Employer of Record (EOR) in Italy

Employment Laws and Regulations in Italy

Employment Contracts

Employment in Italy is governed by the Italian Civil Code (Book V), Legislative Decree 81/2015 (the “Jobs Act”), and the Workers’ Statute (Law 300/1970). The Ministry of Labour and Social Policies (Ministero del Lavoro e delle Politiche Sociali) is the primary regulatory authority. In practice, much of Italian employment law is shaped by national collective bargaining agreements (CCNL), which set sector-specific rules on pay, working hours, leave, notice periods, and other terms (WIPO Lex).

All employment contracts in Italy must be in writing and must specify the job title, duties, workplace, compensation, working hours, applicable CCNL, contract type, and probation period. The two main contract types are indefinite-term (contratto a tempo indeterminato), which is the default and preferred form, and fixed-term (contratto a tempo determinato), which can last up to 12 months without justification or up to 24 months with a valid reason. Fixed-term contracts can be renewed up to four times within the 24-month limit (Chambers & Partners).

Working Hours and Overtime

The standard working week in Italy is 40 hours, as set by Legislative Decree 66/2003. Most employees work eight hours per day, Monday through Friday, though CCNLs may set different daily schedules.

The maximum working week, including overtime, must not exceed 48 hours averaged over a four-month period. Employees are entitled to a minimum daily rest of 11 consecutive hours and a weekly rest of at least 24 consecutive hours, typically on Sunday (PwC).

Overtime is regulated by both statute and the applicable CCNL. The annual cap on overtime is 250 hours per employee, unless a CCNL sets a different limit. Overtime rates vary by CCNL but typically follow the structure shown in the table below.

Managerial employees (dirigenti) are generally exempt from overtime limits under most CCNLs. Overtime hours beyond the 250-hour annual cap are prohibited unless the CCNL explicitly allows a higher limit. Overtime does not affect the calculation of TFR severance or 13th month salary, as these are based on the standard contractual salary.

Minimum Wage

Italy does not have a statutory national minimum wage. Instead, minimum pay is determined by the applicable CCNL for each sector.

Italy has over 900 registered CCNLs, though around 30 major agreements cover the vast majority of workers. The hourly equivalent under most CCNLs ranges from approximately €7 to €9 per hour, depending on the sector and employee level (Eurofound).

In 2025, Italy enacted Law No. 144/2025, which delegates the government to safeguard minimum wage in Italy through strengthened collective bargaining frameworks rather than introducing a statutory minimum. This law aims to ensure that all workers receive fair compensation in line with Article 36 of the Italian Constitution, which guarantees a wage proportionate to the quantity and quality of work performed.

Probation Period

Probation periods (periodo di prova) in Italy must be agreed in writing before or at the start of employment. The maximum duration depends on the employee’s role and the applicable CCNL. For most non-managerial employees, the probation period ranges from one to three months.

For managers (dirigenti), the probation period can extend up to six months. For more details, see our guide on the probation period in Italy.

During probation, either party can terminate the employment relationship without notice and without severance. However, the employer cannot dismiss the employee before the minimum probation period has elapsed if one is specified in the CCNL. Once the probation period ends, the employment automatically converts to a confirmed contract with full statutory protections.

Leave Entitlements

Italian law gives employees a wide range of statutory leave entitlements. The Italian Civil Code, Legislative Decree 66/2003, and the applicable CCNL together set the minimums that every employer must provide. Here is what each leave type looks like.

Annual Leave

All employees in Italy are entitled to a minimum of four weeks (20 working days) of paid annual leave per year. Many CCNLs provide additional days based on seniority, with entitlements reaching 26 to 32 days for long-serving employees. At least two consecutive weeks must be taken within the calendar year of accrual.

The remaining two weeks can be carried over and used within 18 months. Leave accrues from the first day of employment, including during the probation period.

Sick Leave

Sick leave in Italy is a shared responsibility between the employer and INPS. For the first three days (the “carenza” period), the employer pays 100% of salary. From day four onward, INPS pays sickness benefits: 50% of average daily pay for days 4 through 20, and 66.67% for days 21 through 180.

Many CCNLs require the employer to top up the INPS benefit so the employee receives close to full pay. Employees must submit a medical certificate (certificato medico) to INPS electronically, and the employer can request a home visit to verify the illness.

