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Trusted EOR Partner in 70+ Countries
[H1] Your Global Expansion Partner
Employer of Record & Payroll ServicesHire, pay and manage talent in 70+ countries, without setting up a local entityGet in TouchSee How It Works
[H3] By The Numbers
70+Countries We Operate In6Global Offices22+Years Experience5,000+Workers Supported
[H2] What We Do For You
Comprehensive global workforce solutions tailored to your business needs.
[H3] Employer of Record
Hire employees in any country without establishing a local entity. We manage contracts, compliance, onboarding and offboarding across the EU, USA and MENA regions.Learn More
[H3] Payroll
Our local experts manage your entire payroll process from start to finish. Accurate, timely and fully compliant payments for your global workforce in every market we operate in.Learn More
[H3] Employee Support
Dedicated 24/7 support for your employees and contractors at every stage. From onboarding queries to urgent matters, our team is always available across all time zones.Learn More
[H2] About Aspirock
22+Years ExperienceWith 22+ years of experience, Aspirock has been at the forefront of global payroll and workforce management. We operate across the EU, USA, and MENA regions, providing seamless solutions for businesses of all sizes.Our team of experts ensures compliance, efficiency, and peace of mind so you can focus on growing your business while we handle the complexity of international employment.Specialised deployment into Saudi Arabia and the UAE handled directly through our regional entities.Get in Touch
[H3] Why businesses trust us
Operating in EU, USA and MENA24/7 dedicated supportFully compliant in every marketOnboard contractors in days, not weeks
[H2] Countries We Operate In
We provide payroll and EOR services across multiple regions worldwide.EuropeMiddle East & AfricaAmericasAsia PacificAlbaniaAndorraArmeniaAustriaAzerbaijanBelarusBelgiumBosnia-HerzegovinaBulgariaCroatiaCyprusCzech RepublicDenmarkEstoniaFinlandFranceGeorgiaGermanyGreeceHungaryIcelandIrelandItalyKazakhstanKosovoLatviaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMaltaMoldovaMonacoMontenegroNetherlandsN. MacedoniaNorwayPolandPortugalRomaniaSan MarinoSerbiaSlovakiaSloveniaSpainSwedenSwitzerlandUkraineUnited Kingdom
[H2] Why Choose Aspirock
We make global employment simple, compliant, and hassle-free.
[H3] Centralized Services
One platform for all your global payroll and HR needs.
[H3] Streamlined Onboarding
Get your team set up quickly with our efficient onboarding process.
[H3] Flexible Approach
Customized solutions that adapt to your specific business requirements.
[H3] 24/7 Support
Round-the-clock dedicated support across all time zones.
[H2] What Our Clients Say
“★★★★★Aspirock has been an excellent EOR partner across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. Their regional expertise, compliance focus, and seamless onboarding have made them a trusted extension of our team.MManaging DirectorConsulting Firm“★★★★★As our exclusive EOR provider, Aspirock delivers consistent, compliant, and flexible solutions worldwide. A single trusted partner that has genuinely streamlined our global operations.FFounderGlobal Referral Network“★★★★★Aspirock manages complex international requirements including multi-currency payroll for 200+ contractors across challenging jurisdictions. Their reliability and compliance expertise are second to none.CCEOEnergy Sector
[H2] Ready to Work With Us?
Partner with Aspirock for seamless global payroll, EOR solutions, and workforce management. Let us handle the complexity while you focus on growth.Contact Us

[H1] Let's Talk Global Workforce.
Get in touch about EOR, payroll, or anything else workforce-related. Replies usually come the same day, often within a couple of hours.
