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 Turkey if the relationship looks like employment. |
| Employee via EOR | $81,438 – $81,438 | Local contract, statutory benefits and payroll compliance handled by the EOR. |
Turkey contractor risk: Freelancers invoice as serbest meslek; courts can reclassify disguised employees. Moderate risk. Foreign contractors should be paid through proper invoicing. Not legal advice.
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