Moving to a new country is easier now than in the past, with many tech and communication tools to assist […]

International contractors will usually look for clients in countries that have industries that fit their skills and experience.  One of […]

One of the realities of international contracting is the need to navigate tax calculation and payment.  Contractors may be liable […]

Tech startups have to balance the need for specialized workers with the overall cost of hiring.  Initially, using contractors is […]

When you contract for clients in a foreign country there are many regulations that can affect the relationship.  This is […]

When you are contracting internationally, you will find that some employment policies can affect your client relationships.  One of the […]

One of the realities of international contracting is the need to obtain a work permit.  Very few countries (outside the […]

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has an experienced and educated workforce in many industries, including IT, engineering and manufacturing.  If […]

We’ve got a lot of questions about the 30% tax ruling in the Netherlands in the past we’re addressing some […]

As a financial and high-tech centre in Europe, Luxembourg has many skilled workers that could be a fit for your […]

The independent alpine nation of Switzerland has a strong economy and structured business environment that may be ideal for contractors.  […]

International contractors that want to work in Spain will find that several registration steps are depending on their business structure. […]

Thailand is an appealing destination for international contractors, but immigration requirements have tightened up in recent years.  This means that […]

As the world’s third-largest economy, Japan may have numerous opportunities for a skilled and qualified contractor.  International contractors looking to […]

Portage salarial is the French term for the services of umbrella (portage) companies that host self-employed workers in France. One […]

A significant change is occurring in global hiring practices, as companies are recognizing the advantage of recruiting remote workers. These […]

Because the majority of remote work roles are online, internet connectivity is especially crucial for performance, communication and meeting deadlines. […]

If your company is looking for new remote workers in foreign countries, you will find that there are skilled professionals […]

As a major business hub in Asia, Hong Kong can offer opportunities for international contractors with skills in finance, IT […]

Global recruitment is expanding to countries all over the world, as companies realize they are not limited geographically when seeking […]

The sovereign city-state of Singapore is home to many industries that could use skilled international contractors that wish to live […]

As you begin to recruit new workers for your company you may find the right candidate living abroad.  If so, […]

If your global recruitment efforts are leading you to look to novel locations, you might find the worker that you […]

If your company is recruiting talent abroad there is no telling where you might find the perfect candidate.  Thailand is […]

South Korea is the fourth-largest economy in Asia and may have many opportunities for international contractors.  The high tax rates […]

If you are an international contractor who likes to work in different countries, you are now part of a movement […]

We recently had an inquiry from a contractor in Germany that wanted to work remotely as a software engineer for […]

The Philippines is a popular destination for travellers in Southeast Asia, including those that would like to work inside the […]

We often get inquiries from contractors looking to work in Germany for a US company.  With the growing acceptance of […]

Mexico presents an opportunity for skilled contractors in many different industries. To be able to work there long term, you […]

International contractors have a few choices of how to get paid when engaging clients in foreign countries.  If you are […]

Malaysia has the fourth-largest economy in Southeast Asia, along with the cultural diversity and natural beauty that may attract international […]

Thailand is a well-known destination for travellers of all types and could be of real interest to international contractors as […]

China’s strong economic growth has created opportunities for international contractors who may have the right experience or skill set.  The […]

Hiring remote contractors in other countries such as Denmark is a great way to add to your company’s talent pool, […]

The middle eastern country of United Arab Emirates is becoming one of the more appealing destinations for international contractors, given […]

As an EU member nation in central Europe, Czech Republic can be a popular destination for international contractors looking for […]

With the conclusion of Brexit and the related trade agreements, many EU contractors are unsure of how they can continue […]

While Luxembourg is a small country geographically, it is an important financial centre in the EU, with many contracting opportunities […]

Belgium is an important business and financial centre in the European Union. There are a lot of skilled workers in […]

When you hire independent contractors in foreign countries, one of the last things you might expect is a potential tax […]

If you are looking to contract in a central European country with a rich culture and affordable cost of living, […]

The archipelago nation of Malta located in the Mediterranean Sea can easily capture the imagination of international contractors looking for […]

As remote working becomes more common, it opens up a global talent pool to companies that may have never thought […]

Adjacent to Germany in Eastern Europe, Poland may be a good destination for EU contractors, and although wages are not […]

On January 1, 2021, the transition period for Brexit ended, and now contracting in the EU will be determined by […]

Spain can be an attractive destination for international contractors, with a relatively low cost of living, vibrant culture, and open […]

Just south of Austria on the Adriatic Sea lies the EU-member country Croatia, ideally situated for European or third-country contractors […]

Switzerland is home to many skilled professional workers, who may be looking to work remotely for overseas companies.  This can […]

Among the many European countries where international contractors can look for clients, Portugal has a high appeal due to its […]

International contractors looking for clients and projects in an EU member country could consider Austria. It has a strong economy, […]

Norway has one of the strongest economies per capita in the world. This is thanks to the oil and gas […]

With the growth of new flexible remote work methods, companies are sourcing talent globally and more frequently.  Hiring a worker […]

Sweden is a naturally desirable destination for international contractors, as a Nordic culture where English is widely spoken, and with […]