Maternity Leave

Maternity leave (congedo di maternità) in Italy is five months, mandatory and fully protected. The standard split is two months before the expected due date and three months after birth, though employees can opt to work until one month before the due date and take four months after. INPS pays 80% of average daily pay during the full five months.

Most CCNLs require the employer to top up the remaining 20% so the employee receives full salary. Dismissal during pregnancy and until the child turns one year old is prohibited.

Paternity Leave

Fathers in Italy are entitled to 10 days of mandatory paid paternity leave (congedo di paternità obbligatorio), which can be taken within five months of the child’s birth. In the case of multiple births, paternity leave increases to 20 days. During this period, the father receives 100% of salary, funded by INPS.

Other Statutory Leave

Italian law and CCNLs provide several additional leave entitlements beyond annual, sick, and parental leave:

Each parent can take up to six months of parental leave (congedo parentale), with a combined maximum of 10 months (11 if the father takes at least three months). Starting in 2026, the first three months are paid at 80% of salary by INPS, with the remainder at 30%. Parental leave can be taken until the child turns 12.

Employees are entitled to 15 calendar days of paid marriage leave, as provided by most CCNLs. Three days of paid bereavement leave per year apply for the death or serious illness of a spouse, registered partner, or close family member under Law 53/2000.

Employees with at least five years of service are entitled to up to 150 hours of study leave over three years for continuing education, and the Workers’ Statute (Law 300/1970) grants the right to attend exams. Blood donors receive a paid day off on the day of donation under Law 219/2005.

Under the Italian Civil Code and Legislative Decree 66/2003, the table below summarises every statutory leave entitlement. The most important point for employers is that annual leave accrues from day one, including during the probation period, and unused leave must be paid out upon termination.

Statutory Employee Benefits

Beyond leave, Italian law requires employers to provide a range of additional benefits. Whether you employ directly or through an EOR, all of the following are mandatory:

Italy has a universal public healthcare system, the Servizio Sanitario Nazionale (SSN), funded through social security contributions and general taxation. All legally employed individuals and their dependents are covered. Many employers also offer supplementary private health insurance, though this is not legally required unless specified in the CCNL.

Both employers and employees contribute to the public pension system through INPS. The combined pension contribution rate is 33% of gross salary (approximately 23.81% employer, 9.19% employee). See the employee benefits in Italy page for additional detail.

TFR (trattamento di fine rapporto) accrues at approximately 7.41% of annual gross salary each year and is paid out upon termination of employment for any reason. Employees can choose to leave TFR with the employer, transfer it to a supplementary pension fund, or (in companies with 50+ employees) have it managed by the INPS Treasury Fund.

Employees who fall ill receive sick pay funded partly by the employer (first three days) and partly by INPS (from day 4 onward, at 50% for days 4–20 and 66.67% for days 21–180). Unemployment insurance (NASpI) provides income replacement at up to 75% of average salary for workers who lose their jobs involuntarily, with benefits lasting up to 24 months depending on contribution history.

Workplace accident insurance through INAIL covers medical treatment, temporary disability payments, and permanent disability compensation for work-related injuries and occupational diseases. Premiums are paid entirely by the employer.

Recent Regulatory Updates (2026)

Several changes to Italian employment law took effect in late 2025 and 2026. The biggest is the reduction of the second IRPEF income tax bracket from 35% to 33% for income between €28,000 and €50,000, effective from 2026. This was made permanent by the 2026 Budget Law and reduces the tax burden on mid-range earners (KPMG).

Law No. 144/2025 delegates the government to strengthen collective bargaining and ensure fair wages, moving away from proposals for a statutory minimum wage.

The law requires legislative decrees to be issued within six months to tackle underpayment and promote timely CCNL renewals. Separately, Law No. 132/2025 introduces a regulatory framework for the use of artificial intelligence in employment decisions, scheduled to take effect in 2026.

On parental leave, the 2026 Budget Law expands entitlements. The first three months of parental leave will now be paid at 80% of salary (up from 30% to 60% previously), and overall parental leave has been extended from 10 to 11 months as a baseline.

Productivity bonuses of up to €5,000 will be taxed at a preferential 1% rate instead of the standard IRPEF rates. Italy is also implementing the EU Pay Transparency Directive in 2026, which will require employers to provide greater salary disclosure and reporting.

