The enforcement of exiting regulations has become more stringent in many countries, especially in Europe and the U.S. following the worldwide crisis. Governments have recognised the enormous potential of income stream within the contracting sector that has been overlooked in the past.

Clients are audited and inspected by tax and social security authorities more closely than previously to ensure that all wage tax and social security premiums have been paid. Contractors and end clients can be audited on their current activity or contract but the authorities are also entitled to review the last few years of this activity.

They can also verify all the work permits issues, and if so, who arranged them. All of the parties involved in the employment of the contractor could be forced to pay heavy fines or face other punishment if the rules have not been respected (example: taxes have not been paid in the correct manner).