About
Lano is a comprehensive global workforce management platform built for companies expanding internationally. It combines payroll consolidation, Employer of Record (EOR) services, contractor management, and cross-border payments into a single unified solution. Businesses can onboard and pay employees in 170+ countries while staying fully compliant with local labor laws—without needing to establish local legal entities. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing HRIS, finance, and payroll providers, eliminating the fragmented chaos of managing multiple vendors and decentralized documents. Real-time global analytics and reporting give HR and finance teams instant visibility into payroll costs and workforce data. Bulk multi-currency payments can be sent in a single click, with free local payments supported in 28 currencies. Founded in Germany, Lano brings deep European payroll expertise alongside a network of vetted in-country specialists worldwide. Its scalable pricing model rewards companies with broader geographic footprints, making it ideal for growing mid-market firms and enterprise-level organizations alike. With a 4.7 rating on G2 and more than 2,000 companies expanding globally, Lano is trusted for faster onboarding, significant cost savings, and reliable local compliance. It offers a dedicated API for custom integrations and supports IT hardware procurement as an additional service.
Key Features
- Global Payroll Consolidation: Centralizes payroll data from multiple providers, HRIS, and finance systems into one unified platform with real-time reporting and cost insights.
- Employer of Record (EOR): Enables businesses to employ talent in 170+ countries without establishing local legal entities, handling contracts, visas, compliance, and payroll through a single partner.
- Multi-Currency Bulk Payments: Send salaries, invoices, or bonuses in bulk with a single click, with free local payments supported in 28 currencies across 170+ countries.
- Contractor Management: Manage contractor agreements, onboarding, and payments in one place while ensuring compliance with local regulations.
- Lano API & Integrations: Connect Lano to existing HR and finance tools via a dedicated API, enabling seamless data flows without replacing current infrastructure.
Use Cases
- A fast-growing SaaS startup hiring full-time employees across Europe and Latin America uses Lano as its EOR to onboard staff quickly without establishing local legal entities.
- A multinational enterprise consolidates payroll data from 12 different regional providers into Lano for unified reporting and real-time global workforce cost visibility.
- An e-commerce company managing a distributed contractor network uses Lano to handle contracts, compliance checks, and bulk multi-currency payments in a single workflow.
- An HR team expanding into new markets uses Lano's Employment Cost Calculator and Global Hiring Guides to plan compliant hiring strategies before entering new countries.
- A finance department eliminates manual payroll reconciliation by integrating Lano with their existing HRIS and accounting systems via the Lano API.
Pros
- Comprehensive Global Coverage: Supports payroll, EOR, and compliance in 170+ countries, making it a true one-stop solution for international workforce management.
- Non-Disruptive Integration: Works alongside existing payroll providers and HR systems rather than forcing a full replacement, reducing migration risk.
- Scalable Pricing: Pricing improves as geographic footprint grows, making Lano increasingly cost-effective for scaling businesses.
- Strong Customer Support: Human customer service delivers 40% faster issue resolution, backed by vetted local in-country specialists.
Cons
- Enterprise-Focused Pricing: The pricing model is best suited for mid-market and enterprise companies; smaller teams or startups may find costs high relative to their needs.
- European Payroll Bias: While Lano covers 170+ countries, its deepest expertise is in European markets, which may mean varying levels of in-country support elsewhere.
- Requires Onboarding Time: Consolidating existing payroll providers and integrating data sources into a single platform may require meaningful setup and migration effort.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Employer of Record (EOR) and how does Lano use it?
An EOR is a third-party organization that legally employs workers on behalf of a company, handling payroll, taxes, and compliance. Lano acts as the EOR in 170+ countries, allowing businesses to hire international talent without setting up local legal entities.
How many countries does Lano support?
Lano supports payroll, EOR, and contractor management in 170+ countries, with free local payments available in 28 currencies.
Does Lano replace my existing payroll providers?
No. Lano is designed to integrate with and consolidate your existing payroll providers and HRIS systems into one platform, without requiring you to rip and replace current infrastructure.
What kind of businesses is Lano best suited for?
Lano is designed for growing and enterprise-level companies that employ or contract workers in multiple countries. Its scalable pricing model makes it particularly valuable for businesses with a broad international footprint.
Does Lano offer an API for custom integrations?
Yes. Lano provides a dedicated API that allows businesses to connect it with their own internal tools, HRIS platforms, and finance systems for seamless data integration.
