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Employer of record providers priced at $399 to $599 per employee a month, compared on country coverage and entity ownership, for teams hiring abroad without a subsidiary.
By BestGuide Editorial Team, Editorial Team. See their work.Published June 10, 2026Updated October 16, 2026This page was compiled from primary sources: company disclosures and terms, the BBB and regulators. Our ratings method is described on the methodology page.
The best employer of record services in October 2026 include Deel and Remote for all-in-one platforms with published prices, Pebl and Multiplier for lower starting prices, and Globalization Partners and Papaya for broad country coverage. Published EOR fees run $399 to $599 per employee per month. Choose based on the countries you need, whether the provider owns its entity there, and the full monthly cost including fees.
Our top picks
Best for one platform covering EOR, contractors and U.S. PEODeelThis company pays BestGuide when you connect with it through our site. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first. Payment never changes what we report about fees, terms or complaints.BestGuide Score: 4.9 out of 5. Set by our editorial team from published factors such as cost, credentials, reputation, customer experience, services and guarantees. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first; they are always labeled BestGuide Partner.EOR price$599Countries130
Best for an EOR that owns all of its entitiesRemoteThis company pays BestGuide when you connect with it through our site. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first. Payment never changes what we report about fees, terms or complaints.BestGuide Score: 4.8 out of 5. Set by our editorial team from published factors such as cost, credentials, reputation, customer experience, services and guarantees. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first; they are always labeled BestGuide Partner.EOR priceStarting at $599 per employee per monthCountries90
Best for the lowest published EOR starting pricePeblBestGuide Score: 4.7 out of 5. Set by our editorial team from published factors such as cost, credentials, reputation, customer experience, services and guarantees. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first; they are always labeled BestGuide Partner.EOR price$399Countries185
Best for U.S. companies already on a Justworks PEO planJustworksThis company pays BestGuide when you connect with it through our site. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first. Payment never changes what we report about fees, terms or complaints.BestGuide Score: 4.6 out of 5. Set by our editorial team from published factors such as cost, credentials, reputation, customer experience, services and guarantees. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first; they are always labeled BestGuide Partner.EOR price$599
Best for owned entities at a mid-range priceMultiplierThis company pays BestGuide when you connect with it through our site. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first. Payment never changes what we report about fees, terms or complaints.BestGuide Score: 4.6 out of 5. Set by our editorial team from published factors such as cost, credentials, reputation, customer experience, services and guarantees. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first; they are always labeled BestGuide Partner.EOR price$459Countries160
This guide is for founders, HR leads and finance teams who want to hire full-time employees in countries where the company has no legal entity. An employer of record takes on the local contract, payroll, taxes and benefits, so you can make the hire in weeks instead of setting up a subsidiary.
Three things separate providers. First, coverage in the specific countries you need, not the headline country count. Second, whether the provider owns its entity in those countries or works through a local partner. Third, the all-in monthly cost once deposits, setup fees, add-ons and annual billing terms are counted.
Below you will find seven providers with their published prices and entity models, a cost table, questions to ask before you sign, and when it makes sense to set up your own entity instead.
Best for one platform covering EOR, contractors and U.S. PEO: DeelThis company pays BestGuide when you connect with it through our site. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first. Payment never changes what we report about fees, terms or complaints.
4.9/5
EOR price
$599
Countries
130
Why we picked it. Deel publishes prices for every product and lets you run international employees, contractors and U.S. staff in one system. According to its pricing page, no long-term commitment is required.
More details, pros and cons
Contract terms
Month to month; promo credits for 2-year commitments
Other products
U.S. PEO at $125 per employee per month
Pros
Published prices across products
No long-term commitment
120+ payment currencies
Cons
$599 EOR fee is mid-to-high in this group
Entity ownership is not stated on the pricing page
Add-ons can raise the total
Skip it if: You need EOR in only a handful of countries and want the lowest monthly fee; Pebl and Multiplier list less.
More about Deel
Deel is an industry leader in global hiring, offering EOR coverage in over 150 countries. It provides a robust, all-in-one platform for onboarding, compliant contracts, and highly flexible contractor payments, including multi-currency and crypto options.
Best for an EOR that owns all of its entities: RemoteThis company pays BestGuide when you connect with it through our site. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first. Payment never changes what we report about fees, terms or complaints.
