Hiring staff in Comoros: employer obligations
If you employ people in Comoros, employment is governed by the Comorian Labour Code, with social-security contributions to social-security contributions (~20–30% of salary, shared). Put every employee on a written contract from day one, register as an employer, and withhold and remit employee taxes monthly.
Your obligations
- 1 Written employment contracts and statutory minimums under the Comorian Labour Code.
- 2 Register as an employer and contribute to social-security contributions (~20–30% of salary, shared).
- 3 Withhold and remit employee taxes to Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI).
Frequently asked questions
What labour law applies in Comoros?
Employment in Comoros is governed by the Comorian Labour Code, with contributions to social-security contributions (~20–30% of salary, shared).
More on Comoros
- Register a company — Comoros
- Company tax — Comoros
- VAT / sales tax — Comoros
- Start a business — Comoros
- Data protection — Comoros
- Tax clearance — Comoros
- Empowerment / B-BBEE — Comoros
- Licences & permits — Comoros
- Payroll & employee tax — Comoros
- Importing & customs — Comoros
- Annual returns — Comoros
- Full Comoros compliance guide
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Reviewed June 2026 from official sources. General information only — confirm with Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI) or a registered professional.