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Hire employees in Philippines
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Short answer
Yes — you can hire employees in Philippines without opening a local entity by using an Employer of Record. The EOR becomes the legal employer in Philippines, 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 Philippines
- Employment contracts in Philippines 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 PHP. Confirm payment schedules with your EOR.
Providers covering Philippines
Based on each provider's public coverage. Confirm before signing.
| Provider | Starting price | Onboarding time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deel | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Teams mixing contractors and employees across several countries |
| Remote | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Teams that want compliance depth and an owned-entity model |
| Rippling | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Companies already running HR and IT on Rippling |
| Multiplier | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Cost-conscious teams hiring their first international employees |
| Oyster | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Distributed teams that value hands-on guidance and support |
| Papaya Global | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Larger companies consolidating payroll and EOR across countries |
| RemoFirst | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Startups making their first one or two international hires |
Philippines EOR FAQ
Do I need a local entity to hire in Philippines?
No. An Employer of Record can employ people in Philippines on your behalf. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.
How much does an EOR cost in Philippines?
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 Philippines?
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 Philippines?
The table on this page lists providers whose public coverage includes Philippines. Confirm coverage with the provider before signing.