What are the best countries for

global team expansion?

Building remote teams and expanding your business operations

internationally opens doors to new growth opportunities in the rapidly
developing business markets around the world. Remote teams have gained
popularity as a viable way of working for employees. It helps employers save
cost around infrastructure and logistics and help employees achieve a
healthy work-life balance.
With remote team expansion, you can test your services in a new or
unsaturated market, expand your brand identity, and even recruit talent and
workforce for various business functions. In addition, team expansion in a
new destination can help you build a more diverse equitable remote
workforce.
Factors to consider when expanding your teams
internationally
Any business enthusiast in search of talent and at the same time looking for
cost-effective resources should consider these preliminary factors before
choosing a destination for your remote team expansion. These are:
• Availability of resources: When expanding your remote teams
internationally, it is important to look at the availability of talent and
resources. How well do you understand the culture of the destination
you choose? Is communication with your remote employees easy in a
particular country? The destination you choose should offer options to
answer these queries, recruit diverse talent, and build remote teams
that work effectively for your organization’s growth. Local guidance
from an International PEO or a local guide such as an Employer of
Record can help you source talent locally.
• Labor costs: It is an important consideration when looking to expand
your team internationally. Skilled resources at affordable costs are
necessary for your business operations. If the labor costs are too high,
you can incur heavy costs on your expansion plans.
• Time difference: When choosing a destination understand its
localization and time difference with your country. The destination you
choose to build remote teams should be available in the convenient
time zones for communication and to continue smooth business
functioning with the neighboring regions and markets. For instance,
India is the choice of destination for global business expansion in the
APAC region. It is also an attractive destination for larger markets
looking for business opportunities such as the US, the UK, and
China. You can refer to our guide to choosing the right destination for
global team expansion for a better understanding.

Best countries for international remote team

expansion
There are more than 100 countries to choose from for global team
expansion. Evaluating the pros and cons of so many options can be
overwhelming. In this article, we have listed the best countries for building
remote teams. We have listed the countries which are considered by global
business leaders such as China, the UK, and the US for expanding their
remote teams internationally. The countries listed below are also the most
attractive and favorable destinations in the APAC, Southern Eastern, or
European markets.
Ireland
Remote team expansion has given business options to build global remote
teams and tap newer markets. With team expansion in mind, Ireland stands
out as an excellent alternative for businesses going global. Its favorable
business climate, competent workforce, powerful digital infrastructure, and
dynamic culture has made Ireland a growing business hub.
Ireland offers promising avenues for the trading of services, capital, goods,
and labor in the European business marketplace. It has a stable economy and
ranks third place on the Global Expansion Tech Index™. Ireland is a
welcoming, business-friendly country, making it an attractive destination for
business investment.
The business climate in Ireland fosters entrepreneurship and innovation
which can streamline any remote operations. Its tech hub has brought
business giants like Apple, Microsft, Facebook, and Google to build their
centers in Ireland. The research, technology transfer, and highly tech-centric
work environment provide numerous opportunities for remote team
development in the digital workspace. The telecommunications industry and
reliable high-speed internet connectivity have made collaboration and
communication simpler for remote teams. It is the 9th most connected city
in the world as per the Global Connectivity Index by Huawei.
It is the only entirely English speaking European country which offers
numerous opportunities for hiring and recruiting talent for your remote
teams. It provides professional benefits, good quality of life, and cultural
attractions to remote employees. With easy-to-access resources, talent,
social support, hospitable culture, and a high quality of life for your remote
employees, Ireland is one of the top choices for any organization looking for
a rewarding global remote team expansion.
Denmark
One of the oldest states of Europe, Denmark, is known as one of the happiest
countries in the world. Its unique geographic location makes it the best
option to access the entire European market. Denmark has the most talented,
skilled, educated, and multilingual workforce, which can be seen by its fifth
place in the 2020 Global Talent Competitiveness Index.
Denmark consistently ranks among the top English-speaking countries.
Without any communication barriers, it is simpler to form multinational
remote teams and communicate seamlessly. Denmark has a non-standard
labor market model called Flexicurity which is beneficial for both the
employers and Danish citizens. There is no pre-imposed or statutory
minimum wage applied in Denmark. Companies can engage and manage
remote workers while complying with labor laws and regulations and
providing flexible working hours and conditions. Without any
communication barriers, it is simpler to form multinational remote teams.
Apart from the cost-effective labor market, Danish businesses are known for
prioritizing cooperation, open communication, and developing a sense of
equality among team members. The country emphasizes work-life balance,
a strong social welfare system, high-quality healthcare, and developing a
productive remote work environment in the country. In fact as per the
Worksome Report 2020 on Remote work in Denmark, around 40% of Danish
companies had already switched to remote working and had strong remote
work practices before the COVID-19 pandemic. These employee-centric
remote work policies and business-friendly cultural mentality encourage
organizations to build and manage remote teams in Denmark.
Regarding business options, Denmark is considered the thriving technology
and innovation hub of the Europian Market. It has a well-developed digital
infrastructure, with dependable high-speed internet connections and
ubiquitous technological access. The Danish ecosystem is home to the best
robot and drone testing facilities whose applications are witnessed in
diverse fields such as manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and so on. In
addition, there are massive developments in the computer science field and
programming languages such as visual prolog, C++, and turbo pascal which
make Denmark an ideal IT and software development hub.
Infrastructure support, low labor costs, a high level of digitization, and access
to the European market make Denmark one of the most profitable
destinations for international team expansion.
Canada
Every company has different business needs for its remote teams. Political
stability, economic growth, quality of life for employees, and growth
opportunities are a few factors considered when looking at a country for
building remote teams. One such country that ranks at the top in almost all
these factors is Canada. It is the closest neighbor to the US market as well as
British and EU markets across the Atlantic, making it a welcoming business
destination for foreign companies. Canada ranks at the top on the Best
Countries List 2021, projected by the US News and World Report.
Canada has one of the most stable economies and a diverse business market
making it a reliable destination for remote business operations. The
Canadian government encourages remote team expansion through its
programs and initiatives. For instance, The Rural and Northern Immigration
Pilot Programme provides opportunities for talented workers from rural
regions to access remote employment possibilities and strengthen Canada’s
remote work ecology.
Hiring remote employees in Canada is easy as the country offers a diverse
and reliable skilled workforce. It prioritizes skill development and training
and provides opportunities for lifelong learning and worker skill-building
support. Canada has one of the highest educational attainment rates in the
world and more than 56% of its population holds a post-graduation degree.
This highly educated workforce and skilled labor provide the necessary
support for building remote teams in any of the business sectors.
The majority of the Canadian workforce is bilingual and has proficiency in
French and English. This quality makes virtual team building and
communications seamless in comparison to other international remote
markets. The unique marketplace diversity, employee benefits, and
government support play an important role in making Canada an attractive
destination for global team expansion.
Mexico

