Employment Visas (FRRO) often prompt an important question from multinational companies and foreign professionals alike: Can an Indian Employer of Record sponsor employment visas for expatriates? The answer is yes, but only within the legal framework established by the Government of India. An Employer of Record (EOR) can serve as the legal employer, provide the […]
EOR-to-GCC transition frameworks in India have become one of the most practical ways for global companies to establish long term operations without taking unnecessary early-stage risks. In simple terms, businesses often begin by hiring employees through an Employer of Record (EOR). Once their India operations become stable, they gradually establish a Global Capability Center (GCC) […]
50% basic wage rule has changed how many employers design salary structures, and it directly affects your take-home pay, provident fund contributions, and gratuity benefits. In simple terms, if your basic wage forms at least 50% of your total salary, your monthly in-hand salary may reduce because statutory contributions often increase. At the same time, […]
If you are hiring employees in India without establishing your own legal entity, a Direct Employer of Record (EOR) generally offers greater control, clearer accountability, and stronger compliance oversight than a partner-led or aggregator model. However, an aggregator EOR can still be a practical choice when expanding into several countries through a single provider. The […]
NDAs and IP assignment in India play a central role when companies hire employees through an Employer of Record (EOR). The short answer is straightforward. EOR platforms enforce confidentiality and intellectual property ownership by embedding carefully drafted contractual clauses into employment agreements, aligning them with Indian labour and contract laws, maintaining compliant onboarding records, and […]
Client Invoicing forms the financial foundation of every Employer of Record, or EOR, engagement. It defines how an Employer of Record charges clients for employee salaries, statutory contributions, payroll taxes, service fees, and other employment-related costs when hiring employees in India. A clear invoicing arrangement gives businesses a complete picture of workforce expenses, supports compliance, […]
Employer of Record platforms are helping global companies hire employees in India without setting up a local legal entity. They manage employment contracts, payroll, statutory compliance, taxation, benefits, and ongoing HR administration, allowing businesses to recruit talent quickly while remaining compliant with Indian labour regulations. As a result, companies can test new markets, build distributed […]
Statutory benefits in India form the legal foundation of employee compensation and workforce compliance. Every employer hiring staff in India, whether through a local entity, an Indian Employer of Record, or an Indian subsidiary, must comply with labour laws governing provident fund contributions, employee insurance, gratuity, paid leave, maternity benefits, bonus payments, and tax deductions. […]
International Contractors have become a cornerstone of the modern workforce. The ability to source specialised talent from virtually any market offers agility and a competitive edge. Yet a fundamental tension emerges as these external contributors become essential to daily operations. What begins as a flexible arrangement often evolves into a relationship that demands permanence. The question […]
Cost to Hire software engineers in India through an Employer of Record (EOR) typically ranges from $19,000 to $29,000 annually per senior engineer, all costs included. This represents a direct saving of 80-90% compared to the $250,000+ first-year cost of an H-1B hire in the United States. These figures are not theoretical; they reflect the […]
