Build your China team
With white-glove localized support. Starting at just $379/month.
Get compliant employment contracts, local payroll, and expert-backed onboarding, all in one place with our Employer of Record in China.
- Hire & pay without setting up a local entity
- Handle full-time employees and contractors
- Onboard in 5-7 business days
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Trusted by global leaders across industries
Our clients include SaaS, logistics, e-commerce companies across sectors that are looking to grow their business globally. Become one of them.
Tap into China’s skilled talent pool
Skilled, highly-educated workforce
Tech, finance, support, you’ll find talent across every function
Strong employment market
Stable economic conditions and competitive government programs
Ready to work
A remote-ready workforce with global experience means less training, more output
Exploring entity setup in China for hiring? Think again.
It’s costly, time-consuming, and governed by strict labor laws.
Why figure out compliance on your own?
We can help you handle employment contracts, payroll registration, social security contributions, work permits, and tax filings.
Payroll would mean more than just payouts
It includes pension, health insurance, unemployment insurance, housing fund, and regular reporting to local authorities.
No need to set up a legal entity
With us, you can onboard employees or contractors legally with minimal delays and risk, and help get your global team off the ground effortlessly and at speed.
5–7 days onboarding with employment contracts, payroll, and tax setup ready to go.
Employment contracts
We support fixed-term, non-fixed-term, and project-based employment contracts, covering role, salary, benefits, and leaves as required.
Background checks
We can help run identity, employment history, criminal record, and reference checks to support informed hiring decisions.
Visa & work permits
From a Visa Z for employment to other work-related permits, we can guide you through documentation, submissions, and renewals for timely starts.
Equipment provisioning
We make employee onboarding effortless by managing all equipment provisioning. We also have ties with multiple co-working spaces to boost employee productivity.
The following services are available as add-ons, based on your hiring needs. Please contact us for more information on the availability of these services as per local laws.
We strive to follow every rule to the letter
Social security contributions
Employers contribute towards pension, maternity insurance, health insurance, unemployment insurance, and work-related injury insurance. Different regions have different rates. Shanghai has 25.66% to 27.02%. Beijing has 26.5% to 28.2% and Guangzhou has 21.35% to 22.55%.
Retirement benefits
Retirement age is 60 for men and 55 for women. Benefits include base pension, individual account pension, and transitional pension, with at least 15 years of contributions required.
We stay ahead, so you never fall behind
Labor law coverage
Stay aligned with the Labour Law, Labour Contract Law, Social Insurance Law, Occupational Disease Prevention Law, , which govern employment contracts, benefits, and workplace protections.
Worker classification & penalties
Misclassifying employees can result in fines, back payments, or reinstatement orders. We can help you correctly classify and contract workers.
Workplace safety
We can help you stay aligned with the Occupational Safety and Health Act, supporting a safe work environment for all employees.
Audit-ready documentation
We can help you maintain organized employment records, contribution receipts, and tax filings for inspections or audits.
Your employees get what they’re owed
Annual leaves
Employees receive 5 days (1–10 years’ service), 10 days (10–20 years), or 15 days (20+ years) of paid leave. Employers must pay 200% of the daily wage for unused leave.
Parental leave
In addition to maternity leave, employees may be entitled to marriage leave, bereavement leave, and other statutory leaves based on provincial rules.
Rest days
Employees are entitled to one full day off per week, typically Saturday or Sunday.
Letting go is hard; doing it wrong is worse. We know how to do this well and compliantly
Termination rules in China
China does not follow an ‘at-will’ employment policy; employees cannot be terminated unilaterally. Employers must provide 30 days’ written notice for most terminations, or 3 days’ notice during probation.
Notice periods & documentation
Employers must provide 30 days’ written notice for most terminations, or 3 days’ notice during probation. Fixed-assignment employment contracts do not have a probation period, and employees cannot be placed back on probation after employment contract renewal.
Severance pay
We can help calculate final pay, unused leave compensation (paid at 200% of the daily wage for unused paid leave), social security contributions, and any statutory severance owed under Chinese law.