[H3] General Enquiries
For general questions reach us directly at any time.info@aspirock.com

Global Workforce Experts
[H1] About Aspirock
Employer of Record and payroll services across 70+ countries, backed by 22+ years of operational experience.Get in TouchExplore Our Services70+Countries We Operate In6Global Offices22+Years Experience5,000+Workers Supported
[H2] Our Story
Aspirock was founded by Mike Millsopp, who brought 22+ years of operational EOR experience across Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas to a simple conviction: that global employment should be run by operators, not platforms.Today Aspirock provides Employer of Record and payroll services across 70+ countries, with offices in Ireland, the United States, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Australia. Our team handles employment, payroll, compliance, and the operational work behind every deployment.We work with businesses hiring across borders, agencies placing candidates internationally, and individual contractors who need compliant payment infrastructure. Every client works with a named account team and real operators in the markets they need.
[H2] What We Stand For
[H3] Compliance you can audit
Every regulatory action is logged and documented. We work in markets where compliance failures cost real money, and we hold ourselves to the standard the work demands.
[H3] People you can call
Every client works with a named account team. When something needs attention, you call a person, not a ticket queue.
[H3] Coverage that’s real
Six offices anchoring our presence across the EU, the Americas, the GCC, Turkey, and Australia, with operational coverage in 70+ countries worldwide.
[H2] Where We Operate
Operations across the EU, the Americas, the GCC, Turkey, Australia, and 70+ countries worldwide. Local offices in six jurisdictions anchor our service across our core regions, with deep regulatory expertise built up over 22+ years of operational work in complex markets including Saudi Arabia and the UAE.ASPIROCK IRELANDAspirock LimitedDublin, IrelandCommercial House, Millbank Business Park, Lucan, Co Dublin K78 X5WY+44 7974 227 397ASPIROCK USAAspirock USA, Inc.Nolensville, Tennessee9109 Hostein Dr, Nolensville, Tennessee+1 (629) 256-8780ASPIROCK UAEAspirock L.L.C-FZDubai, UAEMeydan Hotel, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai+971 52 876 7275ASPIROCK ARABIAAspirock Arabia CompanyRiyadh, KSARema 2478, RiyadhPlatinum Nitaqat statusASPIROCK TURKEYAspirock Danışmanlık Limited ŞirketiIstanbul, TurkeySeba Office, Ayazağa Mah., Sarıyer, İstanbul 34396ASPIROCK AUSTRALIAAspirock Australia Pty LtdSydney, AustraliaSuite 302, 3/15 Wentworth Ave, Sydney NSW 2000ABN 48 697 781 016
[H2] How We Operate
Three things define how Aspirock runs accounts. They are not features. They are the work.01
[H3] Account-managed delivery
Every Aspirock client works with a named account team that owns the deployment end-to-end. The work behind every payslip, contract, visa, and compliance filing is done by people you can call by name, not by a support queue routed through a ticketing system.02
[H3] Operator-grade compliance
Compliance is the work, not a feature. Our team handles MOHRE and GPSSA in the UAE, GOSI and Mudad in Saudi Arabia, GDPR-aligned data handling across the EU, and the specific regulatory infrastructure of every market we operate in. We hold Platinum Nitaqat status in Saudi Arabia and full MOHRE registration in the UAE.03
[H3] 22+ years of operational experience
Aspirock was founded on 22+ years of EOR operational experience across Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. We have built the systems, the local relationships, and the operational discipline that gets global employment right the first time.
[H2] Industries We Serve
Eleven sectors across energy, technology, and specialist services. Operational experience built across global megaprojects, scaling tech businesses, and complex regulated environments.
[H3] Energy, Engineering & Infrastructure
•Energy & Oil & Gas•Renewables•Engineering & EPC•Infrastructure
[H3] Technology & Digital
•Telecoms•Data Centres & Digital Infrastructure•Technology, SaaS & AI
[H3] Specialist Services
•Healthcare & Life Sciences•Professional Services•Sports & Entertainment•Staffing & Recruitment
[H2] Ready to Work With Us?
