Quick answer: CNPS Côte d'Ivoire (CNPS-CI) is the social security institution for private-sector workers, covering retirement, family benefits, maternity and work injury. Employees contribute 6.3% of gross salary for retirement; employers pay 7.7% retirement plus family, maternity and sector-based accident rates. Employers register, declare wages and pay online via e-CNPS at cnps.ci. Estimate your deductions with the free Côte d'Ivoire PAYE calculator.
CNPS contribution rates
| Branch | Employee | Employer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retirement (retraite) | 6.3% | 7.7% | On salary up to the statutory ceiling |
| Family benefits (prestations familiales) | — | ~5% | Employer-only |
| Maternity (assurance maternité) | — | 0.75% | Employer-only |
| Work accident (accident du travail) | — | 2%–5% | Rate depends on sector risk class |
Rates as modeled on the AfroTools Côte d'Ivoire PAYE calculator and published by CNPS. Verified July 2026 — confirm your sector’s accident rate with CNPS directly.
What CNPS covers
- Retirement pension — funded by the combined 14% employee + employer retirement contribution.
- Family benefits — allowances for declared employees’ children.
- Maternity cover — daily allowances during maternity leave for declared workers.
- Work-injury insurance — medical care and compensation after workplace accidents or occupational illness.
How employers register and declare (e-CNPS)
- Register the business with CNPS to get an employer number (immatriculation employeur).
- Declare each employee (immatriculation travailleur) — workers get a CNPS social security number.
- Create an e-CNPS account via cnps.ci to file declarations and pay online.
- File wage declarations and pay contributions on the schedule set for your workforce size (monthly or quarterly).
- File the annual DISA (Déclaration Individuelle des Salaires Annuels) summarising each worker’s pay for the year.
CNPS-CI vs CNPS Cameroon
Two different countries use the same acronym. CNPS Côte d'Ivoire (cnps.ci) and CNPS Cameroon (cnps.cm) are separate institutions with different rates and rules. This guide covers Côte d'Ivoire; if you searched “CNPS” for Cameroon payroll, check Cameroon-specific sources.
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What is CNPS in Côte d'Ivoire?
The Caisse Nationale de Prévoyance Sociale (CNPS-CI) is Côte d'Ivoire’s social security institution for private-sector workers, managing retirement, family benefits, maternity cover and work-injury insurance.
What is e-CNPS?
e-CNPS is the online portal of CNPS Côte d'Ivoire, reachable via cnps.ci, where employers register, declare wages, file the annual DISA and pay contributions electronically.
Is the employee CNPS contribution tax-deductible?
Yes. The employee’s 6.3% retirement contribution is deducted from gross salary before the ITS salary-tax bands are applied.
Is CNPS Côte d'Ivoire the same as CNPS Cameroon?
No — Cameroon’s CNPS (cnps.cm) is a separate institution with different rates and rules.
Is AfroTools affiliated with CNPS?
No. AfroTools is an independent calculator site. Estimate CNPS and ITS deductions here, then complete official declarations on the e-CNPS portal.
Disclaimer: AfroTools is not affiliated with the Caisse Nationale de Prévoyance Sociale. This guide is for general information only and is not legal, tax or payroll advice. Rates, ceilings and declaration schedules change — always confirm on cnps.ci or with a qualified Ivorian payroll professional.