Pay and administer contractors across the globe

You can get started with Remote Contractor Management for free – onboard and manage contractors, paying only for active contractors each month. If your contractors perform billable activities such as invoicing, contract signing, or receiving payments for pending invoices, the cost is £23 per contractor per month. A 3.5% service fee applies to credit card payments, but there are no hidden fees or surprises. For more details about Remote Contractor Management and our Fair Price Guarantee on our blog.

Businesses can settle contractor invoices via wire transfer, ACH, SEPA or credit card. Contractors receive payments directly into their designated bank accounts through Stripe Connect.

Contractors can receive payments in the same currency at no charge. However, our payment partner may levy a 1–2% fee for currency conversions. There are no extra fees for contractors receiving payments through Remote, and we do not add any service or handling charges.

Yes. You can also opt to use our contract templates and guides to ensure full compliance with local employment legislation.

Remote does not provide legal advice, but we supply localised contractor agreements and a comprehensive statement of work to support you and your contractors in meeting local employment laws and regulations. Additionally, Remote adds a further layer of protection against misclassification risks via our Contractor Management Plus. This add-on not only ensures contractor compliance but also provides indemnity coverage in the event of misclassification. For organisations wishing to outsource contractor administration entirely — including compliance, payments, and more — Remote Contractor of Record (COR) is the appropriate solution.

Using an independent contractor management service such as Remote removes repetitive administrative tasks, lowers the risk of human error and allows you to concentrate on the most important elements of your strategy.

Managing payroll for contractors remains an essential capability to expect from providers, but it is only one of several key features. Localised contract templates, facilitation of international payments, and handling tax withholdings and payments across multiple countries are equally vital.

It can feel daunting, but partnering with a trusted provider such as Remote makes the process simpler and reduces risk. That frees substantial time for you to concentrate on your business rather than learning labour regulations and tax laws across numerous countries. Because not all solutions offer the same capabilities, it is important to familiarise yourself with the core features of independent contractor management and payroll services. Compliant contracts and the ability to facilitate faster, easier international payments are only the starting point. Access to expert advice and support enables prompt operational decisions. With Remote’s guidance, you can navigate contractor onboarding in over 170 countries and obtain on-demand visa and immigration assistance.

Making payments to contractors can consume your team’s resources, particularly when you are paying international contractors. Each new contract increases your administrative burden. Remaining compliant with applicable international laws is close to impossible for teams concentrating on fast growth.

Paying independent contractors demands an accurate, scalable system from the outset. That includes ensuring contracts comply with labour and tax laws in every country where your contractors work. For example, in the United States you must collect and automatically generate the correct tax forms for your contractors.

When you engage contractors across multiple countries, you need a straightforward method to settle invoices in different currencies without large bank fees or conversion charges. Automating payments will future‑proof your process, especially during rapid hiring and growth phases. Automation also saves time when handling invoices with varying payment terms.

We're pleased to welcome you. Whether you are an existing Remote customer or joining for the first time, you can easily onboard, offboard and manage independent contractors worldwide. Remote streamlines paying contractors in their chosen currencies, managing invoices, automating payments and maintaining key documentation. You only pay for active contractors on Remote; if you pause working with a contractor for several months, there is nothing you need to do to save money. Remote automatically detects whether contractors are active and only bills you when you use our services. For further details, see the Remote Fair Price Guarantee.