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Hire employees in Brazil
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Short answer
Yes — you can hire employees in Brazil without opening a local entity by using an Employer of Record. The EOR becomes the legal employer in Brazil, 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 Brazil
- Employment contracts in Brazil 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 BRL. Confirm payment schedules with your EOR.
Providers covering Brazil
Based on each provider's public coverage. Confirm before signing.
| Provider | Starting price | Onboarding time | Best 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 |
Brazil EOR FAQ
Do I need a local entity to hire in Brazil?
No. An Employer of Record can employ people in Brazil on your behalf. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.
How much does an EOR cost in Brazil?
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 Brazil?
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 Brazil?
The table on this page lists providers whose public coverage includes Brazil. Confirm coverage with the provider before signing.