More value, lower monthly cost
Manage Full-time Employees
Starting at
$379
/month
- Localized employment agreements
- Payroll processing with statutory deductions
- Device provisioning and workspace support (optional)
- White-glove onboarding in 5-7 business days
- Dedicated account managers
- Fast, localised support (24-hour SLA)
- Optional services: background checks, equipment provisioning, and more
Manage Contractors
Starting at
$19
/month
- Payments in 70+ currencies
- Invoice tracking
- Expense management: For contractors to submit and get approvals
Trusted by businesses worldwide
Jon Santavy
Managing Partner, Simwell
Payoneer Workforce Management has been a game-changer for us, completely transforming the way we manage our global team. Payoneer Workforce Management’s digital onboarding has made our international payments as easy as our domestic ones. Payroll management that used to take hours is now error-free and takes just a few minutes.
Lavinia Davison
Global Head of Talent & Operations, OpenSolar
Payoneer Workforce Management, has been a key partner in our international expansion. Their seamless onboarding process and compliance expertise have allowed us to focus on our core mission which is to accelerate the world’s transition from fossil fuels to solar energy.
Brian Butcher
EVP, Corporate Development, PureRed
Payoneer Workforce Management made our team expansion possible, handling the complex onboarding and payroll processes across six different countries with ease. Their local expertise ensured our compliance, letting us focus on what we do best—serving our clients.
Bret Michaelsen
Human Resources Director, VRP Consulting
Payoneer Workforce Management’s solutions empowered us to scale our workforce globally with ease, ensuring timely payroll, compliance, and a seamless onboarding experience—all on one powerful platform.
Shaik Mohammed Shabaz
Head of Human Resources & Administration, Microsense
Payoneer Workforce Management simplified our contractor engagement from start to finish. Their platform covered onboarding, payments, and compliance, making our expansion into new markets practically frictionless.
Why do companies choose Payoneer Workforce Management to hire in China?
Transparent, Flat Pricing
Starting at $379 for EOR with 100% transparency in the fee structure. Consistent cost regardless of seniority, role type, or team size
White-Glove Onboarding
Dedicated account manager for both you & the employees. Enjoy localized support across time zones
Additional Local Support
Background checks, international health insurance, expat support, device provisioning, and co-working access
Deep Integrations
Integrate with 70+ tools across HRIS, accounting, and time-tracking. No process disruption. Just smooth operations
Mobile App
Stay in control wherever you are. The Payoneer Workforce Management app supports both employers and contractors
User-Friendly Interface
With an interface that’s clean and ready to go, Payoneer Workforce Management is designed for busy teams that dislike a steep learning curve
The all-in-one platform for global hiring
160+
Countries covered
70
Currencies for payroll
24×5
Dedicated Support
100%
Transparency in fees
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Payoneer Workforce Management helps businesses hire in China without setting up a local entity. We can help you manage employment contracts, payroll, social security contributions, tax filings, and compliance with Chinese labor laws, while you direct day-to-day work.
Our EOR pricing starts at $379/month per employee. Contractor management starts at $19/month.
No. Payoneer Workforce Management acts as the legal employer, allowing you to hire and pay employees in China without incorporating locally.
We can help manage statutory entitlements such as pension, medical, maternity, unemployment, and work-related injury insurance, plus mandatory housing fund contributions. Additional benefits like supplemental insurance or equipment provisioning can be considered based on your needs.
Yes. Employer of Record (EOR) is a legally recognized model in China. The EOR becomes the official employer on paper, handling compliance, payroll, and employment contracts while you manage daily operations.
Onboarding timelines depend on document readiness and approvals, but we can typically prepare employment contracts, payroll, and statutory registrations within 5 to 7 business days.
Employers must give 30 days’ notice for most terminations or 3 days’ notice during probation, along with any applicable compensation.
The information on this page reflects the details available at the time of publication. For the most up-to-date information, please consult a Payoneer Workforce Management representative or account executive. Skuad Pte Limited (a Payoneer group company) and its affiliates & subsidiaries shall provide EoR, AoR, and contractor management services.