Tax and accounting in Zambia

Self-employed or running a company in Zambia: what to know

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How do I register a business in Zambia?

The ways to trade, as self-employed or through a company, the steps to register and who you register with. Read the Zambia Company Formation & Entity Choice Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team.

How does income tax work in Zambia?

Who pays, how the tax is worked out, what you can deduct and when to file, including for the self-employed. Read the Zambia Corporate Income Tax Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team. 2 more Zambia Guides on this below.

How do VAT and sales taxes work in Zambia?

When you have to register, how often you file and what you can claim back. Read the Zambia VAT Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team.

What do I need to do to pay staff in Zambia?

Withholding, social contributions and the employer registrations and filings. Read the Zambia Payroll & Social Contributions Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team.

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