4.8/5
EOR price
Starting at $599 per employee per month
Countries
90
Entity model
Owns and operates 100% of its entities
Why we picked it. Remote says it owns every legal entity it hires through, which keeps third-party partners out of the employment chain. It also includes IP Guard for intellectual property transfers.
More details, pros and cons
Other products
Global payroll $29 per employee; U.S. PEO from $99
Pros
IP protection built in
No minimum employee count
Pays in 70+ currencies
Low $29 contractor management fee
Cons
EOR from $599, the same as Deel and above Pebl, Multiplier and Papaya
Fewer listed countries (90+) than some rivals
Contractor of record costs extra
Skip it if: Price is the deciding factor; Pebl, Multiplier and Papaya list lower starting fees.
More about Remote
Remote stands out with its 100% owned-entity model and industry-leading IP Guard, ensuring your intellectual property is always legally secure. Its platform offers straightforward flat-rate pricing and seamless contractor management in over 190 countries.
Best for the lowest published EOR starting price: Pebl
4.7/5
EOR price
$399
Countries
185
Why we picked it. Pebl, the name Velocity Global took on September 9, 2025, lists the lowest base EOR price and the widest country coverage claim we found, and its pricing FAQ says it charges no setup or offboarding fees. Country-specific prices still require a quote.
More details, pros and cons
Track record: Founded 2014 as Velocity Global; 1,500+ customers, according to Pebl
Support: 24/7 expert support; compliance content vetted by Baker McKenzie
Pros
Widest coverage claim on our list
Alfie AI assistant plus 24/7 human support
More than a decade operating as Velocity Global
No setup or offboarding fees, according to its pricing FAQ
Cons
Final price depends on a country quote
New brand name, so many reviews are listed under Velocity Global
Skip it if: You need a published contractor price up front.
More about Pebl
Formerly known as Velocity Global, Pebl offers an unmatched EOR footprint covering 185+ countries. With over a decade of deep legal compliance expertise and dedicated regional account managers, it is perfect for testing emerging global markets securely.
Best for U.S. companies already on a Justworks PEO plan: JustworksThis company pays BestGuide when you connect with it through our site. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first. Payment never changes what we report about fees, terms or complaints.
4.6/5
EOR price
$599
Why we picked it. If your U.S. team already runs on Justworks PEO, adding a few international hires keeps everything on one bill with no implementation fee.
More details, pros and cons
Requirement
EOR available on PEO Basic ($79) and PEO Plus ($124) plans
Pros
Simple add-on for existing Justworks customers
No implementation fee
Low contractor fees ($39 international, $8 U.S.)
Cons
EOR requires a U.S. PEO plan
EOR country list is not on the pricing page
Less global depth than EOR specialists
Skip it if: You do not need a U.S. PEO; a standalone EOR is cheaper to start.
More about Justworks
Justworks combines its US PEO with EOR services in 11+ directly covered countries and 100+ partner markets. Ideal for US-based small teams making occasional international hires alongside domestic staff.
Best for owned entities at a mid-range price: MultiplierThis company pays BestGuide when you connect with it through our site. Verified partners are scored on our partner verification program and can be listed first. Payment never changes what we report about fees, terms or complaints.
4.6/5
EOR price
$459
Countries
160
Entity model: Owned legal entities with no third-party partners in the employment chain, according to Multiplier
Why we picked it. Multiplier says it owns its entities in 160+ countries, at a lower price than Remote. Its listed prices assume annual billing.
More details, pros and cons
Onboarding
72 hours or less in most countries once documents are in
Extra fees: Compliance-mandated add-ons and an implementation fee, as applicable
Pros
Owned entities in 160+ countries, according to Multiplier
$459 starting price
Onboarding in 72 hours or less in most countries, according to Multiplier
Cons
Listed prices assume annual billing
Add-on and implementation fees come on top
Contractor of record is expensive at $400
Skip it if: You want month-to-month billing at the listed price.
More about Multiplier
Multiplier excels at rapid global expansion, allowing companies to onboard talent in over 150 countries in as little as 24 hours. Its highly competitive flat-fee pricing and streamlined interface make it a strong choice for fast-growing startups.
G-P (Globalization Partners) covers 180+ countries and sells EOR, contractor and AI compliance tools. It now posts starting prices: EOR from $599 per employee a month and contractors from $39.
