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Guides for Ethiopian businesses
Plain-language answers on VAT, payroll and the Ethiopian fiscal year, checked against the law. Last checked 2026-10-25.
VAT 15% in Ethiopia: registration, invoices and monthly returns
Who must register for VAT in Ethiopia (2,000,000 birr threshold), how to calculate 15% VAT, credit and debit notes, and the monthly VAT return deadline.
Read the guide → 5 min readEthiopian payroll: employment income tax bands and 7% / 11% pension
The employment income tax bands under Proclamation 1395/2025 (0% up to 2,000 birr, 35% above 14,000), the 7% and 11% pension, and a worked salary example.
Read the guide → 5 min readThe Ethiopian fiscal year and calendar for business accounts
How the Ethiopian fiscal year runs from Hamle 1 to Sene 30 (8 July to 7 July), how Ethiopian and Gregorian dates line up, Pagume, and what it means for closing your books.
Read the guide → 4 min readExcel or ERP? 8 signs your business has outgrown spreadsheets
When spreadsheets are enough, and the signs an Ethiopian trading, distribution or manufacturing company needs one system for stock, sales, accounts and payroll.
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