Grow Your Workforce in Martinique

Labor Laws in Martinique

• Annual Leave: 30 days
• Maternity Leave: 16 weeks
• Public Holidays: 12
• Workweek: 35 hours per week.

Income Tax in Martinique

Income Tax in Martinique is progressive and ranges from 0% to 45%.

Value Added Tax (VAT) in Martinique

The standard VAT Rate (GST) is 8.5%.

Social Security in Martinique

Employers and employees contribute to the Social Security system, which provides benefits such as health insurance, retirement pensions, unemployment benefits, and family allowances.

• Employer Contribution:Approximately 41% to 45% of total earnings, depending on the specific rates applied.
• Employee Contribution:Approximately 19% of total earnings.

Work Visas Martinique

The visas available to legally work in Martinique include:

Work Permit (Autorisation de travail):

• This is the primary visa required for foreign nationals wishing to work in Martinique.
• It is typically issued for a duration of up to two years and can be extended.
• Applicants must secure a job offer from a Martinique employer who will sponsor the visa application.

Intra-Company Transfer Visa:

• For employees of multinational companies who are being transferred to a branch in Martinique.
• This visa allows the employee to work in Martinique while maintaining employment with the parent company.

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