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Employer of Record Liberia

Last updated: July 5, 2025

Capital City

Canberra

Languages

English

Currency

Australian dollar ($, AUD)

Population Size

25,771,300

Employer Taxes

18.45%

Employee Costs

2%

Payroll Frequency

Monthly

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Expanding to Liberia? EOR (Employer of Record) Services Help You Hire Globally, Pay Locally, and Expand Effortlessly

Are you looking to grow your business in Liberia? Employer of Record solutions offer a seamless approach to recruiting and overseeing personnel, eliminating the necessity for a local establishment. Skillfully manage a globally dispersed workforce and swiftly enter new markets with the assistance of adept HR recruitment and payroll specialists. 

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Why Choose an EOR in Liberia Over Company Incorporation?

Establishing a new company in a foreign jurisdiction is often intricate, especially if unfamiliar with local regulations and employment norms.  

Engaging with a Liberian EOR saves time in international business growth, curtails expansion costs, assures local compliance, and permits a focus on business development within Liberia’s distinctive landscape. 

PEO/EOR vs Company Incorporation

The Advantage in Figures

PEO/EOR

Company Incorporation

Price

80% Less Expensive

Market Entry

2-5 Days

6 Months

Employee Turnover
Decrease by 14%
Recommendation
98% of the Current PEO Clients
Administrative Fees
Saves an Average of $450
Costly Payroll and Compliance Fines
Help Avoid
Company Growth Rate
7 – 9%
ROI
27%
Closed During Pandemic
-58%
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The Advantages of Using an EOR in Liberia

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Seamless Expansion

Establishing a new enterprise in Liberia and organizing your responsibilities as a local employer can be a time-consuming process, taking anywhere from months to a year. Conversely, aligning with a local Employer of Record expedites the expansion process, ensuring entry into the Liberian market in as little as a week through swift and efficient establishment procedures. 

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Dedicating Efforts to Business Growth

An Employer of Record in Liberia shoulders all HR responsibilities on your behalf, streamlining operations and letting you concentrate solely on your business’s international objectives. 

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Ensuring Legal Compliance

Select an Employer of Record (EOR) service well-acquainted with Liberia’s regulatory intricacies for efficiently recruiting and supervising a global workforce. This proactive strategy safeguards against potential penalties, providing tailored support aligned with Liberia’s regulations. 

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Reducing Expansion Costs

Partnership with an Employer of Record in Liberia accelerates and simplifies global expansion while substantially trimming the typical expenses linked with growth. Expand your operations without the need for a new entity in Liberia, resulting in significant overhead savings. 

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Online HR Management

Global presents an effective avenue for managing your diverse, global workforce online through an advanced digital platform. Leverage our cutting-edge proprietary cloud-based HR system to effortlessly supervise all your employees and their requirements remotely. 

How Does an EOR In Liberia Work?

INS Global’s EOR in Liberia paves the way for your company’s overseas expansion in 4 tailored steps, precisely calibrated to the Liberian business environment. 

1

We collaborate with your business to devise a personalized expansion plan.

2

We provide the requisite legal entity for hiring or transferring staff, ensuring adherence to Liberia’s legal mandates.

3

We manage HR tasks, encompassing hiring, contract administration, and payroll management, guaranteeing local compliance in Liberia.

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Your employees can concentrate on business objectives while we address every evolving HR and legal compliance need.

What is the difference between PEO and Employer of Record Services in Liberia?

In Liberia, PEO (Professional Employer Organization) services handle diverse HR tasks, functioning as a strategic partner.  

Liberian Employer of Record (EOR) partners possess the legal authority to oversee employee hiring and management, simplifying the process from inception to conclusion in alignment with Liberia’s employment regulations. 

INS Global extends both options, ensuring that whether you seek an EOR or PEO in Liberia, you receive the support essential for comfortable expansion, featuring adaptability tailored to Liberia’s business environment. 

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Labor Law in Liberia

Employment Contracts in Liberia

  • Professional employment in Liberia always starts with an official letter of employment. 
  • Employers can usually include a probation period between 1 and 3 months. 
  • An employer can end an employment contract early if the employee violates the conditions of their contract. 
  • Employees are entitled to 2 weeks’ notice if they are being let go. 
  • Severance pay is required for many employees and is set at 4 weeks of pay per year of service for the company.  

