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 Vietnam if the relationship looks like employment. |
| Employee via EOR | $80,088 – $81,288 | Local contract, statutory benefits and payroll compliance handled by the EOR. |
Vietnam contractor risk: Independent contractors are common, but a worker who works under employer direction and receives wages is deemed an employee under the 2019 Labour Code. Misclassification can lead to administrative fines and back-payment of social insurance. Risk is moderate. Not legal advice.
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