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Compare three contractor of record providers for free. Check who signs the contract, handles payments and bears any misclassification costs. Each quote spells out any discount, which fees qualify and for how long.

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How it works

Compare fees and the protection in the contract.

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Describe the engagements

Share the countries, roles, working hours, supervision and payment arrangements, plus the number of contractors.
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Check the engagement first

Assess local worker status before choosing a service.
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Compare included services and prices

Request three provider options with service fees and reasons for each recommendation. The provider confirms availability, the final quote and contract terms.

Know what your contractor agreement covers.

Add your countries, roles, working arrangements and payment needs in the optional form notes. Compare which costs the provider covers in a classification dispute and what remains your responsibility. No sales call is required.

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Frequently asked

What a contractor of record does

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What is a contractor of record?

A contractor of record (COR) is a provider that can sign the contractor agreement, administer payments and offer protection against specified misclassification costs. The scope varies, and each provider’s terms name the contracting party and the exact obligations. A COR arrangement is intended for contractor work. An employer of record instead acts as the legal employer under an eligible employment arrangement.

Does a COR remove misclassification risk?

No. A COR contract does not guarantee contractor status. The IRS bases US common-law employment status on the real relationship, including control and independence. UK guidance also distinguishes tax status from employment-law status.

An indemnity is a contractual promise to cover specified losses. Its terms set the eligibility rules, covered countries and costs, cap, exclusions, claim deadlines and who controls the defence. It does not bind a tax authority or court, or erase duties that the law leaves with your business. Our EOR vs contractor guide explains the distinction.

How does a contractor of record (COR) work?

First, establish whether the working relationship qualifies as contractor work under local rules. The misclassification calculator lists the facts to review. Then compare fees and any written misclassification protection. Keep actual working practices consistent with that assessment, and review them if the role changes.

If employment is required, assess direct employment or an EOR arrangement that local law permits for the role; local requirements and work permission affect the start date. Use our classification guide to prepare the questions and request a free provider shortlist with your country and engagement details.