EOR vs. Direct Payroll in France: Cost Comparison
Sep 14, 2026
The EOR Cost Problem in France
Foreign companies use Employers of Record (EORs) like Deel or Remote to hire in France quickly. But after 6–12 months, they realize:
- EORs charge 20–40% on top of salaries (vs. 5–10% for direct payroll).
- You’re still liable for URSSAF compliance if the EOR makes a mistake, you pay the fines.
- No control over contracts, benefits, or payroll adjustments.
Result: For a small team, you could be wasting €10K–€75K/year.
The Better Alternative
We help foreign companies exit their EOR and run French payroll directly, with:
✔ 15–30% lower costs (no EOR markup).
✔ 100% URSSAF TFE compliance (collectible taxes are calculated directly by URSSAF).
✔ Full control over contracts, benefits, and payroll.
✔ 45-day transition.
Cost Comparison (1–4 Employees, €70K Gross Salary + 47% Employer Taxes)
| Team size | Total Gross Salary | Total Employer Cost | EOR Annual Cost (25%) | Direct Payroll Annual Cost (8%) | 💰 Annual Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 employee | €70,000 | €102,900 | €128,625 | €111,132 | €17,493 |
| 2 employees | €140,000 | €205,800 | €257,250 | €222,264 | €34,986 |
| 4 employees | €280,000 | €411,600 | €514,500 | €444,528 | €69,972 |
Your Next Step
Option 1: Use our blog to understand your possible Savings
Option 2: Book an audit, we’ll see how much you can save
Still unsure? Contact us for a no-pressure chat.
