Oyster Team

Oyster is a global employment platform designed to enable visionary HR leaders to find, engage, pay, manage, develop, and take care of a thriving distributed workforce.

Why impact-driven businesses will come out on top in the war for talent with Nicholas Andreou

Fostering a sense of purpose at work is essential.

Managing conflict in a remote environment with Kimberly Bringas

Consider using conflict as an opportunity to connect.

A strong foundation for future impact: Oyster’s 2022 impact report

We share some impact highlights from 2022.

Moving to Switzerland: All you need to know

A guide to moving to Switzerland for work and life.

8 Rippling alternatives for HR teams in 2026

Explore 8 Rippling alternatives

Remote vs. distributed: What the differences are and why distributed is the future of work

Distributed work is here to stay. Is your HR team ready?

What is a leave of absence? Everything employers should know

Learn the benefits and rules of leave of absence

Calling people back to the office? Consider your workplace strategy first

Make the best decision for you and your team.

Employee misclassification: The risks for distributed companies

What you need to know to avoid misclassifying your workers.

7 signs you should hire an international independent contractor

Signs to look for when you need to hire global contractors.

1040 vs. 1099 forms: What's the difference?

Know the differences so you can breeze through tax season.

How to offer employee bonuses across globally distributed teams

Read this before you jump on the bandwagon.

Running Remote: Takeaways from the world's largest remote work conference

We recap some of our favourite moments.

Choosing an EOR? Here's the evaluation framework leaders use to avoid surprises

Not all EOR providers are equal. Use this practical framework to evaluate coverage, compliance, support, and team experience before you sign.

August calls for AI and automation

See what's new this month.

Announcing Oyster’s enhanced co-branding feature

Customize the Oyster app to reflect your brand identity.

Secure work visas, offer equity in 42 countries, and more: March product updates

See what’s new this month.

Simpler onboarding, automated leave carryover, and more: January product updates

See what's new this month.

Save time & effort with these 9 updates: Q3 product updates

See what's new this quarter.

Hibob & Workday integrations, salary insights, and more: Q2 product updates

See what's new this quarter.

3 new integrations + templates for faster hiring: Q1 product updates

See what's new this quarter.

4 big trends and takeaways from Transform 2023

Find out was top of mind for Transform attendees.

Hire equitably: Resources for hiring refugee talent

Learn how to hire refugee candidates.

True or false? 10 myths about hiring global employees

Common misconceptions about hiring global employees.

Automating global hiring with Oyster

Learn about our new automated hiring process.

Employer of Record in Estonia: Hire in 48 hours

Employer of Record in Estonia: No entity setup. Hire in 48 hours. Employer cost 33.8%. Annual leave 28 days. Notice periods 15–90 days (tenure-dependent).

Employer of Record in Cyprus: hire in 48 hours

Hire in Cyprus without a local entity. Oyster handles Social Insurance and GESY contributions, compliant contracts, and onboarding within 48 hours.

Employer of Record in Malaysia: hire in days

Hire Malaysian employees in days without setting up a local entity. An Employer of Record handles EPF, SOCSO, payroll, and Employment Act compliance automatically.

Employer of Record in Peru

Employer of Record in Peru: hire compliantly in 48 hours without entity setup. Covers 13th/14th month salaries, EsSalud enrollment, and Spanish contracts.

Employer of Record in New Zealand: hire without an entity

An Employer of Record in New Zealand handles payroll, primary care leave, and employment law compliance, so you can hire without setting up an entity.

Employer of Record in Romania: hire compliantly in days

Hire in Romania without a local entity. Oyster handles REGES-online registration, Romanian-language contracts, and payroll so you hire in 48 hours.

Employer of Record in Bulgaria: hire in days

Hire Bulgarian employees in days without setting up a local entity. An Employer of Record handles length of service pay, statutory contributions, and payroll automatically.

Employer of Record in Kenya

Employer of Record in Kenya: hire compliantly in 48 hours without entity setup.

Employer of Record in Hungary: hire compliantly fast

What you should know when looking for an EOR in Hungary.

