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The best Employer of Record (EOR) providers in Spain, ranked by industry insiders
Hiring in Spain through an EOR is a popular route for companies expanding into southern Europe, from startups making their first hire to larger enterprises testing the market. Having a team in Spain means dealing with sector collective agreements, employer social contributions of roughly 30% on top of gross pay, and a special tax regime for incoming professionals (the Beckham law) that many providers advise on. When choosing the best fit, compare each provider’s local presence and its expertise in Spanish employment.
Disclosure. Acvian runs EOR Navigator and also appears in it as a provider. Every company, including us, is ranked by the same criteria using information from providers’ websites and other open sources. Customer Experience is scored subjectively, based on our team’s industry experience.
Country-specific ranking: the best EOR providers in Spain
See how each provider scores on average based on their performance in Spain. Sort by the criteria that matter to you, or jump straight to detailed reviews to find the perfect EOR match.
The interactive ranking (filters, table and matrix) renders here on the published page.
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EOR provider reviews: a closer look
Here, each provider’s profile summarizes its pricing model, the companies it suits best, whether it operates locally in this country, as well as its key strengths and limitations.
IB
1
IberiaEOR
Best for:
Small and mid-size companies that want to hire specifically in Spain.
IberiaEOR is a provider headquartered in Barcelona. In Spain, its home market, it covers EOR, employee onboarding, compliance, payroll, as well as visa and relocation support.
In-country operations:
Spain
HQ in Barcelona, with 14 regional locations, a legal entity, and a Spanish legal team
Pricing & transparency
€299/employee/month
Own HR platform
Own software undisclosed
A good match if…
- you look for a provider deeply rooted in Spain, with its own entity and a reliable local network
- you need access to a Spanish legal team and 24/7 Spanish-speaking customer support
- you want a transparent, flat, and competitive price
Consider alternatives if…
- you are a large enterprise
- you want a provider with its own EOR & HR software
- you plan to hire beyond Spain and prefer a provider that covers multiple countries
AC
2
Acvian
All company sizes
Best for:
Companies of various sizes from North America and the EU/EEA that want a combination of software-backed and service-driven EOR with transparent pricing and a strong local presence in multiple European locations.
Companies of various sizes from North America and the EU/EEA that want a combination of software-backed and service-driven EOR with transparent pricing and immigration support available.
Apart from EOR/PEO, Acvian offers payroll management, immigration support, and HR outsourcing, with a multilingual team of dedicated account managers, an HR platform with one of the most extensive feature sets on the market, and fast-tracked onboarding times.
Apart from EOR/PEO, it offers payroll management, immigration support, and HR outsourcing, with a Spanish and English-speaking team of dedicated account managers, an HR platform with one of the most extensive feature sets on the market, and fast-tracked onboarding times.
In-country operations:
Spain
Specializes in the EU, has a Spanish-speaking team; no local office in Spain
Pricing & transparency
From $499 / employee / month (EOR & PEO plan)
Starting from $499/employee/month
Own HR platform
Acvian Platform (client portal)
Own platform with expenses, document storage, onboarding, invoicing, and analytics
A good match if…
- you look for a provider with direct on-site presence in various locations across Europe and in-depth regional expertise
- you need access to EOR/HR software, but still want a human-led service, with dedicated specialists directly involved in managing employee lifecycle, quick response times, and 24-hour onboarding
- you can benefit from immigration support and/or HR outsourcing services
- you look for a single provider who can manage your hires across the EU
- you need access to EOR/HR software, but still want a human-led service, with dedicated specialists directly involved in managing employee lifecycle, quick response times, and 24-hour onboarding
- you can benefit from immigration support and/or HR outsourcing services
Consider alternatives if…
- you want the lowest entry price for EOR
- you plan to hire across continents, since Acvian is a European-focused provider
- you want the lowest entry price for EOR
- you look exclusively for a provider with its own entity and direct on-site presence in Spain
- you plan to hire across continents, since Acvian is a European-focused provider
RM
3
Rivermate
Best for:
Mid-size and larger companies in fields such as IT, fintech, healthcare, insurance and crypto, as well as NGOs.
Rivermate is a rapidly growing provider headquartered in the Netherlands. It offers EOR, COR (Contractor of Record), payroll, and visa and immigration support, run through its own platform.
In-country operations:
Spain
Own office in Madrid
Pricing & transparency
Ranges from €299 to €599/employee/month
Own HR platform
Own platform for onboarding, contracts, payroll, time off, expenses, and benefits
A good match if…
- you look exclusively for a provider with on-site presence in Spain
- you want access to EOR software with a unified dashboard for onboarding, contract generation, payroll, time off, expenses and benefits
- you prefer human-led service, with dedicated account managers available round the clock
Consider alternatives if…
- you’re a startup or a small team
- you want a provider with long-established expertise specifically in Spain
- you need a firm price early: Rivermate’s published range is wide, and an individual quote comes only after a demo
TW
4
ThisWorks
Best for:
Small and mid-size teams working for remote-first companies, startups, or businesses with project-based or short-term hiring needs in Spain.
