Contractor vs employee calculator
Compare the cost of engaging someone as a contractor versus an employee through an EOR, with the country's misclassification notes.
| Option | Estimated annual cost | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Contractor | $69,588 | Cheapest on paper. No statutory benefits; reclassification risk in Italy if the relationship looks like employment. |
| Employee via EOR | $85,188 – $94,188 | Local contract, statutory benefits and payroll compliance handled by the EOR. |
Italy contractor risk: Freelancers (partita IVA) are common, but misclassification as parasubordinate (co.co.co.) or employees risks claims and sanctions. Gestione Separata contributions apply to the self-employed (24-35.03% in 2026 per PwC). Moderate to high risk. Not legal advice.
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