EOR Contract Audit Checklist
Review 25 critical points before signing any EOR contract to avoid hidden fees and compliance gaps.
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Employment Contracts
Written employment contracts exist for all employees
Ensure contracts are signed before work begins and include all required local terms
Contracts comply with local labor laws
Verify all clauses meet country-specific requirements
Job descriptions are clearly defined
Include responsibilities, reporting structure, and performance expectations
Termination clauses follow local requirements
Notice periods, severance, and grounds for termination must be compliant
Payroll & Benefits
Payroll is processed on time every period
Track payment dates and ensure compliance with local requirements
Mandatory benefits are provided
Healthcare, pension, insurance as required by local law
Overtime is tracked and compensated correctly
Follow local overtime rules and rates
Payslips include all required information
Deductions, contributions, and earnings must be transparent
Tax Compliance
Employer taxes are withheld and remitted
Social security, unemployment, and other employer taxes
Employee income tax is properly withheld
Accurate calculation and timely payment to authorities
Tax filings are submitted on schedule
Monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns as required
Tax documents provided to employees
Year-end tax forms and certificates
Working Conditions
Working hours comply with local limits
Maximum hours per day/week are enforced
Rest periods and breaks are provided
Daily and weekly rest as required by law
Vacation days meet minimum requirements
Annual leave, public holidays, sick leave
Safe working environment maintained
Health and safety standards are met
Documentation
Employee records are complete and current
Personal info, contracts, performance reviews, training
Time and attendance records maintained
Track work hours, overtime, and leave
Company policies documented and shared
Handbook, code of conduct, procedures
Data privacy compliance verified
GDPR, local data protection laws
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Why Auditing Your
EOR Contract Matters
Avoid Hidden Costs
Undisclosed fees, FX markups, and minimum billing clauses can inflate your real EOR cost by 20–40%. Know what you're paying before you sign.
Protect Your Business
A poorly structured EOR contract leaves compliance liability with you, not the provider. Audit your agreement before it becomes a problem.
Switch With Confidence
Most companies only read their EOR contract when they want to leave. Understanding your notice period, exit terms, and offboarding fees upfront saves thousands.
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