Puerto Rico - Employer of Record (EOR)
Learn what you need to expand your business and hire compliantly in Puerto Rico while simplifying HR processes with Justworks EOR.
Quick Facts on Hiring in Puerto Rico
Everything you need to know about hiring in Puerto Rico at a glance.
. million
Population
United States Dollar (USD)
Currency
San Juan
Capital city
Spanish and English
Languages
billion (USD)
GDP
No statutorily paid holidays
Public Holidays
. million
Population
United States Dollar (USD)
Currency
San Juan
Capital city
Spanish and English
Languages
billion (USD)
GDP
No statutorily paid holidays
Public Holidays
Grow Your Team in Puerto Rico with Justworks EOR
Expanding into Puerto Rico just got a whole lot easier. With Justworks, you can hire, onboard, and support top-tier talent, without setting up a local entity or experiencing compliance headaches.
Here’s how we make it simple from day one:
Global payroll, made easy: Pay your team accurately and on time, wherever they are
Localized hiring, done right: Craft compliant contracts and offer competitive benefits
Admin off your plate: We handle payroll, tax withholdings, and HR logistics, so you can skip the busywork
End-to-end support: From onboarding to offboarding, we’re right by your side
Whether you're hiring your first international employee or scaling across borders, Justworks is your partner for seamless global growth. Let’s make it happen.
Here’s What You Should Know Before Hiring in Puerto Rico
Compensation & Benefits
Employees in Puerto Rico are entitled to several mandatory benefits under local labor laws. These include vacation, sick leave, and mandatory Christmas bonuses for eligible employees. Pregnant employees receive eight weeks of paid maternity leave. Employers must also contribute to local unemployment, disability, and workers’ compensation programs, ensuring employees are protected in case of job loss, illness, or injury.
Hiring in Puerto Rico with an EOR
Ready to start hiring talent in Puerto Rico with Justworks? Here’s how you can expect the process to look:Â
You’ve found the perfect new hire in Puerto RicoÂ
Partner with Justworks EOR to bring them on
Start the onboarding process for employees, including enrollment in local benefits and pension contributions
Manage ongoing tasks such as payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and other HR operations specific to Puerto Rico
Hiring in Puerto Rico might seem overwhelming, but Justworks is here to offer tailored support.
Insights Into the Puerto Rico Hiring Market
Ready to Hire Confidently in Puerto Rico?
Justworks makes building your global team seamless by helping you hire and onboard talent in Puerto Rico and beyond. Save yourself the time and hassle of international hiring today.
