Albania is a newer but promising destination for companies hiring abroad. Its workforce is cost-efficient and increasingly multilingual. An employer of record Albania setup lets you tap into it with expert HR guidance and no local company.
Wondering how does EOR work? The provider becomes the legal employer, so you can build a remote team or test the market without registering an entity.
This refresh covers 11 providers, sorted into 2 groups. 6 are local or regional firms with an office in Albania, and 5 are global platforms that cover the country. Each can act as an employer of record in Albania or place staff through leasing.
Whichever you choose, the rules are the same. The Labor Code applies; employers pay 16.7% in contributions, the minimum wage has been ALL 50,000 since January 2026, and payroll is filed every month. Any Albania EOR on this page should handle all 4 for you.
INSIGHT: How much do employers pay on top of salary in Albania?
Employer contributions add 16.7% to gross salary, and the 2026 minimum wage increase raised the floor on which they are charged.
- Employer: 15% social insurance plus 1.7% health insurance. Employee: 9.5% plus 1.7%, withheld through payroll and filed by the 20th of the following month.
- Contributions are charged on salary between ALL 50,000 and ALL 186,416 a month in 2026, up from ALL 40,000 and ALL 176,416.
- Minimum wage: ALL 50,000 a month from January 1, 2026 (ALL 287.3 an hour), set by Council of Ministers Decision No. 776 of December 19, 2025.
- Personal income tax is progressive at 0%, 13%, and 23% and is withheld by the employer.
Sources:
- General Directorate of Taxes, 2026 wage notice
- PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries, Albania
- PwC, personal income tax
Checked September 2026
What Is the Best Employer of Record in Albania?
No single provider fits every company, so I frame the choice around your hiring plan.
Hiring only in Albania, with local recruiting and Albanian-speaking support? Then a local EOR Albania specialist is usually the better fit, and several also recruit.
When Albania is one of several markets, a global platform gives you one dashboard and one invoice. The employment model varies, though: Remote hires through its own Albanian entity, while the other global names rely on partners.
The 2 lists below follow that split, local firms first.
INSIGHT: What is the best employer of record in Albania: local or global?
There is no single best provider. Albanian firms pair recruiting with hands-on employment support, while global platforms suit companies hiring in several countries at once.
- Choose a local provider for Albania-only hiring, local recruiting and Albanian-speaking support. 5 of the 6 local firms quote on request, and HireAlbania publishes tiered fees.
- A global platform makes more sense once Albania is one market among several and you want a single dashboard and invoice.
- Check the employment model: Remote uses its own Albanian entity, WorkMotion mixes subsidiaries and partners, and Lano and Papaya Global work through local partners.
6 Local Businesses Offering Albania EOR Services
These providers are headquartered in Albania or run their own office in Tirana, so they know the Labor Code and the hiring market first-hand. Each Albania employer of record here also recruits, leases staff, or runs payroll.
If you want EOR services in Albania from a team you can meet in person, start here.
Please note that all providers are listed alphabetically for convenience and fair visibility.
Albania Recruiters
Company Description
Albania Recruiters is an Albanian recruitment and HR firm known for employee leasing. It acts as the legal employer of staff placed with clients. Its web address now forwards to Albania Workforce, which takes employer inquiries by email.
Key Specialty Area
Employee leasing and full-cycle recruitment services
Scope of Services
- Permanent and temporary recruitment
- Employee leasing
- Executive search
- HR operations for leased staff
Top Advantages
- Takes on HR administration for every leased employee
- Covers roles from technical jobs to service positions
- Useful for seasonal peaks in headcount
EOR Cost
Custom
My take:
I would confirm current capacity by email first, then consider Albania Recruiters for leasing tied to recruitment.
Our Verdict
Local Recruitment Partner
Dimension HR
Company Description
Dimension HR is an Albanian HR consultancy with a dedicated EOR page. It offers employer of record services Albania-bound companies use to hire without a local entity.
Key Specialty Area
EOR combined with HR consulting and executive search
Scope of Services
- Employment contract drafting and administration
- Payroll processing and tax compliance
- Social and health insurance contributions
- Labor law reporting and HR records
Top Advantages
- Built for foreign companies with no Albanian entity
- Executive search and HR management consulting in-house
- Training and personal development programs for staff
EOR Cost
Custom
My take:
A good fit when you want EOR and HR advice from the same Tirana team.
Our Verdict
Specialized HR Consultancy
Eurofast
Company Description
Eurofast is a Southeast Europe advisory firm founded in 1978 and headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. It runs 25 offices in 20 countries, including its own office in Tirana, and provides EOR in Albania alongside payroll, accounting and tax.
