Legal & Tax
Everything we have written about legal & tax.
How to Invoice a Saudi Company as a Lebanese FreelancerA practical guide on how to invoice a Saudi company as a Lebanese freelancer: what to put on the invoice, SAR vs USD, ZATCA e-invoicing, and getting paid in Lebanon.
How to Invoice a UAE Company as a Lebanese FreelancerA practical guide to invoice a UAE company as a Lebanese freelancer: what to put on the invoice, the TRN question, getting paid in fresh dollars, and staying clean.
Do You Need Saudi's Freelance Permit (freelancer.sa)?The Saudi freelance permit for foreigners, explained: who actually needs freelancer.sa, when you can work for Saudi clients without it from Lebanon, and how to stay clean.
Saudi Withholding Tax on Foreign Freelancers ExplainedWhy did your Saudi client deduct tax? A plain guide to Saudi withholding tax for the foreign freelancer, the 5% on services, VAT questions, and how to price it in.
Do You Need a UAE Freelance Permit to Work for Dubai Clients?Do I need a UAE freelance permit to work for Dubai clients from Lebanon? A plain guide for Lebanese freelancers on when a permit matters and how to get paid.
Do You Charge UAE VAT as a Lebanese Freelancer?UAE VAT for a Lebanese freelancer, explained plainly: when you charge 5%, when the reverse charge applies, and how to invoice Dubai clients without overpaying.
Is Getting Paid in USDT Legal for Freelancers in Lebanon?Is getting paid in USDT legal for freelancers in Lebanon? A balanced look at stablecoin payouts, income declaration, and why conversion records matter.
How to Prove a Client Agreement as a Freelancer in LebanonA practical guide for freelancers in Lebanon: how to prove a client agreement and protect your rights with written confirmations, platform records, and escrow proof.
Deduct Internet & Generator Costs as a FreelancerCan freelancers deduct internet and generator costs in Lebanon? A practical guide to proportional, documented business-use deductions and why you need an accountant.
Health Insurance Options for Freelancers in LebanonA practical guide to health insurance options for freelancers in Lebanon with no employer NSSF: private cover types, what to ask, and how to plan.
When Do Freelancers File Taxes in Lebanon?A practical guide for freelancers in Lebanon: why an annual income-tax declaration exists, what happens if you miss the deadline, and how to confirm current dates.
Freelancer vs Employee in Lebanon: The Legal DifferenceThe difference between a freelancer and an employee in Lebanon, plus how to spot when 'full-time freelance' is really disguised employment and what your rights are.
USD or LBP for Freelancers in Lebanon? Tax GuideShould freelancers in Lebanon contract in USD or LBP, and how does it affect tax? A practical guide to recording USD income, exchange-rate snapshots, and LBP volatility.
Who Owns the Work a Freelancer Delivers?Who owns the work a freelancer delivers in Lebanon? Understand copyright, ownership clauses, and when to hire a lawyer for valuable IP.
Business Expenses Freelancers Can Deduct in LebanonA practical guide to what business expenses freelancers can deduct in Lebanon: generator subscription, backup internet, laptop and software, plus why you must confirm with a licensed accountant.
How to Keep Financial Records as a FreelancerA practical guide to how to keep financial records as a freelancer in Lebanon: log every job, save OMT/Whish/USDT receipts, and separate expenses.
Legal Protections for Freelancers in LebanonThe honest truth about legal protections for freelancers in Lebanon: you're not covered by labor law, so a written contract plus escrow is your real shield.
NSSF Social Security for Freelancers in LebanonDoes NSSF social security cover freelancers in Lebanon? An honest look at the health and end-of-service gap, what registering changes, and practical alternatives.
Declaring Foreign Client Income as a FreelancerDeclaring foreign client income as a freelancer in Lebanon: why residency matters more than the client's location, plus fresh USD, OMT, Whish and double-tax basics.
Opening a Bank Account as a Freelancer in LebanonAn honest 2026 guide to opening a bank account as a freelancer in Lebanon: fresh dollars vs lollars, restrictions, and how Furrsati payouts work around them.
Do Freelancers Need to Register for VAT in Lebanon?Do freelancers need to register for VAT in Lebanon? A clear guide to how VAT works, the turnover threshold that triggers mandatory registration, and how to confirm the current figure.
Simple Freelance Contract in Lebanon: What to IncludeA clause-by-clause guide to a simple freelance contract in Lebanon: scope, USD payment terms, milestones, ownership, and delivery, explained plainly.
How to Invoice Clients as a Freelancer in LebanonLearn how to invoice clients as a freelancer in Lebanon: what to include, currency clarity (fresh USD vs LBP), invoice numbering, and keeping clean records.
Freelancer Income Tax Basics in LebanonFreelancer income tax basics in Lebanon, explained simply: profit is income minus legitimate expenses, you declare annually, and you keep your documents.
Do Freelancers Pay Income Tax in Lebanon?Do freelancers pay income tax in Lebanon? An honest explainer on how freelance income is taxed, profit vs salary classification, and how to verify current rates.
How to Register as a Freelancer in LebanonHow to register as a freelancer in Lebanon: the plain-language difference between working informally and registering a sole proprietorship, and when you actually need to.