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determine who qualifies as a contractor. Globally, this is part of a broader move to ensure fair treatment for workers and fair taxation for governments. The days of “just invoice us” are over. Final Word Hiring across borders should be exciting, not risky, but “you don’t know what you don’t know” until a misstep puts you in legal hot water. An Employer of Record simplifies global hiring for you, and shields both companies and professionals from the pitfalls of misclassification. It’s the easiest way to build compliant, trusted relationships across markets. We’ve seen firsthand how the right structure builds confidence, stability, and longevity in global teams. Whether you’re hiring your first South African team member or managing a remote workforce across continents, compliance is the foundation of it all.
Globally, this is part of a broader move to ensure fair treatment for workers and fair taxation for governments. The days of “just invoice us” are over.
The EOR model prevents those headaches entirely. You hire legally, onboard quickly, and know your team is protected from day one. For South African Professionals: Know Your Rights If you’re a South African professional working for an international company, pay attention to how you’re engaged. If they’re asking you to invoice monthly, but you’re working full-time hours exclusively for them, that’s a red flag. Ask these questions: Who is my legal employer?
Are taxes and contributions being paid on my behalf? A legitimate EOR arrangement protects both you and your employer, ensuring your income, benefits, and legal rights are secure. A Note on the Netherlands, the US, and Beyond We’re seeing similar authorities are tightening enforcement under the DBA Act, which defines whether freelancers (ZZP’ers) are genuinely independent. In the US, the Department of Labour has introduced stricter criteria to trends worldwide. In the Netherlands,
Am I protected under South African labour law?
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