Working Hours

  • The working week in Liberia runs from Monday to Friday. 
  • Full-time employees generally work 8 hours per day, 48 hours per week. 
  • Employees are not allowed to work more than 40 hours per week without receiving overtime pay. 
  • Employees are entitled to a higher hourly rate for overtime. This is 150% of the basic rate. 

Types Of Leave

Holidays and Annual Leave

  • Liberia has 11 official national holidays. 
  • Employees are entitled to 1 week of annual leave during their first year of service. This increases to 2 weeks for their second year of service, 3 weeks for their third year of service, and 4 weeks for 5 years of service and above. 

Sick Leave

  • When an employee is unable to attend work due to illness, they need to get a doctor’s note and present it to HR as soon as possible.  
  • Employees are entitled to up to 10 days of sick leave per year. 

Parental Leave

  • According to Liberian law, female employees are entitled to 14 weeks of maternity leave. 
  • Male employees are entitled to 5 days of paternity leave. 

Tax Law

  • Employers in Liberia are responsible for withholding all taxes and social contributions. 
  • Employees contribute 1.75% of their salary towards social insurance while employers contribute the equivalent of an additional 3%. Employers also contribute 1.75% towards workmen’s compensation. 
  • The corporate income tax rate is set at 25% for both local and foreign companies. 
  • Personal income tax ranges from 5% to 25%. Non-residents are taxed at 15%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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While creating a local entity is an option, partnering with a local Employer of Record proves more efficient in Liberia. Employer of Record services tap into local expertise, facilitating hiring and staff management on your behalf. 

An Employer of Record in Liberia handles various HR tasks, such as payroll processing, tax compliance, employment contracts, and contributions to social security, ensuring comprehensive compliance for your entire workforce. 

Establishing a new company abroad can take months to a year, but with INS Global’s EOR services, you can recruit employees and enter a new market in as little as a week. 

EOR service costs are directly tied to your employee’s salary, calculated as a percentage and covering all HR functions for compliant employment in Liberia. 

Yes, collaborating with an Employer of Record in Liberia is a legal and efficient solution, streamlining your expansion plans while reducing costs. 

Salaries are typically processed monthly for full-time employees, while part-time workers may receive weekly or bi-monthly payments. 

Recruitment costs in Liberia vary, but INS Global simplifies remote recruitment and staff management, reducing the expenses associated with managing an international workforce. 

An Employer of Record in Liberia can recruit and hire employees from all regions, facilitating swift expansion across the country. 

Modifications to employment contracts require mutual agreement. 

Yes, employers in Liberia are responsible for withholding taxes and social contributions from employee salaries, including an employer’s contribution to each employee’s social security fund. 

INS Global customizes its services to your company’s needs, assisting with recruiting and hiring as many or as few employees as required for your expansion plans. 

Severance pay is required for employees and is set at 4 weeks of pay per year of service for the company if the employee has been terminated for economic reasons. 

In Liberia, employees can be hired for both in-person and remote opportunities, allowing for reduced overheads during international expansion. 

Certainly! Our local experts bring extensive experience in finding top talent globally by providing support in recruiting, hiring, and managing your workforce, regardless of your location. 

Liberia observes 11 public holidays where employees are entitled to a paid day off. Working on these holidays usually involves a higher hourly rate. 

Employers must adhere to strict labor laws and regulations to avoid costly penalties and fines. Partnering with an experienced EOR in Liberia ensures compliance during your expansion. 

Yes! INS Global assists in the recruitment and management of a diverse workforce, simplifying the process of hiring both Liberian citizens and foreigners. 

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A Global Employer of Record is an effective solutions for companies like yours that are looking to expand a workforce abroad effortlessly.

This approach allows you to outsource the international hiring process quickly and efficiency, providing access to a global talent pool while still managing payroll compliance in each  country.

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New Year's Day
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Australia Day
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Good Friday
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ANZAC Day
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Labour Day
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