Africa Deployments (ADS) is an Employer of Record (EOR) provider that lets international companies hire staff in Togo legally, without opening a local entity. As an EOR Togo partner, ADS becomes the legal employer of record, handling labor contracts under the 2021 Labour Code, CNSS social security registration, and income tax withholding, so a foreign business can build a compliant team in this West African economy.
Quick facts: Employer of Record Togo at a glance
- Minimum wage (SMIG): XOF 52,500/month, effective since 1 January 2023
- CNSS social security: combined contribution reported around 17.5% of gross salary; employer/employee split should be confirmed directly with CNSS
- Health insurance: around 5% (combined)
- Payroll tax: around 3%
- Standard workweek: 40 hours
- Annual leave: 30 days
What Is an Employer of Record in Togo?
An Employer of Record in Togo is a licensed local entity that legally employs staff on behalf of a foreign company, while that company retains full control over the employee’s day-to-day work. Africa Deployments’EOR Togo service covers compliant contract drafting under the 2021 Labour Code, CNSS registration, income tax withholding, statutory leave administration, and work permit support for expatriates.
Beyond EOR, Africa Deployments also supports companies that want a PEO Togo co-employment arrangement, plus standalone payroll Togo outsourcing for businesses that already hold a local entity but want compliant XOF payroll and CNSS reporting handled externally.
Togo Employment Law at a Glance
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Governing law | Labour Code, 2021 |
| Minimum wage (SMIG) | XOF 52,500/month, since January 2023 (a 50% increase, the first since 2012) |
| Working hours | 40 hours/week |
| Social security body | Caisse Nationale de Sécurité Sociale (CNSS) |
| Annual leave | 30 days |
| Wage-setting mechanism | Interprofessional Collective Agreement, approved by the Minister of Labour |
Payroll, Tax and CNSS Compliance in Togo
Togolese payroll runs on two parallel obligations: income tax withholding, and mandatory registration with the Caisse Nationale de Sécurité Sociale (CNSS), Togo’s national social security fund. Combined statutory deductions are commonly reported around 17.5% for CNSS, plus roughly 5% for health insurance and 3% for a separate payroll tax, though the precise employer/employee split for each component should be confirmed directly with CNSS given some variance in published guidance. The ILO’s labour market profile for Togo offers further background.
Because Togo’s SMIG saw its first increase since 2012 only in 2023, and the Labour Code itself was updated in 2021, businesses running Togo payroll on older assumptions risk both underpaying staff and misapplying outdated contract terms. This is the compliance gap Africa Deployments’ EOR and payroll Togo services are built to close.
Why Companies Choose Africa Deployments for EOR Services in Togo
Africa Deployments (ADS) operates as an Employer of Record across 50+ African countries, including Togo, giving companies a single partner for West Africa and continent-wide expansion rather than a patchwork of local vendors. For Togo specifically, ADS handles:
- CNSS registration and verified, current filing
- Income tax withholding and payslip generation in XOF
- 2021 Labour Code-compliant contract drafting
- Statutory leave and termination calculations
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an Employer of Record in Togo actually do?
An EOR like Africa Deployments becomes the legal employer of your Togo-based staff, managing contracts, CNSS registration, income tax withholding and statutory leave, while you direct the employee’s daily work.
What is Togo’s minimum wage in 2026?
The SMIG is XOF 52,500 per month, in effect since January 2023, following the first increase since 2012.
How much do employers contribute to CNSS in Togo?
Combined CNSS contributions are commonly reported around 17.5% of gross salary; Africa Deployments confirms the current employer/employee split directly with CNSS.
Does Africa Deployments offer payroll-only services in Togo?
Yes. Alongside full EOR, ADS provides standalone payroll Togo outsourcing for companies that already have a local entity but want CNSS compliance managed externally.
About Africa Deployments
Registered Company Name: Africa Deployments Ltd.
Address: The Strand, Beau Plan Business Park, Mauritius
BRN: C19167158 | VAT: 27738392
Phone: +230 5713 8629
Conclusion
Togo’s 2023 minimum wage increase and 2021 Labour Code updates require payroll processes built on current rather than legacy assumptions. An EOR Togo arrangement with Africa Deployments removes that operational risk, giving international businesses a compliant, fast route into the market.
Reviewed by: Africa Deployments (ADS) Compliance Team