Work Permits and Visas in Italy

Work Permit Requirements

Who Needs a Work Permit

EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals have the right to work in Italy without a work permit or visa. They can register with the local Anagrafe (registry office) after three months.

Non-EU nationals require a work permit (nulla osta al lavoro) and a work visa (visto per lavoro) to be employed in Italy. Some bilateral agreements and special categories (e.g., holders of long-term EU residence permits issued by another member state) may have simplified procedures.

Eligibility and Required Documents

To obtain a work permit in Italy, the employer must apply for the nulla osta through the Sportello Unico per l’Immigrazione (Single Immigration Desk). Required documents typically include a valid passport, the employment contract or offer letter, proof of adequate accommodation in Italy, educational qualifications or professional certifications, and evidence that the employer has met any applicable quota requirements under the Decreto Flussi. For more details on the process, see our work visas in Italy.

Processing Time and Validity

Processing times vary by visa category. The nulla osta must be issued within 30 days of the application being submitted, under the reformed Decreto Flussi rules.

After receiving the nulla osta, the employee applies for the work visa at the Italian consulate in their home country, which typically takes an additional two to four weeks. The initial work permit (permesso di soggiorno) is usually valid for one to two years, matching the duration of the employment contract.

Renewal Process

Work permit renewals must be submitted at least 60 days before the permit expires. The employee can continue working while the renewal is being processed, provided the application was submitted on time.

Renewal requires a valid employment contract, proof of continued employment, and updated documentation. After five years of continuous legal residence and employment, employees can apply for a long-term EU residence permit (permesso di soggiorno UE per soggiornanti di lungo periodo), which grants indefinite work rights.

Common Visa Types for Foreign Workers

Italy’s work visa system is managed by the Ministry of the Interior, with annual quotas set through the Decreto Flussi. The 2026–2028 Decreto Flussi authorizes approximately 500,000 work visas over three years.

The EOR can sponsor most categories except self-employment visas. Below is an overview of the main visa types available to foreign workers.

Visa types not listed above, including tourist visas, student visas, and transit visas, do not permit employment in Italy.

How an EOR Handles Work Permits

An EOR in Italy can sponsor work permits for non-EU employees because the EOR operates through its own Italian legal entity. The EOR files the nulla osta application with the Sportello Unico, manages the documentation, and tracks the process through to permit issuance. The employee’s responsibilities include providing personal documents, attending the consulate appointment, and completing biometric registration upon arrival in Italy.

Using an EOR for work permit sponsorship adds approximately four to twelve weeks to the onboarding timeline described in the section above. The exact duration depends on the visa category, the employee’s nationality, and whether the application falls within the Decreto Flussi quota cycle.

EU Blue Card applications are exempt from quota limits and generally process faster. The EOR also handles permit renewals and any changes in employment terms that require permit amendments.

Payroll, Taxes, and Social Security in Italy

Employer Contributions

Employers in Italy make substantial social security contributions to INPS and INAIL on behalf of each employee. The total employer contribution rate typically ranges from 29% to 32% of gross salary, depending on the company’s sector, size, and risk classification. The table below shows the standard breakdown for a commercial-sector employer with 50 or more employees (INPS).

Employee Contributions

Employees in Italy also contribute to social security through payroll deductions withheld by the employer (or EOR). The employee’s share is lower than the employer’s, and IRPEF income tax is withheld monthly based on the employee’s expected annual income. The table below shows the standard employee deductions (PwC).

Income Tax

Italy uses a progressive income tax system called IRPEF (Imposta sul Reddito delle Persone Fisiche). The 2026 Budget Law reduced the number of brackets from four to three and lowered the second bracket rate from 35% to 33%.

The current IRPEF brackets are shown below. In addition to national IRPEF, employees pay regional and municipal surcharges that vary by location (Agenzia delle Entrate).

Payroll Cycle

Payroll in Italy runs on a monthly cycle, with employees paid once per month, typically by the end of the month or the first few days of the following month. Payment must be made by bank transfer; cash payment of salaries is prohibited by law for amounts above a very low threshold. Employers must issue a detailed pay slip (busta paga) with every payment, showing gross salary, all deductions, employer contributions, and net pay.