Employer of Record in Saudi Arabia

What you should know when looking for an EOR in Saudi Arabia.

Employer of Record in Serbia: hire in 48 hours

A guide to using EOR services in Serbia.

Employer of Record in Pakistan

Employer of Record in Pakistan: hire compliantly in 48 hours without entity setup. Covers tax withholding, social security, Eid bonuses, and multi-statute compliance.

Employer of Record in Greece: hire without an entity

An Employer of Record in Greece handles mandatory bonuses, social security, and Greek contracts, so you can hire compliantly without setting up an entity.

Employer of Record in Taiwan

Hire in Taiwan without a local entity. Oyster gets you a compliant employment contract in 48 hours and handles Labor Insurance, Pension, and payroll compliance.

Employer of Record in Ukraine: hire compliantly fast

An Employer of Record in Ukraine handles USC contributions, Ukrainian-language contracts, and martial-law compliance, so you can hire compliantly within days.

Employer of Record in Austria: hire in days

Hire Austrian employees in days with an Employer of Record instead of setting up a local entity. EOR services handle compliance, contracts, and payroll.

Hire your South Korea team with an Employer of Record (EOR)

Use an Employer of Record in South Korea to hire compliantly in 48 hours without entity setup. Covers severance accrual, social insurance enrollment, and labor law compliance.

Employer of Record in Turkey: Hire compliantly in days

A guide to using EOR services in Turkey.

Hire Your Costa Rica Team Fast With an Employer of Record

What you should know when looking for an EOR in Costa Rica.

Hire your Croatian team with an Employer of Record

Hiring in Croatia? Learn labor costs, compliance requirements, and why EOR beats entity setup.

Hire in Colombia: Complete Guide to Employer of Record (EOR) Payroll, Compliance, and Total Employment Costs

How much does it cost to hire in Colombia? Full breakdown of payroll taxes, cesantías, social contributions, and EOR hiring process.

Hire your Hong Kong team with an Employer of Record

Hire in Hong Kong in days, not weeks. Learn how an EOR handles MPF, compliance, and IR56 filings, compare entity setup vs. EOR with transparent pricing.

Hire Your Vietnam Team with an Employer of Record: Compliance, Costs & Timelines

Skip the legal complexity of Vietnam hiring: expert guide to EOR compliance, payroll setup, and labor law for global employers.

Employer of Record (EOR) in Ireland: A quick guide

Discover how an EOR service can help you hire in Ireland.

Employers of Record (EORs) in Finland: Everything you need to know

A guide to working with EOR services in Finland.

Employers of Record (EORs) in South Africa: Everything you need to know

Get up to speed with using an EOR service in South Africa.

Employers of Record (EORs) in Denmark: Everything you need to know

Learn how an EOR service can help you hire in Denmark.

Employers of Record (EORs) in Belgium: Everything you need to know

Learn how an EOR service can help you hire in Belgium.

How to hire employees using an employer of record in Italy

A guide to using EOR services in Italy.

Employers of Record (EORs) in Singapore: Everything you need to know

A guide to working with EOR services in Singapore.

Employer of record (EOR) in Switzerland: The ultimate guide

Get up to speed with EORs in Switzerland.

Employers of Record (EORs) in Poland: Everything you need to know

Discover how an EOR service can help you hire in Poland.

Employers of Record (EORs) in the United Arab Emirates: Everything you need to know

How an EOR can help you hire in the United Arab Emirates.

Employer of record (EOR) in Sweden: A guide to the basics

Discover how an EOR service can help you hire in Sweden.

Employers of Record (EORs) in the Netherlands: Everything you need to know

Everything you need to know about EORs in the Netherlands.

Employers of Record (EORs) in France: Everything you need to know

All you need to know about using EOR services in France.

Employer of record (EOR) in the US: Benefits and how it works

Learn how an employer of record (EOR) in the U.S. works.

Employer of record in Canada: A concise guide

Understanding EORs in Canada.

