The service enables United States employers to retain current Indian team members and hire new talent in India with full compliance, clear governance, and optional managed offices.
Houston, Texas, and Chennai, India • September 20, 2025
Elatre today announced a dedicated Employer of Record service in India that gives United States companies a fast, lawful, and operationally clear alternative to the newly announced 100,000 USD H-1B fee. The service allows employers to keep existing Indian employees on payroll in India or hire new Indian talent without interrupting projects or client commitments. Elatre states that this is the first publicly announced end-to-end service launched in direct response to the new fee. The company will monitor official guidance and update materials as agencies release additional details.
Key points
- 72-hour onboarding target for straightforward cases once documents are verified
- Employer of Record coverage in India, including payroll, contracts, benefits, and statutory filings
- Documented processes aligned to Indian employment law and international privacy standards
- Optional managed office space and secure IT setup in Chennai, along with remote arrangements
- One accountable operator with client success based in Houston and implementation in Chennai
- Transparent scope with written inclusions, service levels, and response times
The problem
The announced H-1B fee creates immediate financial and operational risk for employers that rely on Indian professionals in critical roles. Budget plans, delivery timelines, and institutional knowledge are at risk when visa costs surge or timelines shift. Employers need a lawful alternative that preserves team continuity and protects employees.
The solution
Elatre serves as the legal employer in India while the client directs day-to-day work. Elatre manages local obligations, including payroll, benefits enrollment, and statutory filings. Clients keep control of roadmaps and delivery while avoiding visa-related disruption.
How it works
- Strategy call A 15-minute consultation to map roles, timelines, and risks. Elatre shares an initial recommendation during the call.
- Action plan A written plan within hours that outlines scope, onboarding steps, indicative timelines, and data protection controls.
- Legal onboarding Locally compliant employment contracts, worker consent, and statutory registrations. Payroll setup and benefits enrollment follow documented checklists.
- Go live Employees continue work under Elatre payroll in India. The client retains direction of work. Elatre operates as the legal employer and provides ongoing HR, payroll, and compliance support.
Compliance and worker protections
Elatre operates with Indian employment law compliance, including Shops and Establishments registration, provident fund, professional tax, employee state insurance where applicable, gratuity accrual rules, and statutory leave. Processes define notice, termination, and grievance handling. Employees receive clear, locally compliant contracts and benefit summaries.
Security and privacy
Elatre maintains controls aligned to ISO 27001 and SOC 2 practices. For healthcare clients, Elatre supports HIPAA-aligned processes and signs appropriate agreements when required. The company follows least-privilege access, device hardening standards, and regional data residency preferences where feasible. Vendor risk questionnaires and control summaries are available on request.
What makes it different
- Speed with governance A 72-hour target for straightforward cases, paired with written procedures and audit-ready documentation.
- Single accountable partner Legal employer in India, client success in the United States, implementation in India. One operator manages legal, payroll, HR, facilities, and device logistics.
- Workplace options Remote by default, with optional managed office space, secure devices, and connectivity in Chennai.
- Transparent scope Defined inclusions and service levels, including payroll cutoffs, ticket response times, device handoff, and replacement commitments.
Leadership quotes
“Leaders need certainty now. We designed this pathway as an immediate solution. Without their Indian employees, U.S. companies will face disruptions caused by the new H-1B visa environment. Our role is to make sure business does not stop, and this solution gives leaders the certainty to continue operating without interruption.” said Divya Krishnamoorthy, Founder and CEO of Elatre.
“The H-1B visa changes left companies with urgent questions and no clear answers. Our role as operators is to remove that uncertainty. This solution gives U.S. leaders a compliant, transparent, and humane way to retain their Indian teams without disruption.” said Praveen Krishnamoorthy, Head of Global Operations at Elatre.
Availability
The service is available to United States companies that retain or hire Indian employees. Onboarding can be completed in 72 hours for straightforward cases after identity and document verification. Timelines may vary for roles that require additional checks, device provisioning, or local registrations.
Getting started
Visit the service page at elatre.com to book a strategy call. A specialist will confirm eligibility, timelines, and next steps, and will provide a written plan the same day in most cases.
About Elatre
Elatre is a United States-headquartered company with operations in India. The firm delivers marketing and operations services for global clients and provides Employer of Record and managed workforce solutions that support cross-border teams. Elatre focuses on clarity, speed, and compliance, and serves clients across North America, Europe, and Asia.
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