Key payroll deadlines include: monthly IRPEF and social security contribution payments to INPS by the 16th of the following month (via F24 form), annual tax reconciliation (Certificazione Unica) by March, and the annual declaration (Modello 770) by October. INAIL premiums are calculated annually based on the prior year’s payroll and paid in February, with a balance adjustment in November.

13th Month Salary and Bonus Pay

The 13th month salary (tredicesima) is mandatory in Italy for all employees. It equals one month’s gross salary and is paid in December, typically before Christmas. The tredicesima accrues at 1/12 of the monthly salary for each month worked.

Employees who join or leave mid-year receive a pro-rated amount. The tredicesima is subject to standard income tax and social security deductions.

Some CCNLs also require a 14th month salary (quattordicesima), usually paid in June or July. The quattordicesima is not required by law and depends entirely on the applicable CCNL.

The commerce sector CCNL (CCNL Commercio), for example, mandates a 14th month payment. Employers should factor the tredicesima (and quattordicesima if applicable) into their annual cost calculations, as these increase the total annual compensation by 8.3% to 16.7% above the stated monthly salary.

Cost of Hiring Through an EOR in Italy

EOR Service Fees

EOR service fees in Italy typically range from $300 to $600 per employee per month. This flat fee covers employment contract management, monthly payroll processing, tax withholding and filing, social security contributions, benefits administration, leave management, and ongoing compliance support. The exact fee depends on the complexity of the engagement, the number of employees, and the level of additional services (such as work permit sponsorship or supplementary benefits administration).

Total Employment Cost Breakdown

The table below shows the full monthly cost of employing someone through an EOR in Italy, using a $5,000 gross monthly salary as an example. This includes the employer’s social security contributions, TFR accrual, the 13th month salary provision, and the EOR service fee.

All figures are in USD. The exchange rate used is 1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR (April 2026).

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Benefits of Using an EOR in Italy

Using an employer of record in Italy gives you access to one of Europe’s most complex employment frameworks without taking on the compliance burden yourself. There are over 900 CCNLs, mandatory TFR accrual, a multi-layered tax system, and strong employee protections.

An EOR takes all of that off your plate. Here is what that looks like in practice.

An EOR can have your first employee in Italy onboarded and working within one to two weeks. Entity incorporation typically takes two to four months, plus additional time for bank account setup, INPS and INAIL registration, and payroll system configuration. If you need to hire quickly, an EOR eliminates this waiting period entirely.

Italian employment law is shaped by national statutes, EU directives, and the applicable CCNL for each employee’s sector. Getting any of these wrong—wrong CCNL classification, incorrect TFR calculation, missed INPS filing—can result in fines, back-payments, and legal disputes. The EOR’s local legal team keeps every aspect of the employment relationship compliant.

Running your own entity in Italy means paying for a registered office, accounting, corporate tax filings, and local legal counsel on top of employment costs. For teams of fewer than 10 to 15 employees, the EOR model is almost always more cost-effective. You pay a flat monthly fee per employee instead of absorbing the fixed overhead of an entity.

Because the EOR is the legal employer, it absorbs the direct legal risk of employment claims, wrongful termination disputes, and regulatory penalties. Your company retains operational control of the employee’s work while the EOR carries the employment liability on its books.

Italy’s notice period and TFR obligations make it expensive to exit quickly if a hire does not work out. With an EOR, you can scale your Italy team up or down without the sunk cost of maintaining a legal entity through quiet periods.

An EOR can manage employees across multiple Italian regions or across multiple EU countries from a single service agreement. You do not need separate entities, payroll providers, or legal advisors for each location.

For non-EU nationals, the EOR can sponsor work permits through its own Italian entity, manage Decreto Flussi applications, and handle EU Blue Card filings. You do not need your own entity or immigration infrastructure to bring in international talent.

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Termination and Offboarding in Italy

Notice Periods

Notice periods in Italy are governed by the applicable CCNL and vary based on the employee’s level, tenure, and the collective agreement in force. Both the employer and employee must provide written notice before terminating the employment relationship.

Italian law allows either party to pay salary in lieu of notice (indennità sostitutiva del preavviso). The notice period applies to indefinite-term contracts; fixed-term contracts end automatically at the agreed date unless renewed (L&E Global).

