India remains one of the most strategic destinations for international business expansion. With a vast, English-speaking talent pool, a thriving digital economy, and favourable government incentives, it presents significant opportunities for companies looking to expand across Asia.
Yet employing staff in India comes with complex statutory, tax, and labour law obligations, especially for those without a legal entity in the country. Access Financial’s Employer of Record (EoR) service in India provides a streamlined, agreeable solution to hire local or expatriate employees without setting up an Indian subsidiary.
An Employer of Record acts as the legal employer of your workforce in India while you manage the employees’ day-to-day tasks and performance. As your EoR, Access Financial is responsible for:
This model allows you to expand your team in India legally and efficiently – without establishing a local company.
1. Labour Codes implementation (ongoing 2025)
India is rolling out four Labour Codes that consolidate 29 laws covering wages, social security, industrial relations, and occupational health. As of mid-2025:
2. EPFO modernisation
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) now supports faster digital UAN creation, auto-transfer of PF balances, and online corrections. EPF interest is set at 8.25% for FY 2024–25.
3. Government hiring incentives
Eligible employers may receive PF contribution subsidies of up to ₹3,000 per employee/month for new hires under government-backed employment schemes.
4. Increased compliance scrutiny
Authorities are stepping up enforcement of employee rights, TDS filing accuracy, and termination protocols – making it more important than ever to partner with a knowledgeable local provider.
Legally required contracts
Employment contracts must include salary breakdowns, leave entitlements, notice periods, and must adhere to state-level Shops & Establishments Acts.
Statutory Benefits
Employers are responsible for:
Tax compliance (TDS)
Monthly salary taxes (TDS) must be deducted and deposited with the Income Tax Department. Accurate Form 16 generation and quarterly filings are mandatory.
Termination & exit
Termination procedures vary by state and employee type. Improper exits can result in penalties or reinstatement orders.
Hiring expatriates in India requires employer sponsorship under the Employment (E) Visa category. Requirements include:
Access Financial can sponsor eligible expats under its EoR model and manage FRRO registrations, visa renewals, and extensions.
No Entity needed
We employ your staff via our Indian legal entity, avoiding the need for company registration or local HR teams.
Full Labour Code compliance
We stay up to date with India’s evolving labour laws and ensure your employment practices meet national and state requirements.
Payroll, Tax & benefits management
From EPF and ESI to bonus calculations and pay slips, we handle all payroll functions accurately and on time.
Visa sponsorship for expatriates
We provide work visa sponsorship, assist with onboarding, and ensure foreign worker compliance with FRRO and visa rules.
Single point of contact
Our EoR service integrates immigration, payroll, tax, and HR, under one contract, with one trusted provider.
Hiring in India without local support can lead to:
India’s labour laws are changing rapidly. Let Access Financial be your trusted local employer, ensuring you expand your business compliantly, confidently, and efficiently.
Speak to our team to learn how our EoR services in India can support your global growth.
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