Central African Republic has a population of 4.9 million people and is ranked number 46 in Africa according to nominal GDP ($2.59 billion). Central African Republic practices a traditional economic system with a focus on agriculture and forestry.

Central African Republic has a minimum wage of 35,000 CFA francs per month mandated by the government. Employers who fail to meet the minimum are subject to punishment by the government.

The Central African Republic has a government-mandated minimum wage, and no worker in the country is allowed to be paid less than this minimum wage. Employers in the Central African Republic who do to pay the Minimum Wage may face penalties from the Central African Republic's government.

The resident individual tax rates vary depending on annual income as follows; 

The Central African Republic has a standard corporate rate of 30%. Both residents and non-residents companies in the agricultural sector have a reduced rate of 20%. 

The income tax is paid through the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system computed using the personal income tax rates.

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Statutory Deductions

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Every female worker is entitled to 98 days (14 weeks) of fully paid maternity leave with six weeks before birth and eight weeks after birth. A three weeks extension can be offered in case of birth complications. 

An employment contract can be terminated when the contract period ends if fixed for a certain period by the employer or the employee. In the case of gross misconduct, an employment contract can be terminated without notice.

Notice Period

Central African Republic notice periods the following guidelines:  

• One day for less than three months of casual/seasonal work
• Two weeks for more than 3months but less than six month’s work
• One month for six months or more but less than a year’s work
• Two months for one year or more but less than two year’s work
• Three months for two years or more or where there’s no time limit for the contract