EORs in Portugal: Everything you need to know

What you should know when looking for an EOR in Portugal.

What you need to know about Employers of Record (EORs) and Hiring in Germany

Find out more about hiring and EORs in Germany

Employer of record in Spain: A guide to compliant hiring

Find out how to use an employer of record in Spain.

EOR Pricing Explained: Subscription Fees, Hidden Costs, and Add-ons

Learn the key hidden costs and important information regarding pricing for your EOR.

Your EOR Migration Questions, Answered

Straight answers to the questions HR and People teams ask most about how EOR migrations work, from timeline to tenure to payroll.

Catch up on Oyster’s Q3 Product Updates

Get the latest updates for Oyster's Q3 product updates

How to Choose Your Next Employer of Record

Choosing your next Employer of Record is about more than features. Learn how to evaluate EOR providers based on partnership, expertise, and transparency.

How to Prepare for a Successful EOR Migration

A migration goes more smoothly when a few things are lined up before you start. Here's what actually matters to prepare, and one cost that catches almost every team off guard.

What an EOR Migration Actually Looks Like

What actually happens during an EOR migration? A look at the people behind each phase and what two companies experienced firsthand switching to Oyster.

German Labor Law: What Hiring in Germany Really Takes and Why Smart Companies Use an EOR

Strong employee protections, tenure-based notice, works councils, misclassification risk. What German labor law means for your hire, and how to de-risk it.

Do You Really Need to Sponsor a Canada Work Visa? An Employer's Guide

Hiring someone for a role in Canada? You may not need a work visa at all. When sponsorship is required, when it isn't, and the faster compliant route.

French Labor Laws: Why Hiring in France Is Harder Than It Looks and How to De-risk It

France's labor code is full of traps for foreign employers: collective agreements, loaded costs, strict termination. What to know, and how to de-risk it.

Is Your Employer of Record Still the Right Fit?

Is your Employer of Record still working for you? Spot the warning signs, hidden costs, and when it’s time to explore alternatives.

The 4 Biggest Myths About Switching EOR Providers

Switching EOR providers comes loaded with assumptions about tenure, payroll, and workload. Here's what actually happens, and where the nuance matters.

Is It Time to Switch Your Employer of Record?

Is your Employer of Record still the right fit, or time to switch? Learn the signs, migration myths, and how to move providers smoothly without disrupting your team.

Catch up on Oyster’s Q2 Product Updates

Explore Oyster's Q2 2026 product updates: Philippines launch, Factorial integration, AI-powered support, equity tools, and more.

How to register a company in India

Expanding to India? This step-by-step guide covers how to register your company, why it matters, and which business structure is the right fit.

Employment background check in Canada: An employer's guide

Looking to hire in Canada? Learn how to run employment background checks, stay compliant, and avoid common mistakes.

6 best business expansion strategies

Ready to grow your business? Entering new markets requires a targeted expansion strategy. Discover key strategies and best practices for long-term success.

Regulatory compliance: A global guide to rules and best practices

Want to protect your business and avoid costly mistakes? Discover the essentials of regulatory compliance — from global rules to best practices — and keep your operations stress-free.

Employer branding strategy: How to attract and develop top talent

Want to stand out as a top employer? Good pay isn't enough. A strong employer branding strategy helps differentiate your company and attract the right talent.

The 8 best payroll services for startups in 2026

As startups grow, managing payroll becomes too complex to handle alone. Explore 8 top payroll services for startups — domestic and international — and learn how to choose the right one.

How Operations Nation hired their first international team member

Operations Nation is a UK-based community for ops leaders. When their ideal community manager was in Hungary, Oyster made hiring her simple and possible.

Oyster goes beyond global coverage

Oyster now supports hiring outside of Earth! We are proud to be the first EOR for humans (and extraterrestrial lifeforms) anywhere in the Milky Way.

Oyster’s Q1 2026 Product Updates

Oyster releases 1Q product updates, including better visibility into your workforce, less manual work across payroll and HR admin, and expert HR support for your entire global workforce.