Employer of Record in Argentina
Onboard, pay and manage employees in Argentina without opening a local entity. We assume the legal risks and keep you 100% compliant with local labor law — you keep full operational control.
What is an EOR in Argentina?
An Employer of Record is a third party that legally employs your workers in Argentina on your behalf. Europortage becomes the legal employer — handling contracts, mandatory benefits, tax withholdings and terminations — while you direct your team's day-to-day work.
- Locally compliant employment contracts, drafted and signed in Argentina
- Mandatory benefits and social contributions administered
- Payroll, taxes and filings handled by local experts
- Compliant terminations and severance managed end-to-end
When to use an EOR in Argentina
Hire without the cost and delay of opening a company in Argentina.
Onboard your candidates in days, not months.
Labor law in Argentina is complex — we carry the risk for you.
Build a local team before committing to a legal structure.
What an employee really costs in Argentina
Employer costs add roughly 26–27% on top of gross salary.
| Employer contribution | Rate |
|---|---|
| Pension fund | 10.77% |
| Health insurance (Obras Sociales) | 6% |
| Family assignment | 4.70% |
| Medical coverage for pensioners | 1.59% |
| National Employment Fund | 0.94% |
| Labor Risk Insurance (ART) | ~2.12% |
| Mandatory benefit | Amount |
|---|---|
| 13th salary (Aguinaldo) | 2 installments (Jun / Dec) |
| Vacation | 14 to 35 calendar days by seniority |
| Sick leave | 3–6 months paid, by seniority |
| Maternity / paternity | 90 days / 2 days |
Salary, contributions and our fee consolidated. Ask us for an exact estimate for your role.
Everything you need to know before hiring
A practical guide to labor law in Argentina — maintained by our local experts.
Payroll, wages and taxes
Payroll runs monthly in Argentine pesos. The 13th salary (Aguinaldo) is paid in two installments, June and December. Employees contribute 11% to the pension fund and 3% to pensioners' medical coverage, plus progressive income tax withheld at source.
Handled by Europortage
Every calculation follows current law and official rates — monitored continuously by our local team, so your payroll is always right.
Working hours and overtime
The standard work week is 48 hours (8 hours per day, Monday to Saturday noon in many industries). Overtime is paid at a premium and Sundays/holidays at higher rates under the LCT.
Handled by Europortage
Working-time rules, overtime premiums and time-tracking obligations are applied automatically in every payroll cycle.
Mandatory and common benefits
Mandatory: Aguinaldo, paid vacation by seniority (14 days up to 5 years, rising to 35 days beyond 20 years), and full social security coverage (health, pension, family allowances).
Handled by Europortage
We administer every mandatory benefit and help you build a competitive package for the local market.
Vacation, holidays and leave
15 national public holidays. Sick leave: up to 3 months paid (under 5 years of service) or 6 months (over 5 years). Maternity: 90 days paid with job protection; paternity: 2 days.
Handled by Europortage
Leave balances, public holidays and statutory licenses are tracked for you — nothing slips through.
Notice and severance
Termination without cause is allowed with notice (15 days to 2 months by seniority) or pay in lieu, plus severance ("Despido") of one month's salary per year of service. Employees resign with 15 days' notice.
Handled by Europortage
Terminations are the riskiest moment in LATAM employment. Our legal team runs the entire process cleanly for both sides.
This guide is provided for context only. When hiring through Europortage's EOR service, all payroll, taxes, contributions, contracts and compliance are handled directly by our team.
EOR vs. entity setup vs. contractors
Employer of Record
Hire fast and stay 100% compliant, without opening a company.
- Setup in 48–72 hours
- Very low risk — compliance carried by Europortage
- Payroll, benefits and taxes included
- Best for hiring fast and testing the market
Entity setup
Your own company in Argentina, with full control and full responsibility.
- 3–6 months to set up
- Medium risk — compliance carried by you
- Needs local payroll and accounting team
- Best for large permanent operations
Independent contractor
Fast to start, but risky if the relationship looks like employment.
- 1–2 weeks to start
- Very high risk — misclassification penalties
- No employee benefits or protections
- Best for short, truly independent projects
Misclassification warning: treating employees as contractors (fixed schedule, direct supervision, exclusivity, company equipment) can result in severe penalties, back payments and legal disputes in Argentina.
One accountable partner in Argentina
One contract, one point of contact and a local team that knows Argentine employment law. You always know who is responsible for your team.
Local expertise
Deep knowledge of Argentine employment law and business culture, backed by 15+ years in Latin America.
Fast deployment
Hire employees in as little as 48 hours, with bilingual support (ES/EN) during business hours.
100% compliance guarantee
Full compliance with Argentine labor law and continuous legal monitoring, with transparent pricing and no hidden fees.
Hiring in Argentina, answered
What are my options to hire workers in Argentina?
Three routes: hiring contractors (fast but with reclassification risk), opening a local entity (months of setup and ongoing costs), or using an EOR like Europortage — the fastest compliant option.
How much does it cost to employ someone in Argentina?
Plan for roughly 26–27% in employer contributions on top of gross salary, plus the Aguinaldo and vacation accruals.
What does "Employer of Record" mean in Argentina?
Europortage (or our vetted local partner) becomes the legal employer of your talent in Argentina: contracts, payroll, contributions and filings run under our responsibility, while you manage the day-to-day work.
Do employees get all their rights under an EOR?
Yes — employees hired through Europortage receive the complete set of statutory rights in Argentina: registered contract, mandatory bonuses, paid vacation, social security coverage and severance protections.