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title: "Import Employees with CSV File"
slug: "importing-employees-with-csv-file"
description: "Import employees easily by downloading a sample CSV file, entering data, and validating for a seamless integration into your employee list."
updated: 2025-06-09T15:45:50Z
published: 2025-06-09T15:45:50Z
canonical: "help.workeasysoftware.com/importing-employees-with-csv-file"
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# Import Employees with CSV File

Use this feature to quickly import multiple employees into the system by uploading a properly formatted CSV file.

1. In **Global Settings**, click **Data Import & Export** > **Import Employees**.![](https://7523197.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/7523197/image-png-Jan-06-2025-08-55-07-5619-PM.png)
2. Click **Download Sample** to download the sample file.
3. Open the sample file from the browser or from the **Downloads** folder.
4. Enter the employee data into the fields.
  1. The required fields must be filled to continue.
  2. Drop-down options may vary based on what's been added to your account.
5. Once you are finished entering the employee data, save the file as a CSV file.
6. Select a date format. It needs to match the formatting in the CSV file.
7. Click **Browse**, select the created CSV file, and open it.
8. Click **Import File** to import the CSV file.
9. The software will detect the fields from the uploaded file. Make sure the heading names match the respective fields.
10. Click **Validation & Preview** to submit the file.
11. The employees will populate in the employee list.

> **You're done!** 😊👍
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### FAQ

#### How do I start importing employees?

In Global Settings, click Data Import & Export > Import Employees.

#### Where can I find the sample file for employee data?

Click Download Sample to download the sample file.

#### What should I do after downloading the sample file?

Open the sample file from the browser or from the Downloads folder.

#### Are there any required fields when entering employee data?

Yes, the required fields must be filled to continue.

#### What format should I save the employee data file in?

Once you are finished entering the employee data, save the file as a CSV file.

#### Do I need to match the date format in the CSV file?

Yes, the date format needs to match the formatting in the CSV file.

#### What should I do after selecting the CSV file for import?

Click Import File to import the CSV file.

#### How can I ensure the fields are correctly matched during import?

Make sure the heading names in the uploaded file match the respective fields.

#### What happens after I submit the file for validation and preview?

The employees will populate in the employee list.