Global EOR Services in Tuvalu
Find, Hire & Pay Employees in Tuvalu
Given Tuvalu’s small size, limited private sector, and lack of a large commercial labor market, there are very few — if any — formal EOR providers operating directly in Tuvalu.
Why Use Global EOR Services in Tuvalu?
Companies seeking to engage workers in Tuvalu typically do so through:
Bilateral government agreements (e.g., aid projects, public sector support)
Project-based contracts with local individuals or community groups
International contractors working remotely or temporarily stationed in Tuvalu.
An EOR for Tuvalu (if available) would typically:
Sponsor and manage employment contracts in line with Tuvaluan labor practices
Handle payroll in AUD
Ensure compliance with any local labor ordinances
Administer taxes (where applicable — Tuvalu has no personal income tax)
Provide guidance on customary employment norms
🇹🇻 Tuvalu: Country Overview
Tuvalu is a small island nation located in the Pacific Ocean between Australia and Hawaii. It is one of the world’s least populous and smallest countries by land area. The economy of Tuvalu is modest and largely supported by fishing licenses, remittances from overseas workers (especially seafarers), foreign aid, and income from its “.tv” domain. The private sector is underdeveloped, and most formal employment is in the public sector or community-based activities.
Capital: Funafuti
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Population: ~11,000
Official languages: Tuvaluan, English
Main industries: Fishing, public administration, small-scale agriculture, remittances, licensing of the internet domain (.tv)
Main exports: Copra, fish
Main trading partners: Australia, Fiji, New Zealand
Employment Laws and Policies in Tuvalu
Tuvalu’s labor market is governed by:
Tuvalu Employment Act (1966, as amended)
Occupational health and safety codes (public sector focused)
📄 Employment Contracts
Typically verbal or written agreements (written contracts recommended for clarity)
No complex requirements; most employment is in public service or community-based projects
Fixed-term contracts are common for project-based work
🕰 Working Hours
Standard working hours for public employees: 40 hours/week (8 hours/day)
Overtime rules are not formally codified; typically agreed by contract or customary practice
🌴 Leave Entitlements
Annual leave: Generally 20 working days per year for full-time employees (mostly in the public sector)
Sick leave: Provided as per contract or public service rules
Public holidays: 10+ national holidays (e.g., Independence Day, Good Friday, Christmas)
Payroll, Taxes & Contributions
No personal income tax in Tuvalu
No social security system
Employers may provide benefits (e.g., housing, transport allowance) by contract
🏥 Health & Safety
Employers are expected to provide safe working conditions
Tuvalu lacks detailed occupational safety legislation for the private sector; public sector rules apply by default
⚠ Termination & Severance
Employment can generally be terminated by reasonable notice, as agreed in the contract
Severance or redundancy pay is not mandated by law, but may be agreed contractually
Opening a Legal Entity in Tuvalu
Business operations in Tuvalu are highly limited, but companies can:
Register a business with the Tuvalu Ministry of Finance and Economic Development
Obtain necessary licenses for specific activities
Common forms: Sole trader, partnership, or company (rare)
⏱ Timeline: Variable; can take several weeks depending on government processing
Popular Global EOR Providers Supporting Tuvalu
(They often partner with in-country firms for local compliance.)
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