# Hire contractors globally

A fully self-serve platform to hire, pay, and manage contractors in 180+ countries. Eliminate manual HR tasks with compliant contracts, automated invoicing, and streamlined payments in 120+ currencies.

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### From Ireland to anywhere.

## 180+ countries

supported today.

## 120+ currencies

to pay your global contractors.

## Onboard in minutes

Instant setup and e-signatures.

## $29 per month

Free for the first month.

### Simplify contractor hiring

Hiring contractors shouldn't be complex. Oyster's platform automates hiring, onboarding, payments, and management—so your HR team can focus on what matters.

### Draft compliant contracts in 180+ countries

Instantly generate, edit, and share country-specific, compliant contracts

### Onboard contractors in minutes

Invite contractors to complete onboarding, verify identity, and sign agreements—all in minutes.

### Protect your intellectual property

Use country-specific agreements to protect your intellectual property and assign IP ownership.

### Pay contractors on time, every time

Pay fixed or PAYG contractors on time in 120+ currencies with auto invoicing and payout tracking.

### Keep a clear view of contractor costs

Access detailed reports on payments, expenses, invoices, and tax forms.

### Monitor misclassification

By answering a few questions, find out if your contractor is at risk of being misclassified.

### Simplify time-off tracking

Receive and approve requests from your contractors for time off.

### Streamline contractor admin

Edit contracts, manage position details, extend durations, and adjust salaries—all in one platform.

### FAQs

#### What is a contractor?

A contractor is an independent professional who provides services under a contract for services, rather than an employment contract. Unlike employees, contractors typically work on specific projects or for defined periods and maintain more independence in how they complete their work.

#### What's the difference between a contractor and an employee?

Contractors are self-employed and manage their own taxes, benefits, and work schedules. They typically work on specific projects with more autonomy. Employees work under your direct control, receive benefits, and you're responsible for withholding taxes and providing statutory benefits.

#### How does Oyster ensure compliance when hiring contractors?

Oyster provides localized, legally-reviewed contracts tailored to each country's requirements. We offer country-specific guidance, intellectual property protection (CIPA) in 30+ countries, and a free misclassification analyzer to help you make informed hiring decisions and stay compliant.