Get in touch and we'll talk through your deployment. No automated sales sequence, no funnel forms. Just a conversation with someone who knows the markets you're hiring in.Talk to Us

Direct-Entity EOR in Saudi Arabia
[H1] Employer of Record in Saudi Arabia
Aspirock holds its own Saudi licence from our Riyadh office, with no sub-partners in the chain. Deploy staff into the Kingdom without setting up a local entity.Get Your KSA Deployment PlanHow It WorksPlatinumNitaqat Status4–6 WeeksBest-Case DeploymentRiyadhIn-Country Team
[H2] Why Saudi Arabia Requires a Specialist EOR
Saudi Arabia's compliance environment is genuinely unlike any other market. Three distinct layers work together and must all be navigated correctly before a single visa is filed.
[H3] Saudisation (Nitaqat)
Saudi Arabia’s policy requiring private sector employers to maintain a minimum percentage of Saudi national employees. Every company is assigned a Nitaqat band: Platinum, High Green, Mid Green, Low Green, or Red. Companies in the Red band cannot process new work permits or renew existing ones.
[H3] Localisation
Distinct from Saudisation and significantly more complex. It specifies that for regulated professions, the Saudi hire must hold equivalent qualifications to the expatriate roles being sponsored. Hiring any Saudi national is not sufficient if the role requires a certified professional.
[H3] Multi-Platform Compliance
KSA employment runs through interconnected government platforms: Qiwa (contract authentication), Mudad (wage protection/WPS), GOSI (social insurance), and Muqeem (visa and Iqama management). One error on Mudad can freeze all visa processing immediately.Read our complete guide to Employer of Record in Saudi ArabiaThe direct-entity difference
[H2] Why the Delivery Model Matters
Most global EOR platforms operating in Saudi Arabia do not hold their own Saudi licence. They rely on third-party local delivery partners. The provider you contract with is not the entity actually sponsoring your visas or employing your staff. When something time-sensitive breaks (a blocked Iqama, a Mudad flag, a Nitaqat query) you are waiting on a helpdesk ticket routed through an intermediary.Aspirock holds its own Saudi commercial registration from our Riyadh office. We are the visa sponsor and legal employer. There is no sub-partner in the chain. For UAE-anchored regional coverage across the wider MENA, see the UAE service page.How to choose an EOR provider for KSA and UAE
[H3] Direct-Entity EOR
How Aspirock operates in Saudi ArabiaOwn Saudi licenceDirect government platform accessSame-day issue resolutionFull Nitaqat visibilitySingle point of accountability
[H3] Aggregator / Sub-Partner EOR
How most global EOR platforms operate in KSAThird-party licenceIntermediary between you and government platformsMulti-day resolution chainsNo visibility into partner’s Nitaqat bandSplit accountability
[H2] What We Handle in Saudi Arabia
Aspirock manages the full KSA employment stack directly from our Riyadh office. Every compliance interaction runs through our own Saudi entity.
[H3] Visa Sponsorship & Iqama
Full work visa processing, Iqama issuance, and renewals. Aspirock is the legal visa sponsor.
[H3] GOSI Registration
Social insurance registration and contributions for all employees. Expatriate employer contribution is 2% of basic salary plus housing allowance.
[H3] Saudisation & Localisation Compliance
Proactive Nitaqat management and Localisation mapping through our Hiring Plan Audit before any visa is filed.
[H3] Mudad / WPS Payroll
All salaries processed through the government Wage Protection System within the required monthly window. Non-compliance can freeze all visa processing.
[H3] Qiwa Contract Authentication
Employment contracts drafted in Arabic, authenticated through the Qiwa platform, and compliant with current Saudi Labour Law including the February 2025 amendments.
[H3] End of Service & Benefits
Gratuity calculated on basic salary plus housing allowance, with transport excluded. Half a month per year for the first five years of service, one full month per year thereafter. All statutory leave entitlements managed directly.