ThisWorks is a service-first EOR provider headquartered in the Netherlands. It offers EOR, payroll and work-permit support, and claims onboarding within a few days.
In-country operations:
Spain
Own office in Alicante
Pricing & transparency
EOR rate undisclosed, quote-based only
Own HR platform
No dedicated software
A good match if…
- you’re hiring in Spain remotely or for project-based or short-term needs, with work-permit support alongside EOR and payroll
- you look exclusively for a provider with on-site presence in Spain
- you need fast-tracked onboarding
Consider alternatives if…
- you are a large enterprise
- you need a provider with its own EOR & HR software
- you want upfront pricing
PA
5
Parakar
Best for:
Mid-size companies that put local compliance in Spain first and need a provider with on-site presence.
Parakar is a Dutch-owned company with its own entity and office in Spain. It offers EOR, visa support, payroll, and HR outsourcing services, as well as Beckham Law advice.
In-country operations:
Spain
Own entity in Spain, local office listed by phone number only
Pricing & transparency
from €649/employee/month
Own HR platform
No dedicated software
A good match if…
- you look exclusively for a provider with on-site presence in Spain
- you want Beckham Law advice and visa support alongside the traditional EOR service scope
- you need transparent pricing
Consider alternatives if…
- you are a small team
- you look for an EOR with a more competitive price per employee
- you want a provider with its own EOR & HR software
DA
6
DEKRA Arbeit
Best for:
Mid-size and larger companies that need on-site, collective-agreement-heavy, or blue-collar placements.
DEKRA Arbeit is an Austria-based staffing company that also offers EOR, payroll, and HR consulting, with a focus on Central and Eastern Europe.
In-country operations:
Spain
Austria-based, no local office in Spain claimed
Pricing & transparency
EOR rate undisclosed, quote-based; third parties report boutique-tier pricing
Own HR platform
No dedicated software
A good match if…
- you need on-site, collective-agreement-heavy, or blue-collar placements
- you come from the DACH region and prefer an EOR partner that shares your business context
Consider alternatives if…
- you are a small team or a startup
- you prefer an EOR with local on-site operations in Spain
- you want a self-service HR platform
- you look for upfront and competitive pricing for EOR services
Hiring in Spain: country specifics to keep in mind
An EOR requires temporary work agency authorization
Without the ‘empresa de trabajo temporal’, or ETT, authorization, the EOR arrangement can count as an illegal transfer of workers, and both the client and the provider can become liable. Many providers operate as ordinary companies without an ETT authorization, so confirm yours holds one.
Pay comes from collective agreements
Most sectors set minimum wage through collective agreements – ‘convenios colectivos’ – which also define core working conditions. Your provider should apply the right one to each hire, so find out which agreement it will use before you set salary offers.
Budget for about 30% in employer contributions
As of 2026, employers in Spain pay roughly 30.65% of gross pay in social security contributions, plus an accident insurance premium that depends on the job. Whatever the pricing model, make sure your provider’s quote shows the full annual cost on top of the service fee.
Spain’s Beckham law can make relocation offers more attractive
The so-called Beckham law is a special tax regime for newcomers who move to Spain to work. Instead of the standard progressive income tax, eligible employees pay a flat 24% (a cap applies). If your relocating hire hasn’t been a Spanish tax resident in the previous five years, find out from your provider whether they might qualify, since it can make your offer much more attractive.
Frequently asked questions
Which EOR provider is best in Spain?
In our default view (all criteria, startups & small teams) IberiaEOR ranks first in Spain, followed by Acvian and Rivermate. Switch the company size to Enterprise and Rivermate takes the lead, ahead of Acvian and IberiaEOR. Acvian runs this rating; see the disclosure at the top.
How much does an EOR cost in Spain?
Budget two layers. Published fees start at €299 per employee per month (IberiaEOR; Rivermate lists €299–€599), with Acvian from $499 and Parakar from €649; the other providers quote only. On top come employer social contributions of roughly 30.65% of gross pay, plus an accident insurance premium that depends on the job.
Does an EOR in Spain need an ETT authorization?
It should. Without the ‘empresa de trabajo temporal’ (ETT) authorization, the arrangement can count as an illegal transfer of workers, and both you and the provider can become liable. Confirm your provider holds one.
How is this ranking built?
Every provider is scored 0–5 on five criteria: in-country operations, own HR platform, pricing and transparency, fit for your company size (scored separately for small teams, mid-size companies and enterprises) and customer experience. By default each criterion counts equally; choosing a criterion above gives it the most weight. Acvian runs this rating and is scored on the same scale.
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