U.S.-based tech companies have found that there is a deep pool of talent in different parts of the world — like Central Asia and the Caucasus. Places like Armenia have become global tech export hubs with laws and government initiatives that have been put in place to grow the tech industry in the country — and this has made Armenia a treasure trove of tech talent for tech startups and companies in search of skilled professionals.
When scaling a remote and global team in Armenia or another emerging tech market, there are multiple methods you can use to grow your company — including establishing a legal and permanent entity. With many U.S.-based tech companies interested in finding talented tech professionals in a new market, they want to know how to build a global tech team in Armenia without a permanent entity, and Truss is here to help.
Contact Truss today for more information on our employer of record services in Armenia!
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How an EOR Will Help Navigate the Armenian Labor Code
Working hand in hand with an employer of record is a tried and true alternative to establishing a permanent legal entity in different parts of the world. With an employer of record like Truss on your side, you will benefit from legal protection from potential compliance errors with no costs tied to establishing and maintaining a permanent entity.
When you partner with an employer of record, your EOR takes on the legal responsibilities of ensuring your remote team in Armenia is compliant with the Labor Code of the Republic of Armenia. An employer of record will manage global payroll, tax withholdings, and employee benefits to make sure everything meets legal standards.
Truss has years of experience in Central Asia and the Caucasus with established legal entities in multiple countries in the region. This has made Truss intimately familiar with the labor code in Armenia and other emerging markets, putting the company in a valuable position to help U.S.-based tech companies grow their business without risk of non-compliance.
Here is a better look at how an employer of record can protect your company:
Manage the Armenian Digital Contract Mandate
The Armenian State Revenue Committee has instituted a new digital contract mandate that took effect on January 1, 2026. With this new law, all employment contracts must be digital with digital signatures and registered via a unified digital platform. This can be a challenge for tech companies establishing a permanent entity, but an employer of record in Armenia will ensure remote employees meet the requirements of this digital mandate, allowing your remote team members to start working sooner.
Navigate Armenian Tax Incentives for Tech Companies
Armenia provides tech companies with an impressive list of tax incentives that can help reduce costs for hiring companies. These tax incentives recently introduced will impact companies from 2025 – 2031 when you qualify. An employer of record with detailed knowledge of Armenian tax codes can help ensure business and employee contracts meet the necessary standards to maximize savings.
- 1% Turnover Tax for Certified Tech Companies
- 10% Income Tax for Developers
- 200% Salary Tax Deduction for Employers
Protect Intellectual Property
The theft of intellectual property is a real concern for many U.S.-based tech companies that hire independent contractors and work-for-hire laws in the United States do not apply to overseas contractors, so a contractor may own the code they write. An employer of record can protect IP for tech startups by writing local contracts that include trade secret clauses and airtight IP assignment, guaranteeing ownership of algorithms, codes, and apps developed by your global team.
Manage Work Visas for Remote Employees
Armenia has become a major tech hub for tech professionals who have left different parts of the world — like Russia and Belarus. These expatriates may require work visas to live and work in Armenia depending on their citizenship. EAEU Citizens from Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan are exempt from needing work permits, but must still register with the proper authorities, and remote employees from other countries may require a Temporary Residence Card and labor market test. An employer of record can help determine which immigration and labor permits an employee needs, and ensure that your workforce dots all the i’s and crosses all the t’s.
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Skip a Permanent Entity with Truss as Your EOR in Armenia
Are you looking for ways to build a global tech team in Armenia without a permanent entity? Truss is the answer to your questions as a proven employer of record provider in Central Asia and the Caucasus.
Truss provides tech companies with a viable strategy to grow your team with an end-to-end global hiring solution. We will use our experience in Armenia to help you find, recruit, and hire talented developers, engineers, and analysts. We will provide you with a list of qualified and vetted job candidates that meet your salary and skill requirements and will be a welcome addition to your global team. When you have found the right fit, Truss will help you onboard and manage your global team, protecting you against compliance violations.
Contact Truss today to learn more about our employer of record services in Armenia!