Dismissal for just cause (giusta causa), such as serious misconduct or criminal behavior, does not require notice. Mutual termination agreements (risoluzione consensuale) can specify their own terms. Employees who resign before the notice period expires must compensate the employer for the unserved portion unless the employer waives this right.

Severance Pay

Severance in Italy is unique compared to most other countries. The TFR (trattamento di fine rapporto) is a mandatory deferred compensation that accrues throughout the entire employment relationship.

It is owed to every employee upon termination, regardless of the reason, including resignation. The governing provision is Article 2120 of the Italian Civil Code (WIPO Lex).

Calculation Method

The TFR formula is: annual gross salary divided by 13.5 for each year of service. “Annual gross salary” includes the base salary, 13th month, 14th month (if applicable), and other regular compensation elements. Overtime is excluded.

The accumulated TFR is revalued each year by a fixed coefficient of 1.5% plus 75% of the ISTAT consumer price index. This revaluation means the actual payout at termination will be slightly higher than the simple multiplication shown in the table above.

Caps and Exceptions

There is no statutory cap on TFR, as it is not traditional severance but deferred compensation. TFR is owed in all termination scenarios: employer-initiated dismissal, employee resignation, retirement, mutual agreement, or end of a fixed-term contract. The only way an employee does not receive TFR is if the employment never started.

Employees may choose to redirect their TFR to a supplementary pension fund (fondo pensione complementare) instead of leaving it with the employer. In companies with 50 or more employees, unallocated TFR is automatically transferred to the INPS Treasury Fund. In addition to TFR, employees dismissed without just cause may be entitled to additional compensation under the Jobs Act (Legislative Decree 23/2015), ranging from 6 to 36 months’ salary depending on the circumstances and the applicable court ruling.

Grounds for Termination

Italian law recognizes three grounds for employer-initiated termination. Just cause (giusta causa) covers serious misconduct so severe that the employment relationship cannot continue even temporarily, such as theft, violence, or gross insubordination. No notice is required for just cause dismissal.

Justified subjective reason (giustificato motivo soggettivo) covers less severe employee misconduct or failure to perform, and requires the employer to serve the contractual notice period. Justified objective reason (giustificato motivo oggettivo) covers economic, organizational, or production-related reasons that are not related to the employee’s conduct.

Unfair dismissal protections in Italy are strong. Under the Jobs Act, employees hired after March 7, 2015, on indefinite contracts are entitled to compensation of two months’ salary per year of service (minimum 6, maximum 36 months) if a court finds the dismissal unjustified.

For employees hired before that date or in companies with fewer than 15 employees, different and sometimes more protective rules apply. Dismissals based on discrimination, pregnancy, or union activity are automatically void and require reinstatement.

EOR vs. Other Hiring Models in Italy

EOR vs. Setting Up a Local Entity

Setting up a company in Italy, typically as a Società a Responsabilità Limitata (S.r.l.), involves notarization of the articles of incorporation, registration with the Camera di Commercio, opening a local bank account, registering with INPS and INAIL, and establishing payroll systems. The process takes two to four months and costs €5,000 to €15,000 in setup fees, plus ongoing annual maintenance costs of €10,000 to €25,000. The table below compares an EOR with a local entity across nine dimensions.

For companies that need to test the Italian market or hire a small team, the EOR is the faster and more cost-effective option. Entity setup makes sense once your Italian headcount exceeds 15 employees and you plan to maintain a long-term, permanent presence in the country.

The key trade-off is control. With an entity, you have complete flexibility over employment policies, benefits packages, and strategic decisions. With an EOR, you operate within the EOR’s established employment framework, which is optimized for compliance but may offer less room for custom policies.

EOR vs. Hiring Independent Contractors

Hiring independent contractors in Italy can seem simpler and cheaper than using an EOR, but it carries significant legal risk. Italy has strict rules on worker classification, and the consequences of misclassification include back payment of all employer social security contributions, IRPEF withholding, TFR, leave entitlements, and penalties.

The table below compares the two models. For more on hiring contractors in Italy, see our dedicated guide.