Key Specialty Area
Regional payroll hub for multi-country groups
Scope of Services
- Employer of Record and employee leasing
- Payroll processing and payslips
- Payroll reports filed with state authorities
- Accounting, tax and compliance
Top Advantages
- One payroll provider across much of Southeast Europe
- Employee handbooks, policies and procedures prepared for you
- Separate service for employing non-EU personnel
EOR Cost
Custom
My take:
Eurofast earns a spot on your shortlist when payroll spans Albania and other Balkan states and one regional contract would simplify things.
Our Verdict
Regional Payroll Hub
HireAlbania
Company Description
HireAlbania is a Tirana-based employer of record provider in Albania that also offers PEO, staff augmentation and outsourcing. As the registered employer, it drafts contracts, registers staff with social security and runs payroll.
Key Specialty Area
Fast-start EOR with tiered monthly fees
Scope of Services
- EOR and PEO
- Employment contracts under the Albanian Labor Code
- Monthly payroll, tax withholding and social contributions
- Staff augmentation and outsourcing
Top Advantages
- From signed agreement to employed worker in under 48 hours, on its own account
- Service agreement with scope and pricing within 24 hours
- Fees fall as headcount grows, to €200 to €250 for 51+ staff
EOR Cost
€400 per employee/month for 1 to 10 employees (€350 for 11 to 25, €300 for 26 to 50)
My take:
HireAlbania is where I would start for a fast Albanian hire with a fee you can see upfront.
Our Verdict
Fast-Start Local EOR
*As pricing is subject to change, we are listing prices as they stand in October 2026
HR Alba
Company Description
HR Alba is an Albanian EOR and PEO provider that hires professional staff for foreign partner companies. Its focus is on Italian clients. It can bundle offices in Tirana or Durrës, recruiting and monthly HR administration.
Key Specialty Area
EOR and PEO for remote teams, with office space in Tirana or Durrës
Scope of Services
- Talent sourcing and recruitment
- EOR hiring and employment contracts
- Dedicated office or remote work setup
- Tax and administrative management
Top Advantages
- A single HR contact for the whole Albanian team
- You decide the outcome of each probation period
- Office, staff and HR available separately or all-in-one
EOR Cost
Custom
My take:
Especially useful for Italian companies that want an Albanian team in a dedicated office.
Our Verdict
Specialized Talent Solutions
Moon Recruit Professionals
Company Description
Moon Recruit Professionals is an Albanian recruitment firm with a staff leasing program for professionals. Clients can lease specialists temporarily and hire them permanently later. Recruiting is its core business, and leasing covers the employment side.
Key Specialty Area
Staff leasing of professionals
Scope of Services
- Talent gap mapping and leasing strategy
- Screening and candidate matching
- Contracting, onboarding, payroll and compliance
- Offboarding and replacement planning
Top Advantages
- Real-time performance dashboards for leased staff
- Structured route from leased to permanent roles
- Training and certification programs for placed candidates
EOR Cost
Custom
My take:
I would use Moon Recruit for specialists on a defined project whom you may want to hire later.
Our Verdict
Strategic Staffing Partner
5 Global Businesses Offering Albania EOR Services
Global platforms fit when Albania is one country in a wider hiring plan. I compared these international Employer of Record services on coverage, employment model and published fees.
A note on scope: anyone searching for a global IOR EOR partner in Albania should know this list covers employment only. None of these platforms is included here for importer of record services.
Here, too, providers appear in A to Z order, with no ranking implied.
Lano
Headquarters
Berlin, Germany
Price for EOR Services
From €499 per employee/month
Presence in Albania
Partner-based model
Top Advantages
- Payroll cost reports for data-driven decisions
- Employees and contractors managed in one platform
- Volume discounts available on EOR fees
My take:
Lano suits companies that already run payroll or contractors on its platform and want Albania added.
Our Verdict
Business Expansion Ally
*As pricing is subject to change, we are listing prices as they stand in September 2026
Find out more about this EOR in our expert Lano evaluation.
Ontop
Headquarters
Miami, FL
Price for EOR Services
No EOR plan listed; Contractor of Record from $49/month
Presence in Albania
Contractor-focused model (no EOR service listed)
Top Advantages
- Contractor of Record plan that takes on classification risk
- Built-in accounts and fast payouts for contractors
- Integrates with popular HR and accounting tools
My take:
Lano suits companies that already run payroll or contractors on its platform and want Albania added.
Our Verdict
Contractor Payments Specialist
*As pricing is subject to change, we are listing prices as they stand in October 2026
Find a detailed evaluation of this EOR in our Ontop assessment.
