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 Poland if the relationship looks like employment. |
| Employee via EOR | $78,888 – $80,448 | Local contract, statutory benefits and payroll compliance handled by the EOR. |
Poland contractor risk: B2B contracting is common in Poland's tech sector, and the legal test is the Labour Code 'employment relationship' features (subordination, work under direction, fixed place/time, remuneration). Misclassification can be reported by the National Labour Inspectorate (PIP), which can reclassify and impose fines on the employer; ZUS can claim back contributions. Not legal advice.
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