Estonia is a small country located in the Baltic region of Northern Europe. While it may seem small, it's highly developed and considered one of the most internet-savvy countries in Europe. The...
Read MoreEstonia is a small country located in the Baltic region of Northern Europe. While it may seem small, it's highly developed and considered one of the most internet-savvy countries in Europe. The country is also a member of the European Union (EU).
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Estonia is a small country located in the Baltic region of Northern Europe. While it may seem small, it’s highly developed and considered one of the most internet-savvy countries in Europe. The country is also a member of the European Union (EU).
However, along with all the pros of working in Estonia, you also face some challenges. You’ll need to set up your Estonia payroll to comply with local compliance laws on top of hiring employees, giving out compensation and benefits, and setting up a subsidiary. Globalization Partners makes it easier to expand through Estonia payroll outsourcing. We’ll act as the Employer of Record as well to take all the stress of compliance off your shoulders and onto our own.
Estonia has a robust and complicated tax law that applies to both employers and employees. Employers need to pay a social tax up to 33% of gross salary for all employees, and the threshold depends on the state. Additionally, 20% of the total tax goes to pension insurance, and 13% goes to health insurance.
Estonia’s social security system includes both contributory and non-contributory benefits, such as:
You can choose one of several Estonia payroll options, including:
Companies cannot set up their Estonia payroll until they incorporate in the country. This lengthy process can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months depending on where you are and what type of entity you choose, but you won’t have to worry about this requirement when you work with a global PEO such as Globalization Partners. You can use our existing Estonia payroll to begin working in a day or two, starting with a painless expansion to the country.
Figuring out entitlement and termination terms before choosing an Estonia payroll option will help you create a clear agreement between you and the employee. Estonia allows probationary periods for up to four months, and notice periods range from 15 to 90 calendar days depending on how long the employee has worked for the company.
Globalization Partners will help you get the most benefit out of your expansion. Contact us today for more information about Estonia payroll outsourcing.
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