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 Netherlands if the relationship looks like employment. |
| Employee via EOR | $76,788 – $80,988 | Local contract, statutory benefits and payroll compliance handled by the EOR. |
Netherlands contractor risk: Dutch tax authority enforcement of bogus self-employment (Wet DBA) resumed in 2025 (not verified); tests look at authority, personal performance and no substitution. Misclassification can mean back payroll tax and premiums. Not legal advice.
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Not professional advice. Rates, rules and prices change often. Figures here are researched estimates from the sources listed; anything marked “unverified” needs checking with the provider or a local adviser before you rely on it.