All the compliance of an EOR, at a fraction of the cost — for contractors.
EOR was built for full-time employees. For global contractors, Salary.io gives you the same legal protection and benefits, live in 48 hours.
Why not EOR
EOR is for full-time employees. Most companies don't need it for contractors.
EOR = full employment entity
You end up covering payroll taxes, statutory benefits, and compliance costs in another country — far more than what's needed for contractors.
Stuck with rigid contracts
EOR contracts follow employment rules — termination, notice, and severance all apply. Contractors and you need flexibility, not restrictions.
Priced for employees, not contractors
EOR fees cover the cost of running a legal entity. For contractor relationships, that's expensive infrastructure you simply don't need.
The better way
All the protection of EOR. None of the overhead.
The same benefits at a fraction of the cost
Health insurance, sick leave, and vacation — everything included. Your contractors receive EOR-level perks, without the EOR price tag.
Flexible agreements for contractors
No employment contracts or severance obligations. Compliant service agreements protect everyone and are tailored to each country.
Your brand, your team
Contractors work under your brand — onboarding portal, benefits and payment notifications all carry your identity, so they feel like part of your team, not users of a third-party tool.
EOR or Contractor of Record?
Same global headcount. Two very different commitments and timelines.
With an EOR
- A full employment seat, every month — even for a part-time contractor
- Weeks of paperwork before someone can start
- Locked into local employment contracts you don't really need
- Overkill for short engagements, freelancers and fractional roles
With Salary.io
- One flat plan per contractor, no per-country setup
- Live in 48 hours — onboard a contractor today
- One agreement, 150+ countries, fully compliant
- Employee-grade benefits without the EOR price tag
Comparison
Salary.io vs EOR — what you get
Side-by-side: Salary.io's Contractor of Record vs a traditional Employer of Record.
Ready to skip the EOR overhead?
All the protection and benefits of an EOR, for a fraction of the cost. See it on your contractor list in 30 minutes.