[H2] How KSA Deployment Works
A four-phase process from contract to compliant employment.01
[H3] Pre-Visa Preparation
3-10 working daysSaudisation and Localisation check, visa quota confirmed, Qiwa-compliant employment contract issued, work visa authorisation sent to Saudi embassy.02
[H3] Home Country Formalities
2-4 weeksMedical examination, police clearance, degree/certificate attestation, work visa stamped by Saudi embassy. The main bottleneck is usually document gathering.03
[H3] Entry & Local Compliance
1-2 weeks after arrivalEntry into Saudi Arabia, post-arrival medical, biometrics captured, Iqama issued. Employee cannot legally work until Iqama is in hand.04
[H3] Employment Activation
1-2 weeksGOSI registration completed, Mudad payroll activated, local bank account opened, salary payments enabled. Employee fully onboarded and compliant.4-6 weeksBest case6-10 weeksTypical10-14 weeksComplex cases
[H2] Key Employment Terms in Saudi Arabia
Annual Leave21 days (30 after 5 years)Notice Period60 days for indefinite contractsProbationUp to 180 days maximumOvertime150% of standard hourly rateRamadan Hours6 hours/day, 36 hours/weekMaternity Leave12 weeks (6 weeks postnatal mandatory)GOSI (Expatriate)2% employer contributionEnd of ServiceHalf month/year first 5 yrs, full month/year afterFull breakdown of Saudi employment lawEstimate the cost to employ in Saudi Arabia
[H2] Frequently Asked Questions
Does Aspirock have its own office and entity in Saudi Arabia?Aspirock Arabia LLC operates from our Riyadh office with Platinum Nitaqat status. We hold our own Saudi commercial registration and are the direct visa sponsor for every deployment, with all employment, payroll, and compliance work handled directly by our Riyadh team.Can I hire employees in Saudi Arabia without setting up a local entity?Yes. Through an EOR arrangement, Aspirock becomes the legal employer of your workers in the Kingdom. You do not need Saudi commercial registration, a local partner, or share capital. Aspirock holds the Saudi licence directly from our Riyadh office and manages visa sponsorship, Iqama, GOSI, Qiwa contract authentication, and Mudad payroll on your behalf.How long does it take to deploy an employee in Saudi Arabia through an EOR?Best-case timeline is 4 to 6 weeks for a straightforward deployment. Typical deployments take 6 to 10 weeks. Complex cases involving professional certifications or certain nationalities may take 10 to 14 weeks. The main bottleneck is usually document gathering and authentication in the employee’s home country.What is the difference between Saudisation and Localisation?Saudisation (Nitaqat) sets the minimum percentage of Saudi nationals an employer must have in their workforce. Localisation goes further: it specifies that for regulated professions and certain technical roles, the Saudi hire must hold equivalent qualifications to the expatriate roles being sponsored. Hiring any Saudi national is not sufficient if the role requires a certified professional.What is Mudad and why does it matter for payroll?Mudad is Saudi Arabia’s government Wage Protection System. All private sector salaries must be processed and reported through the platform every month within a defined window. Non-compliance can result in an immediate freeze on all visa processing for the employing entity. Aspirock processes all payroll through Mudad directly.What are the GOSI contribution rates for employees in Saudi Arabia?For expatriate employees, the employer contribution is 2% of basic salary plus housing allowance. For Saudi national employees, contribution rates are higher and are subject to phased increases under the 2024 Social Insurance Law amendments. Aspirock handles all GOSI registration and monthly filings.What Nitaqat band does Aspirock hold in Saudi Arabia?Aspirock Arabia holds Platinum Nitaqat status, the highest available band. This unlocks maximum expatriate visa capacity and ensures the fastest available processing routes for work permit applications.Can I transfer employees to my own entity later?Yes. Many clients start with Aspirock’s EOR for immediate deployment, begin their own entity registration simultaneously, and transfer staff once their Saudi entity is operational. We support this transition process.
[H2] Ready to Deploy Staff into Saudi Arabia?
Book a free Hiring Plan Audit. We will map your roles against current Saudisation and Localisation requirements and give you a specific deployment timeline.Get Your KSA Deployment PlanOr read our complete KSA guide →