We compared each provider's published EOR price per employee per month, country coverage, whether it states that it owns its entities, contractor pricing, contract terms and extra fees. Data comes from each provider's official pricing and product pages as listed October 2026; where a provider does not publish a figure, we say so. Prices and coverage change, so get a quote for your specific countries before you sign. Read our full methodology.
What an employer of record does
An employer of record (EOR) legally employs workers in another country on your behalf, through its own local entity. You direct the work; the EOR handles the employment contract, payroll, taxes, statutory benefits and local compliance. That lets you hire abroad without setting up a subsidiary.
EOR vs. PEO vs. contractor
EOR: for full-time employees in countries where you have no entity.
PEO: co-employment for U.S. staff; you are still the legal employer.
Contractor management: for true independent contractors. Misclassifying employees as contractors can bring back taxes and penalties under local law.
How much an EOR costs
Published EOR fees in October 2026 range from $399 to $599 per employee per month, on top of the employee’s salary, employer taxes and benefits.
Provider
EOR fee per employee per month
Pebl
$399 base
Multiplier
$459 (billed annually)
Papaya
From $499
Deel
$599
Justworks
$599 (requires PEO plan)
Remote
From $599
Globalization Partners
From $599
Ask every provider about deposits, setup and offboarding fees, currency conversion markups, and whether prices change by country.
Questions to ask before you sign
Do you own the entity in my hiring country, or do you use a partner?
What is the all-in monthly cost for this country, including mandatory benefits?
Are there deposits, setup, termination or FX fees?
How long does onboarding take once the candidate signs?
How is intellectual property assigned to my company?
What notice and severance rules apply if the role ends?
Owned entities vs. partner networks
Some EORs own a legal entity in every country they serve; others rely on local partners in some markets. Owned entities can mean fewer handoffs and more consistent support. Remote and Multiplier say they own their entities; the others did not state their model on the pages we checked. Ask about the specific countries you need.
When to set up your own entity instead
An EOR is often the simpler option for a few hires per country. Once you have a larger team in one country, the fixed costs of your own entity (registration, local payroll, accounting) can come in below a monthly EOR fee for each person. Several providers here, including Deel, Remote and Papaya, also sell global payroll for companies that own their entities.
Terms to know
Employer of record (EOR)
A company that legally employs workers abroad on your behalf through its own entity.
PEO
Professional employer organization: a U.S. co-employment model that handles payroll, benefits and HR.
Contractor of record
A service that engages contractors on your behalf and takes on misclassification risk.
Owned entity
A local legal company owned by the EOR itself rather than a partner.
Misclassification
Treating a worker as a contractor when local law says they are an employee.
Global payroll
Payroll software or service for companies that already have their own foreign entities.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an employer of record cost?
Published starting prices we found range from $399 (Pebl) to $599 (Deel, Remote, Justworks and G-P) per employee per month in October 2026, plus salary, employer taxes and benefits.
Which EOR covers the most countries?
Pebl lists 185+ countries, and Globalization Partners and Papaya list 180+. A coverage claim does not tell you whether the provider owns its entity in a given country, so ask.
What is the difference between an EOR and a PEO?
An EOR is the legal employer in countries where you have no entity. A PEO is a U.S. co-employment arrangement in which your company remains an employer and the PEO handles payroll, benefits and HR administration.
Can I convert contractors to employees through an EOR?
Yes. Most EORs handle contractor conversions, which can reduce misclassification risk. Expect to pay the monthly EOR fee plus the employee's statutory benefits.
How fast can an EOR hire someone?
It varies by country. Multiplier says 72 hours or less in most countries once documents are submitted, and Pebl says as little as 24 hours. Countries with work permits take longer.
Who owns the IP created by an EOR employee?
It should be assigned to your company in the contract. Remote highlights an IP protection feature; ask every provider how invention assignment works in your hiring country.
Are there hidden fees?
Common extras include security deposits, setup or offboarding fees, currency conversion margins and mandatory local add-ons. Multiplier, for example, lists compliance-mandated add-ons and implementation fees on top of its plan price.
Is an EOR worth it for one employee?
It can be. An EOR lets you hire one person for a monthly fee without setting up and running your own legal entity in that country. Compare the yearly EOR cost with what local entity setup and accounting would cost you.
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