Find work in Pakistan
Islamic Republic of Pakistan — 230 million people, Pakistani Rupee (PKR), Urdu, English, Punjabi, Sindhi, Pashto. Full employment compliance handled for you, paid every Friday.
Capital
Islamabad
Population
230 million
GDP / capita
$1,580
Currency
PKR
Pakistani Rupee
Time zone
UTC+5 (PKT)
Working in Pakistan: what to expect
Key employment law provisions that affect your engagement. Corpshore handles compliance so you don't have to navigate this alone — but knowing your rights matters.
Standard workweek
48h max
48 hours (6 days)
Annual leave
11 public holidays
14 days after 12 months (varies by province)
Maternity leave
12 weeks (6 before + 6 after), fully paid (for establishments with 6+ workers)
Paternity leave
No federal provision; some provinces and employers offer 7-30 days
Notice period
1 month (or as per contract)
Severance
Gratuity: 30 days wages per year of service (after 1 year).
Overtime rules
2x normal rate. Maximum overtime varies by provincial law.
Probation period
3-6 months typical
Tax landscape in Pakistan
Indicative tax ranges for general orientation. Always consult a qualified tax advisor for your specific situation. Tax year: July 1 to June 30.
- Income tax
- 0% to 35% (salaried); higher effective rates for non-salaried
- Corporate tax
- 29% (39% for banking)
- Social contributions
- EOBI: 1% employee + 5% employer. Social security: 6% employer.
- VAT / GST
- 18% (sales tax)
Treaty network
Over 65 tax treaties
Your fee is always zero
Corpshore charges the hiring business, never you. You receive 100% of the agreed rate, regardless of tax jurisdiction.
How you get paid in Pakistan
RAAST (instant payment system by SBP, launched 2021) handles real-time transfers. JazzCash and EasyPaisa are widely used mobile wallets. Wise supports PKR.
Bank transfer (RAAST/1LINK)
Mobile wallets (JazzCash, EasyPaisa)
Wise
Settlement
Every Friday
No net-30 waits, no chasing invoices
Platform fee
Zero, forever
The business pays Corpshore, never you
Currency
PKR
Local currency where supported
Regulatory landscape in Pakistan
Corpshore manages compliance so you can focus on the work. Here's what shapes the regulatory environment for workers in Pakistan.
Worker classification
Provincial labour laws govern (devolved after 18th Amendment 2010). Federal laws for Islamabad Capital Territory.
Data protection
Personal Data Protection Bill (pending; no comprehensive law yet). Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act 2016 provides some protections.
Right to work
Work visa and security clearance required for foreigners.
Non-compete enforceability
Generally considered against public policy under the Contract Act 1872 (Section 27). Limited enforceability.
Collective bargaining
Protected under provincial Industrial Relations Acts. Union activity varies by sector.
Working culture in Pakistan
Business culture
Hierarchical and relationship-oriented. Personal connections matter significantly. Hospitality (chai and conversation) precedes business. Regional cultures vary significantly.
Key industries
Talent pool strengths
Historical context
Pakistan has the world's 4th-largest freelancer population, driven by a young, English-speaking workforce and high mobile penetration. The IT export sector has grown from $0.8B in 2013 to over $2.6B, with the government targeting $15B by 2030 under the Digital Pakistan initiative.
At a glance
- Official name
- Islamic Republic of Pakistan
- Languages
- Urdu, English, Punjabi, Sindhi, Pashto
- Time zones
- UTC+5 (PKT)
- Data region
- Asia-Pacific
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