How our client reduced costs, improved transparency, and strengthened team connection across Europe with Internago — Moving from EOR setups to direct foreign employment.
When one of our clients approached Internago, they were facing a common but costly challenge: managing employees in several European markets through expensive EOR (Employer of Record) providers.
Although this setup had helped them expand quickly, it came with significant downsides — high monthly fees, limited transparency, and a growing sense of distance between headquarters and their European team members.
The company wanted a better way. They sought a solution that would:
- Reduce unnecessary EOR-related costs
- Bring their European employees closer to the organization
- Improve data visibility and control across markets
- Ensure full compliance in each country
From complexity to clarity
Internago began by connecting the company with our trusted legal partners in each market to review all local employment implications in detail. This allowed the client to move forward with confidence, fully understanding the legal and administrative steps required for the transition.
Step by step — and following the client’s preferred pace — Internago converted each employee from an EOR setup to a Foreign Employer registration, ensuring smooth transitions with no disruption to payroll or compliance.
Immediate impact and long-term results
After completing the first transition, the results spoke for themselves:
✅ Significant cost reduction compared to previous EOR fees
✅ Closer connection between management and employees
✅ Centralized visibility through Internago’s Docio platform, providing a clear, unified overview of all payroll and employment data
Impressed by the outcome, the company quickly decided to accelerate the process in other countries. Today, they operate with direct employment setups across multiple European markets, with Internago managing all payroll and compliance — efficiently, transparently, and cost-effectively.
Final Thoughts
This case highlights how companies can regain control, reduce costs, and strengthen team cohesion by moving from EOR setups to direct foreign employment.
At Internago, we guide businesses through every step of this transition — from legal assessment and registration to ongoing payroll and compliance management — all through our digital Docio platform.
Ready to take back control of your international operations?
Contact us at info@internago.com to discuss how we can help streamline your European payroll setup. And read more about how we can help you by reading our earlier blogs: Setting Up as a Foreign Employer in Germany, France, and Italy: A Comparison
Disclaimer:
This blog post provides a general overview and introductory examples related to payroll. In practice, there are many additional factors to consider, and this article should not be regarded as comprehensive guidance. For a more in-depth discussion tailored to your specific needs, please feel free to contact us.