Deel Startup Perks
Global payroll, EOR, and contractor management platform letting startups hire, pay, and manage teams across 150+ countries compliantly.
Quick answer
Deel offers eligible startups up to $5,000 in perks and resources, with no equity required. An application is required, and it is open to startups worldwide (seed – series a).
Available programs
First 5 seats free for life plus free U.S. payroll for founders
Deel for Startups
Deel's people stack for venture-backed startups, offering global payroll, EOR, contractor payments, and HR. Includes free U.S. payroll for founders and five free seats for qualifying companies.
- Set up payroll in 150+ countries with automatic tax filing and payment
- Hire via owned entities or EOR with fast global onboarding
- Unified HR, benefits, visa support, and IT device management
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Do you qualify for Deel?
You likely qualify if
- You are venture-backed with $500k+ raised (for 5 free seats)
- You hire or pay contractors internationally
- You need compliant global payroll and HR
You won't qualify if
- You are bootstrapped or below the $500k funding threshold (for the 5-free-seats perk)
- You only hire domestically and need no global features
Common rejection reasons
- Funding not verifiable on Crunchbase
- Company below the $500k venture-backing threshold
How to apply for Deel
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Visit the startups page
Go to the Deel for Startups page at deel.com/segments/startups/.
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Book a demo
Click Book a demo, the primary CTA on the page.
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Verify eligibility and onboard
Deel verifies funding (e.g., $500k+ via Crunchbase) and onboards your team with localized contracts and compliance.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Deel give startups?
Deel provides eligible startups with up to $5,000 in perks and resources across its programs.
Does Deel take equity from startups?
No. Deel's startup perks and credits are non-dilutive — you do not give up any equity to receive them.
Who qualifies for Deel?
Eligible startups generally must meet criteria such as: Venture-backed with at least $500k raised (Crunchbase-verifiable) for the 5-free-seats offer; Suited to startups hiring or paying teams internationally.
Is Deel free for startups?
Applying is free. Deel provides up to $5,000 in perks and resources with no equity required.
How do I apply for Deel?
1) Visit the startups page, 2) Book a demo, 3) Verify eligibility and onboard. Full steps are on this page.
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