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Employer of Record in Colombia.
G-P’s employer of record (EOR) model allows your company to start hiring talent in minutes via our global entity infrastructure. Unlike a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), G-P allows your company to expand your global footprint without the hassle of entity setup and management.
18Holidays per year
47hours per weekWorking hours per day or month
Payroll in Colombia.
Colombia is known for the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta as well as the Andes range and the capital, Bogota. Although it is a growing area to do business, Colombia employment laws strongly favor employees. When you establish Colombia payroll, you’ll need to have a strong understanding of these laws before you hire employees, add them to the payroll, and start operating your subsidiary.
Hiring in 
Colombia.
Employers need to put together a strong team in Colombia to establish a company. However, recruiting and employing employees in Colombia also means meeting all employment laws to stay compliant. Here are a few things employers need to know about the employee hiring process.
Compensation & Benefits in Colombia.
Compensation & Benefits in Colombia.
Compensation and benefits management in Colombia can be complex without the right preparation and local expertise. Employers are required to give employees several standard benefits. Other supplementary benefits are not mandated by law but are expected by employees and can attract top candidates to your open positions. You can choose to learn the regulations related to Colombia benefits management on your own, or you can work with an Employer of Record (EOR) like G-P to stay compliant and save valuable time and resources.
COP1,160,000 per monthMinimum wage per month
15daysAnnual vacation leave (min)
Colombia Subsidiary.
Establishing a subsidiary in Colombia is one way to grow your company in the region. However, following all Colombia subsidiary laws is important to stay compliant. The entire subsidiary setup process can take months, leaving employees you want to hire to search for different positions.
Colombia Visas & Permits.
Colombia’s economic growth makes it an attractive location for companies looking to scale in South America. If your company is taking advantage of this opportunity, you’ll need to obtain Colombia work visas for all international employees. However, not all companies have the time or expertise to efficiently get a work visa in Colombia.
Colombia Contractors.
Colombia Contractors.
From a diverse talent pool to an abundance of specialized industry expertise, Colombia can offer a range of advantages for companies hiring independent contractors. Consider some best practices for engaging contractors to handle various projects.