Papaya Global
Headquarters
New York, NY
Price for EOR Services
Starting at $599/month
Presence in Albania
Partner-based model
Top Advantages
- In-country experts for compliant workforce management
- Highly automated software for HR and payroll
- Full visibility of the payment process
My take:
Papaya Global makes sense when Albania joins a large multi-country payroll that finance wants to run centrally.
Our Verdict
Payroll Optimization Innovator
*As pricing is subject to change, we are listing prices as they stand in October 2026
Learn more about the services in our detailed Papaya Global EOR review.
Remote
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Price for EOR Services
From $699 per employee/month
Presence in Albania
Owned local entity
Top Advantages
- Direct EOR through its own Albanian entity, with no third parties
- Country guide already reflects the ALL 50,000 minimum wage
- Entity owners can run payroll on Remote from $29 per employee/month
My take:
My pick among the global names if an owned local entity matters more to you than the lowest fee.
Our Verdict
International Hiring Navigator
*As pricing is subject to change, we are listing prices as they stand in October 2026
Take an in-depth look at this EOR in our expert Remote analysis.
WorkMotion
Headquarters
Berlin, Germany
Price for EOR Services
From €499 per talent/month
Presence in Albania
Own subsidiaries and network partners
Top Advantages
- Most hires onboarded within a few business days of signing, per WorkMotion
- Contract templates that meet Albanian Labor Code requirements
- Direct hiring and contractor plans alongside EOR
My take:
A solid choice for European companies that want a Berlin-based vendor and quick onboarding.
Our Verdict
Reliable Hiring Partner
*As pricing is subject to change, we are listing prices as they stand in October 2026
Check out the advantages and considerations of this platform in our WorkMotion review.
EOR Pricing in Albania
Think of EOR pricing in Albania as a management fee layered over payroll. The salary itself and the 16.7% employer contributions are billed separately.
Here are the published starting fees I verified, with the quote-based providers grouped in the last row.
| Provider | Section | Published EOR fee |
|---|---|---|
| HireAlbania | Local | €400 per employee/month for 1 to 10 staff, down to €200 to €250 for 51+ |
| Lano | Global | From €499 per employee/month |
| Ontop | Global | No EOR plan listed (Contractor of Record from $49/month) |
| Remote | Global | From $699 per employee/month |
| WorkMotion | Global | From €499 per talent/month |
| Quote-based providers | Both | Custom: Albania Recruiters, Dimension HR, Eurofast, HR Alba, Moon Recruit Professionals, Papaya Global |
*As pricing is subject to change, we are listing prices as they stand in September 2026
INSIGHT: What does an employer of record in Albania cost per employee per month?
The global names post a per-employee monthly fee, the local firms mostly price each project, and the 16.7% employer contributions come on top regardless.
- Published starting fees: €400 at HireAlbania for 1 to 10 staff, €499 at Lano and WorkMotion, and $699 at Remote.
- Quote-based: 6 of the 11 providers, including 5 of the 6 local firms.
- Employer contributions of 16.7% apply on top of the fee in every case.
Hiring across the Balkans? My Employer of Record Greece guide covers the larger EU market next door, with its own contribution rules.
For another cost-efficient option in the region, see the Serbia EOR providers I reviewed.
FAQs About Albania EOR
What are the key differences between local and global EOR providers in Albania?
Local providers usually combine recruiting with hands-on employment support, and most quote per project. Global platforms offer software for hiring, payroll and reporting across countries, often at a published monthly fee. The employment model differs too: Remote uses its own Albanian entity, while most other global platforms work through local partners.
What should companies look for when choosing an EOR provider for Albania?
I look for proven knowledge of the Albanian Labor Code, clean onboarding and offboarding, and payroll filed by the 20th of each month. One quick test for 2026: ask whether the provider already applies the ALL 50,000 minimum wage and the ALL 186,416 contribution ceiling. A provider still quoting 2025 figures is a warning sign.
Is it better to work with a global EOR or a regional/local provider for Albania?
It depends on your footprint. For an Albania-only team, a local or regional firm usually offers deeper recruiting reach and faster answers in Albanian. If Albania is one of several countries, a global platform keeps contracts, payroll and reporting in one place.
What’s the average time it takes to hire through an EOR in Albania?
Once you have chosen a candidate, onboarding is quick. HireAlbania says it moves from signed agreement to employed worker in under 48 hours. WorkMotion says most hires start within a few business days, compared with 2 to 4 months to register a local entity. Recruiting adds time on top, and these figures come from the providers’ own pages as of September 2026.
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