Papaya Global Pricing 2026
Complete pricing guide with plans, hidden costs, and negotiation tips
Papaya Global pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $5 to $200 per month in 2026. Your actual cost depends on the tier you choose, contract length, and negotiated discounts.
Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.
- Free tier: No free tier available
- Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
- Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training
Papaya Global offers 4 pricing tiers: Workforce OS, Payroll Plus, Contractor Management, Agent of Record (AOR). Standard paid plans include Workforce OS at $5/per employee/month, Payroll Plus at $25/per employee/month, Contractor Management at $30/per contractor/month. The Payroll Plus plan is companies needing global payroll.
Compared to other contractor management software, Papaya Global is positioned at the mid-market price point.
All Papaya Global Plans & Pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workforce OS | $5 /per employee/month | $undefined | Basic workforce management |
| Payroll Plus | $25 /per employee/month | $undefined | Companies needing global payroll |
| Contractor Management | $30 /per contractor/month | $undefined | Managing global contractors |
| Agent of Record (AOR) | $200 /per contractor/month | $undefined | Companies wanting hands-off contractor management |
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Workforce OS
- Workforce management
- Analytics and reporting
- Compliance tracking
Payroll Plus
- Global payroll processing
- Multi-currency support
- Compliance automation
- Integration with HR systems
Contractor Management
- Contractor management across 160+ countries
- Multi-currency payments in 130+ currencies
- Country-specific compliant contract generation
- In-platform contract signatures
- Support for hourly and flat-fee structures
- Bulk onboarding (up to 1,000 contractors)
- Comprehensive analytics
- Automated payment workflows
Agent of Record (AOR)
- Full outsourced contractor management
- Papaya manages contractor relationships
- Compliance handled by Papaya
- All Contractor Management features
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Frequently Asked Questions
01 How much does Papaya Global cost for contractor management?
Papaya Global charges $30 per contractor per month for standard contractor management, which includes compliant contracts, automated payment workflows, and multi-currency support. For companies wanting full outsourcing, the Agent of Record (AOR) service starts at $200 per contractor per month with complete liability coverage and IP protection.
02 What is the difference between Contractor Management and Agent of Record?
Contractor Management ($30/month) provides tools for you to manage contractors directly with compliant contracts and payments. Agent of Record ($200/month) means Papaya Global takes over all contractor management on your behalf, including local compliance, accurate classification, and assumes full liability for misclassification risks.
03 What are the transaction fees for contractor payments?
Papaya Global's workforce payments system charges starting at $2.50 per transaction for paying contractors in local currencies. This fee covers currency conversion, international transfers, and compliance processing for cross-border payments.
04 Is Papaya Global suitable for small businesses?
While Papaya Global's $30/month contractor pricing is competitive, the platform is primarily designed for large enterprises and multinational corporations. Small businesses may find the feature set, enterprise integrations, and complex workflows more than they need. Smaller teams might prefer simpler platforms like Remote.com or Deel.
05 How many countries does Papaya Global support?
Papaya Global supports contractor management, payroll, and compliance across 160+ countries with payments available in 130+ currencies. The platform provides country-specific contract templates, local compliance automation, and regulatory updates for all supported jurisdictions.
06 Does Papaya Global offer volume discounts?
Yes, Papaya Global provides volume discounts for enterprise clients, particularly for the Workforce OS and Payroll Plus plans. Pricing becomes more competitive as you scale beyond 100+ contractors or employees, but specific discount tiers require enterprise sales negotiations.