East Africa · Employer of Record
Employer of Record Tanzania — Hire Without a Local Entity
Tanzania's strategic Indian Ocean coast, natural resource wealth, and growing services sector make it an increasingly important destination for multinational investment. Two Max Group employs your Tanzania-based staff as their legal employer, managing all statutory obligations under the Employment and Labour Relations Act 2004.
48–72 hrs
Employee Active
Director
Personally Manages
14+ Years
East Africa Practice
KES 0
Statutory Penalties
Market Context
Why Tanzania?
Tanzania is East Africa's second-largest economy by GDP, with a population of over 63 million. Dar es Salaam is a major commercial hub for Southern and Eastern Africa, attracting investment in mining, oil and gas, agriculture, and financial services.
—Tanzania has one of the most employee-protective labour laws in East Africa — proper legal compliance is essential
—NSSF (National Social Security Fund) contributions total 20% of gross salary — among the highest in the region
—The Employment and Labour Relations Act 2004 mandates written contracts for all employees
—Employees are entitled to 28 working days annual leave — the most generous statutory minimum in East Africa
—Dar es Salaam serves as the commercial gateway for the Great Lakes region (DRC, Zambia, Malawi)
—Growing fintech and telecommunications sector alongside extractives
What Is Included
Full EOR Scope
Compliant employment contract drafting (Tanzanian law / ELRA 2004)
PAYE calculation and monthly TRA (Tanzania Revenue Authority) remittance
NSSF registration and monthly contributions (20% total)
Annual leave, sick leave, and maternity entitlement management
Payslip generation and payroll records in TZS and USD
Employee onboarding and HR document management
Termination management — notice, severance, and Tribunal compliance
Local HR advisory and ELRA 2004 interpretation guidance
Onboarding Process
From brief to active in 48–72 hours
01
Submit Enquiry
Complete the engagement form. A Director contacts you within one business day.
02
Scoped Proposal
Fixed-fee proposal with compliance obligations, timelines, and deliverables.
03
Employment Contract
Tanzanian-law compliant contract drafted and executed for your employee.
04
Payroll Active
Statutory registrations, deductions, and first payroll run handled end-to-end.
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Employment Law
Tanzania 2025/26
Employment and Labour Relations Act 2004 (ELRA) · Social Security Regulatory Authority (SSRA)
CurrencyTZS (Tanzanian Shilling)
Corporate Tax30%
PAYE Rate9% – 30% progressive
Pension — Employee10% of gross salary
Pension — Employer10% of gross salary
Annual Leave28 working days per year
Maternity Leave84 days (paid, by employer for first 3 pregnancies)
Notice PeriodMinimum 28 days (contract-dependent)
Official LanguagesSwahili, English
CapitalDodoma (administrative) / Dar es Salaam (commercial)
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One Director. Full compliance. Active in 48–72 hours.