How the assessment works
Select the contractor country, answer six practical questions, and review a low, moderate, or high employment-indicator result. This is a screening tool, not legal advice.
Global hiring decision tool
Should You Hire a Contractor or Use EOR?
Answer six questions about work control, schedule, exclusivity, compensation, and equipment. The assessment indicates whether an independent contractor structure or Employer of Record (EOR) employment is the safer next step.
What the result means
Low scores support an independent contractor review; higher scores indicate that EOR employment may reduce misclassification risk. Confirm the result with qualified local counsel.
Frequently asked questions
When should I use EOR?
Consider EOR when the person works under fixed hours, direct supervision, exclusivity, a fixed salary, or company-provided tools.
Is this a legal determination?
No. It is an initial risk-screening questionnaire. Local employment law and the facts of the engagement control the final decision.
What should I use next?
Use the contractor salary calculator to estimate take-home pay, or the China EOR calculator to model employer cost for mainland China.