What is the typical EOR fee in the Philippines?

Local EOR providers typically charge between $190 and $300 per employee per month, while global EOR platforms charge $500 to $800 or more.

What is included in EOR pricing?

EOR pricing usually includes payroll processing, statutory compliance, employment contracts, and HR support. Salary and benefits are separate.

How do you calculate total EOR cost?

Total EOR cost is calculated as salary plus employer costs (typically 10 to 20 percent) plus the EOR fee. A common formula is salary multiplied by 1.1 to 1.2 plus the EOR fee.

Are there hidden fees in EOR pricing?

Some providers charge hidden fees such as FX spreads, setup costs, contract change fees, and exit fees. Transparent providers disclose all costs upfront.

How do I choose the right EOR provider?

Choose an EOR based on transparent pricing, local compliance expertise, onboarding speed, support quality, and whether costs such as FX and setup fees are clearly disclosed.

Employer of Record (EOR) Pricing in the Philippines – 2026 Decision Guide

👤 Author & Review

Author: Martin English, CEO & Founding Partner
Reviewed by: Philip Murphy, COO & Founding Partner
Last updated: March 18, 2026

Disclosure: Informational only. Not legal, tax, or employment advice.

🚀 TL;DR – EOR Pricing in the Philippines (2026)

Local EORs: $190–$300 per employee/month
Global EORs: $500–$800+ per employee/month
Total cost formula:
👉 (Salary × 1.1–1.2) + EOR fee

👉 Best option for PH-only hiring: Local flat-fee EOR

💡 Quick Answer: What Does an EOR Cost?

Cost Component	Typical Range
EOR Fee (Local)	$190–$300
EOR Fee (Global)	$500–$800+
Employer Costs	10–20% of salary
Total Monthly Cost	Salary + employer costs + EOR fee

🧾 What Is an Employer of Record (EOR)?

An Employer of Record (EOR) is a third-party provider that legally employs your staff in the Philippines on your behalf.

It handles:

Employment contracts compliant with Philippine labor law
Payroll, taxes, and statutory contributions
Benefits administration and HR compliance

You retain full control over:

Day-to-day work
Performance management
Team structure

⚡ Why Companies Use an EOR in the Philippines

Benefit	Business Impact
Speed	Hire in 2–14 days vs 4–6 months (entity setup)
Cost control	Flat monthly fee + predictable costs
Compliance	EOR assumes legal employer liability
Scalability	Hire from 1 to 50+ employees easily

📊 Local vs Global EOR Pricing

Type	Monthly Fee	Best For
Local Philippines EOR	$190–$300	PH-focused teams
Global EOR Platforms	$500–$800+	Multi-country hiring

👉 Local providers offer lower cost and simpler FX handling

📦 EOR Pricing Models (2026)

Model	Range	Pros	Cons	Best For
Flat Fee	$190–$300	Predictable	Slightly higher for junior roles	PH-only teams
% of Salary	10–15%	Scales with salary	Hard to forecast	Mixed teams
Tiered Plans	$250–$600+	Feature-rich	Can overpay	Enterprises

📊 Employer Cost Components (Philippines)

Component	Typical Rate
SSS (Employer)	~10% (capped)
PhilHealth	~2.5%
Pag-IBIG	~2%
13th-month pay	8.33%

👉 Total employer cost typically = 10–20% of salary

🧮 How to Calculate Total EOR Cost

Simple Formula:

Total Monthly Cost = (Salary + Employer Costs) + EOR Fee

Or:

≈ (Salary × 1.1–1.2) + EOR Fee

Best Practice:

Calculate in PHP first
Convert to USD using bank spot rate
Avoid FX markups

💰 Example Cost Breakdown

Entry-Level Role

Item	Amount
Salary	₱35,000
Employer Costs (~15%)	₱5,250
EOR Fee	~$190
Total	~$900/month

Mid-Level Role

Item	Amount
Salary	₱60,000
Employer Costs	₱9,000
EOR Fee	~$190
Total	~$1,400/month

⚠️ Hidden Fees Checklist

Fee Type	Typical Market	Transparent Model
Setup Fees	$99–$500	$0
FX Spread	1–3%	None
Contract Changes	$30–$100	Free
Exit Fees	Up to 1 month salary	None
Minimum Seats	5–10	None

👉 Always request a sample invoice

🌍 FX & Currency Handling

Salaries and statutory costs = calculated in PHP
Converted using daily bank FX rate
EOR fee = usually billed in USD

👉 Hidden FX spreads can add 2–5% to total cost

⏱️ How Fast Can You Hire via EOR?

Timeline	Step
Day 0	Offer accepted
Day 1–3	Contracts + checks
Day 4–7	Government registrations
Day 8–14	First payroll

👉 Teams are operational in under 2 weeks

⚖️ EOR vs Other Hiring Options

Option	Monthly Cost	Risk	Setup Time
Local EOR	Medium	Low	2–14 days
Global EOR	High	Low–Medium	7–21 days
Own Entity	Medium	High	2–6 months
Contractors	Low	High	Immediate

🧠 Which Pricing Model Should You Choose?

Scenario	Best Option
Philippines-only hiring	Local EOR
Multi-country hiring	Global EOR
Predictable budgeting	Flat fee
Fast scaling	Local EOR

💰 Real-World Savings Example

Scenario	Cost
Global EOR (30 staff @ $499)	$14,970/month
Local EOR (30 staff @ $190)	$5,700/month
Savings	$9,270/month

👉 Annual savings: $110K+

🧠 How to Choose the Right EOR Provider

Focus on:

Transparent pricing (no hidden fees or FX spreads)
Strong local compliance expertise
Fast onboarding (under 2 weeks)
Dedicated support
Payroll visibility and reporting

❓ FAQs – EOR Pricing Philippines

What is the typical EOR fee?
$190–$300 (local), $500–$800+ (global)

What’s included in the EOR fee?
Payroll, compliance, statutory filings, and HR support

Does pricing include salary?
No — salary and benefits are separate

Are there hidden fees?
Often yes — check FX, setup, and exit fees

How are terminations handled?
According to Philippine labor law; transparent providers charge only statutory costs

Can contractors be converted to employees?
Yes, typically within 1–2 weeks

Who owns employee IP?
Your company retains full ownership via contract

📊 Build Your Exact Cost Model

Get a role-by-role breakdown including:

Salary
Employer costs
EOR fees

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