Foreign nationals must obtain a work permit and residence authorization before commencing employment in Haiti. Employers are responsible for sponsoring the application and ensuring compliance with immigration and labour regulations.

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Work permits are typically issued for a fixed duration and must be renewed for continued employment. Authorities may require justification that the role cannot be filled locally.

• Employers must register with the Haitian tax authority (Direction Générale des Impôts) and the Office National d’Assurance Vieillesse (ONA).
• Payroll is generally processed monthly. Employers must:
  
  • Withhold income tax
  • Deduct employee social security contributions
  • Pay employer contributions
  • File monthly payroll returns
• Social Security Contributions (approximate):
  
  • Employer: ~6%
  • Employee: ~6%
• Additional contributions may apply for workplace insurance and training funds.

• Contracts may be fixed-term or indefinite. Written contracts are recommended and commonly used.
• Probation Period: Typically up to 3 months.
• Working Hours:
  
  • Standard workweek: 48 hours
  • Overtime must be compensated at premium rates
• Minimum Wage: Varies by sector and is regulated by government decree.
• Termination: Termination requires notice or payment in lieu. Employers must justify dismissal in certain cases.
• Severance: Employees are entitled to severance based on years of service, typically calculated as a multiple of salary.

• Annual Leave: Minimum 15 days of paid leave after one year of service.
• Sick Leave: Paid sick leave is available, often subject to medical certification.
• Maternity Leave: 12 weeks paid leave.
• Paternity Leave: Limited statutory provision, often determined by employer policy.
• Public Holidays: Approximately 10–12 national holidays annually.
• Employers may provide additional benefits such as transport or housing allowances.

• Tax Residency: Individuals residing or working in Haiti for extended periods may be considered tax residents.
• Residents are generally taxed on Haitian-sourced income.
• Tax Year: October 1 – September 30.
• Haiti applies a progressive personal income tax system with rates up to 30%.