How Much Does EOR Really Cost? A Country-by-Country Breakdown
EOR costs vary dramatically by country. Here's what you're actually paying in 10 key markets — and how to compare providers accurately.
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The three components of EOR cost
Total EOR cost has three layers: the provider service fee, employer social contributions and mandatory benefits, and any additional charges (FX, benefits admin, offboarding). Most cost comparisons only look at the first layer — missing 60–80% of the actual cost.
Country-by-country breakdown
United Kingdom
Provider fee: £450–600/month. Employer NI: 13.8% of gross salary above threshold. Auto-enrolment pension: 3% minimum. Total additional cost: ~20–25% above gross salary.
Germany
Provider fee: $550–800/month. Employer social contributions: ~20% (pension, health, unemployment, care). Total additional cost: ~30–40% above gross salary.
France
Provider fee: $600–900/month. Employer social contributions: ~42–45%. Total additional cost: ~45–55% above gross salary — highest in the OECD.
India
Provider fee: $300–500/month. Employer PF: 12%. ESIC: 3.25% (eligible employees). Total additional cost: ~20–28% above gross salary.
Singapore
Provider fee: $500–800/month. Employer CPF: 17% (for citizens and PRs). Total additional cost: ~22–28% above gross salary.
Brazil
Provider fee: $500–700/month. Employer INSS: 20–28.8%. FGTS: 8%. 13th salary, vacation bonus: ~16.7% annually. Total additional cost: ~70–80% above gross salary — one of the world's highest.
Mexico
Provider fee: $400–600/month. Employer IMSS/INFONAVIT/SAR: 26–32%. PTU profit sharing. Total additional cost: ~38–45% above gross salary.
UAE
Provider fee: $500–800/month. No income tax or social security for expats. Mandatory health insurance: AED 320+/year. EOS gratuity accrual. Total additional cost: ~10–20% above gross salary — one of the lowest.
United States
Provider fee: $500–900/month. FICA: 7.65%. SUI: variable. Healthcare benefits expectation: $500–1,500/month. Total additional cost: ~18–30% above gross salary excluding benefits.
Vietnam
Provider fee: $250–400/month. Employer social insurance: 17.5%. Total additional cost: ~28–36% above gross salary.
May 5, 2026
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