EOR & Global Hiring for Germany
Employer of Record for Germany? Hire without a German GmbH, compliant with German employment law. Compare EOR options and find the right partner for the DACH region.
An EOR for Germany handles employment contracts, Sozialversicherung, taxes and compliance on your behalf. Essential when you want to hire in Germany without incorporating a GmbH. EOR partners that cover Germany see your request and come forward themselves.
What to look for in Germany
German employment law
Handling the Arbeitsvertrag, statutory dismissal protection and other German requirements correctly.
Social insurance and payroll tax
Sozialversicherung contributions and taxes in line with German rules.
Works councils and co-determination
The EOR has to work with the Betriebsrat wherever one exists.
DACH: Germany, Austria and Switzerland
Check whether the EOR also covers Austria and Switzerland if you need them.
Frequently asked questions
When do I need an EOR for Germany?
When you want to hire people in Germany without a German entity (a GmbH) — during international expansion, or for projects across the DACH region.
What is the difference between an EOR and a PEO?
An EOR is the legal employer; a PEO (Professional Employer Organization) shares employer responsibility with you. Both can arrange compliance in Germany.
How do I find an EOR that covers Germany?
EOR partners that serve Germany come forward on your request themselves — without preferential treatment.