Italy distinguishes between genuine self-employment and “collaborazione coordinata e continuativa” (coordinated and continuous collaboration), which is a form of quasi-employment. If a contractor works exclusively for one client, follows set hours, uses the client’s tools, and is integrated into the client’s organizational structure, Italian courts can reclassify the relationship as employment. The consequences include retroactive payment of all employer contributions, TFR, leave, and 13th month salary from the start of the engagement, plus penalties.

For any role where the worker will be integrated into your team on an ongoing basis, using an EOR provides significantly more legal protection than engaging the person as a contractor. Reserve contractor arrangements for genuinely independent, project-based engagements where the contractor controls how and when they work.

EOR vs. PEO (Professional Employer Organization)

In Italy, staff leasing (somministrazione di lavoro) is regulated by Legislative Decree 81/2015 and requires ministerial authorization. A PEO in Italy operates under this co-employment model, where the PEO becomes the formal employer while the client retains operational control. The critical difference between an EOR and a PEO is that a PEO requires your company to already have a local entity in Italy, while an EOR does not.

Under Italian law, staff leasing agencies (including entities operating as PEOs) must hold specific ministerial authorization from the Ministry of Labour. The number of staff-leased employees cannot exceed 20% of the client’s permanent workforce for indefinite contracts or 30% for fixed-term contracts. These limits do not apply to EOR arrangements where the EOR is the sole legal employer.

If you do not have a local entity in Italy and do not plan to establish one, the EOR is the correct model. If you already have an Italian subsidiary and want to outsource HR and payroll administration, a PEO may be appropriate. For most companies hiring their first employees in Italy, the EOR path is faster, simpler, and carries less compliance risk.

Public Holidays in Italy

Italy observes 12 national public holidays each year, plus a local patron saint’s day that varies by city (for example, June 24 in Florence for San Giovanni, December 7 in Milan for Sant’Ambrogio). Employees who work on a public holiday are entitled to premium pay per their CCNL, typically 50% to 60% above the standard rate. The table below lists all national public holidays for 2026 (timeanddate.com).

Public holidays falling on a weekend are generally not moved to the following Monday in Italy. However, when a holiday falls on a Tuesday or Thursday, many Italian companies observe an unofficial “ponte” (bridge day), giving employees the Monday or Friday off to create a long weekend. Employers should plan payroll and project timelines around the August holiday period, as many Italian businesses significantly reduce operations during the weeks surrounding Ferragosto (August 15).

How to Get Started with an EOR in Italy

If you are ready to hire employees in Italy, Hiring your first employee in Italy through an EOR takes five steps, from the initial setup to the employee’s first day.

• First: Define the role and compensation. Determine the job description, required qualifications, salary (benchmarked against Italian market rates and the applicable CCNL), and benefits package. Your EOR provider can advise on competitive compensation for the Italian market and help you understand the total employer cost, including social security, TFR, and the 13th month salary.
• Second: Select your EOR provider and sign the service agreement. Choose an EOR with a legal entity in Italy, experience with the relevant CCNL for your industry, and the ability to handle work permits if needed. The service agreement defines the EOR’s responsibilities, your obligations as the client, fee structure, and termination terms.
• Third: Onboard the employee. Provide the employee’s personal details and the agreed compensation package. The EOR drafts a compliant employment contract, registers the employee with INPS and INAIL, and configures payroll. The employee signs the contract and starts work, typically within one to two weeks of signing the service agreement.
• Fourth: Manage day-to-day work. You direct the employee’s daily tasks, set goals, and manage performance. The EOR handles all back-office employment administration: monthly payroll runs, tax filings, leave tracking, benefits management, and compliance updates. Most EORs provide an online platform where you can view payroll reports, manage leave requests, and access employment documents.
• Fifth: Scale, adjust, or transition. As your needs evolve, you can add more employees through the same EOR, adjust compensation, or eventually transition employees to your own Italian entity if you decide to incorporate. The EOR handles the offboarding process if you need to end an engagement, including TFR payout, notice periods, and final payroll.

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Where companies hiring in Italy expand next

Employers with operations in Italy often extend across Southern Europe, leveraging EU portability and overlapping business culture. Teams frequently add operations in France for EU-wide worker mobility and portable social security; Spain often follows for shared EU compliance frameworks; hiring in Switzerland is a common next step, offering EU-level labor law alignment; and an EOR partner in Greece rounds out the regional footprint with adjacent EU market with harmonized labor directives.