit and hire employees from all regions in Botswana, allowing you to expand across the country. 

Modifications to employment contracts require mutual agreement. This means both the employer and employee have to agree to all changes. 

Absolutely, employers in Botswana are responsible for withholding taxes and social contributions from employee salaries before payments are processed, as well as making an employers contribution to each employees social security. 

INS Global tailors its services to your specific needs, helping you with recruiting and hiring as many or as few employees as you need for your expansion plans. 

Severance pay is required for employees being let go in Botswana if the employee has been at the company for more than 5 years. This payment is equal to 1 day of pay for every month worked. After 5 years, this increases to 2 days of pay for each month served.  

In Botswana, you can hire employees for in-person and remote opportunities, allowing you to reduce your overheads while expanding internationally. 

Yes, our local experts have extensive experience in sourcing top talent around the world. We provide support in recruiting, hiring, and managing your workforce, regardless of your location. 

Botswana observes 11 public holidays where employees are entitled to a paid day off. Working on these holidays usually comes with a higher hourly rate. 

Employers must comply with labor laws and regulations to avoid expensive penalties and fines. Collaborating with an experienced EOR in Botswana ensures local compliance during your international expansion. 

Yes! INS Global helps hire and manage a diverse workforce, making hiring both Botswanan citizens and foreigners simple. 

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