Hungary occupies a location right in the centre of the European Union and maybe a likely destination for international contractors […]

If your company is looking for remote international talent, you may be considering hiring workers as independent contractors.  This can […]

Italy is a culturally rich country, with a reasonable cost of living compared to other European countries, so it may […]

With a high standard of living, widely spoken English, and quick transport to the rest of the EU, the Netherlands […]

If you are an international contractor and interested in working in a northern European country with a high standard of […]

Germany is home to many skilled workers, with an economy that emphasizes technological, design and manufacturing expertise.  If your company […]

Independent contractors that are looking for a tax-favourable country, may consider Portugal due to its Non-Habitual Residency Regime (NHR).  Available […]

International contractors should always be aware of a country’s tax residency rules. They could affect both tax rates and which […]

As part of the BRIC group of economically powerful nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China), India can be an excellent destination […]

For many contractors, Australia may seem like a dream destination to live and work, with its diverse population, strong economy […]

Switzerland occupies a unique position as a neutral country with EU affiliations that extend many of those member benefits to […]

As an English-speaking country with long membership in the EU, the United Kingdom has been an appealing location for international […]

When your company is looking to add staff, one viable option is to hire remote workers located in foreign countries.  […]

For employers that are starting up, hiring remote contractors can be appealing due to the ease and low commitment level. […]

If you are a skilled worker living in the Philippines, you may want to know if it is possible to […]

Is your company a start-up looking for top talent without increasing payroll costs?  Or are you looking for cost-effective ways […]

A gradual shift is occurring in the business world where companies are choosing to access skilled talent in other countries. […]

Contractors that are looking to work in Germany will find there are several options when it comes to structuring contracts […]

Overview As more people around the world are beginning to turn to remote work solutions, it brings up the question […]

Independent contractors that work internationally may not always know where they should pay tax, especially if they are staying long […]

Companies that want to hire international contractors in Germany will find that there are some intricate regulations to follow or […]

Hiring contractors located in foreign countries is now easier than ever, given the technology and communication tools available.  An international […]

Companies hiring workers remotely or internationally have a few choices to make about worker status, management, and payment.  Hiring as […]

If your company is looking to expand its business in Finland or recruit talent for remote work, you may decide to hire an international contractor.

International contractors have a choice when it comes to how to structure their business with clients, either through a direct contract or using a third party.

Independent contractors have choices when it comes to selecting a form of business structure, and one of those is operating as a ‘limited company’ when working for clients. 

Recruiters that are searching for skilled and reliable independent contractors are facing new challenges in the growing ‘gig economy’. 

Independent contractors have a few advantages over employees when it comes to predicting the longevity of their engagement.  In most cases, you will have a contract

As an independent contractor you will have to weigh the pros and cons of different ways to contract with clients, get paid and handle tax and social contributions.  This is one of the realities of contracting,

Foreign contractors planning to work as self-employed in Belgium are required to submit a LIMOSA declaration before starting their contract.  Several contractors that we assist

If you are an independent contractor who wants to work in Australia, then you will need a visa.  The Australian work visa changed last year from the 457 visa, to the new TSS visa

One of the best solutions for contractors who need assistance setting up their client projects is an umbrella company.  The umbrella company acts as a third party between you

Independent contractors planning to work in Japan will want to review the conditions and rules for contracting in that popular Asian business destination.  Japan’s culture influences

France continues to be a popular country for international contractors seeking new clients and projects, and EU citizens will find that there are several options for setting up your

Canada is emerging as a country with numerous work opportunities in many different professions.  This is especially true for contractors who are willing to relocate and offer

Belgium is an attractive location for contractors in the EU, and has the advantage of easy access and a special expat tax rate if your income is above a certain amount.

Independent contractors working at home or abroad will often use an umbrella company to manage their contracts with clients.  As their name implies, umbrella companies can shelter

When you land a new client the last thing you want to think about is the contract ending, but if you are working internationally it pays to anticipate the outcome because of the

As an independent contractor you are responsible for managing multiple areas of your client engagements, including tax payments, health insurance, expenses and payment.

One of the easily overlooked pitfalls for international contractors is the potential for double taxation of income when contracting overseas.  A contractor may think that the income

Businesses that hire independent contractors for projects and work roles need to know how to terminate the contractor if necessary.  Although termination of contractors is not covered

If you are a staffing agency or recruiter for businesses that use international contractors, we want to make you aware of a new service in partnership with Transformify.

Recruiters and contractors entering the German market from abroad need to be aware of what is known as the AUG license law, which was revised in April 2017. 

If you are a recruiter working for a company that hires contractors for projects abroad, there are some important considerations for international contracting. 

One of the easy to overlook items for contractors with foreign assignments is medical coverage while in another country.  Foreign locations may have hazards

Independent contractors with a flexible lifestyle can take advantage of work opportunities anywhere in the world.  Ease of travel and communication between countries,

If your business is considering hiring contractors from other countries, you may have questions about the best way to pay them across international borders.

The top priority when hiring an independent contractor is finding the most skilled and talented candidates available. Many workers are leaving the arena of traditional employment

With easy access to both Europe and the Middle East, Israel can be a good location for international contractors to find new clients and projects, either short or long term.