Short answer

Yes — you can hire employees in United States without opening a local entity by using an Employer of Record. The EOR becomes the legal employer in United States, runs local payroll and handles statutory requirements, while you manage the person's day-to-day work. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.

What to know before hiring in United States

  • Employment contracts in United States must follow local labour law. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.
  • Employer social contributions and mandatory benefits apply on top of salary. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.
  • Notice periods, probation and termination rules vary. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.
  • Payroll is typically run in USD. Confirm payment schedules with your EOR.

Providers covering United States

Based on each provider's public coverage. Confirm before signing.

ProviderStarting priceOnboarding timeBest for
Deel From $599/employee/month 1 Teams mixing contractors and employees across several countries
Remote From $599/employee/month Average 2-3 days Compliance-focused teams hiring in core markets
Rippling From $599/employee/month Minutes to start; 5 days to first payday in popular markets Teams already on Rippling or wanting one unified HR platform
Multiplier From $400/employee/month 72 hours or less in most countries Cost-conscious teams, especially hiring in Asia-Pacific
Oyster From $699/employee/month 48 hours Teams that want hands-on HR support and compliance guidance
Papaya Global From $499/employee/month Get started in weeks Larger teams needing payroll and payments control across countries

United States EOR FAQ

Do I need a local entity to hire in United States?

No. An Employer of Record can employ people in United States on your behalf. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.

How much does an EOR cost in United States?

EOR fees are not verified yet on GLOYEE. Total cost includes the provider fee, salary and employer contributions — ask each provider for a written quote.

How long does it take to onboard an employee in United States?

Onboarding times are not verified yet and depend on the provider and the employee's documents. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.

Which EOR providers cover United States?

The table on this page lists providers whose public coverage includes United States. Confirm coverage with the provider before signing.