With the new age of technology and rapidly growing design industry, Mexico
has become an emerging destination for remote team building, particularly
for Latin America. Though Mexico observed slow growth in the past 3
decades, it has become one of the top hubs for business, especially startups.
Mexico has an extensive and increasing pool of skilled individuals in a variety
of industries. The country has an excellent educational system that produces
graduates with skills in technology, engineering, finance, marketing, and
other fields. Over 30,000 engineers graduate annually in Mexico. The labor
costs in Mexico are lower in comparison to the US market. Employers from
various industries can recruit remote employees at low prices while
maintaining a high level of talent. The availability affordable and highly
qualified manufacturing and design workforce and talented personnel make
it easy to recruit qualified employees for remote teams.
The Mexican government initiatives have encouraged the development of
the technology and outsourcing industries. Telecommunications,
infrastructure, transportation, and IT sectors have bolstered in the country.
All the major cities have dependable high-speed internet that allows remote
teams to operate and communicate remotely irrespective of their location.
With its rich cultural past, stunning scenery, and favorable climate, Mexico
offers an enticing quality of life. This acts as an attraction for professionals
looking for a healthy work-life balance leading to increased employee
satisfaction and retention in your remote working environment. Advanced
design and manufacturing sectors, growing IT industries, and an easygoing
and friendly business culture make Mexico one of the top choices for global
remote team expansion.
Korea
When looking to build remote teams in the Asian market, Korea is
considered to be a favorable destination. The home of Samsung town is
situated among the two best business powers, Japan and China. Though off
the radar for business with the UK, it is one the best business destination for
APAC countries.
Its effective laws, transparent and compliant services, government support,
and vibrant business market has made Korea climb to the top of the business
destination list.
Seol in Korea ranks highest for its fiber optic penetration and super-fast
internet speed in the world. Its accelerating internet services, advancing
technologies, and business acumen make it a future-proof country for
remote business in comparison to other Western countries. It allows
seamless fire transfer, online operations, and virtual team building in a
remote environment. Modern coworking spaces with high-speed internet,
ergonomic workstations, and cutting-edge conference rooms are made
available throughout the major city. In addition, a well-developed transit
network allows easy access inside cities and to rural places, allowing for in-
person team meetings when necessary.
Korea has well educated, eager-to-learn, and hard-working population,
which makes international hiring easy for foreign companies. Koreans
typically rate high in digital literacy measures and are tech-savvy. This high
degree of digital literacy facilitates easy onboarding, decreasing training
time and thereby increasing overall productivity in remote team operations.
The high-tech and resilient economy with geeky consumers has made Korea
a favored IT hub for companies such as P&G, Microsoft, Loreal, Motorola, and
eBay.
Korean business culture values collaboration, timelines, and respect. These
business etiquettes, culture, and increasing IT sector make Korea an ideal
place for building remote teams and also an attractive destination for
international team expansion.
Philippines
The Philippines is one of the popular destinations due to its trade and
financial globalization. The Philippine economy is one the fastest growing
among the Association of Southeast Nations (ASEAN).
The Philippines holds a highly educated workforce and has a literacy rate of
more than 95%. This linguistic advantage enables productive collaboration
and communication with clients from English-speaking nations. The highly
trainable and flexible workforce of the Philippines has attracted a number of
businesses to build their remote teams, particularly in the Information and
Communications Technology-Business Process Outsourcing (ICT-BPO)
services. The Philippine BPO industry contributes about 10-15% of the
global BPO market. The business operation outsourced are not limited to HR
and finance and extend to animation, gaming, software development, data
mining, and so on.
In comparison to other countries, the Philippines provides substantial cost
advantages, making it an appealing site for remote team operations. Because
of the reduced cost of living and favorable exchange rates, companies can
obtain top-tier talent at competitive prices. As per the A.T. Kearney Global
Services Location Index, the Philippines routinely ranks among the top
outsourcing locations globally.
The Filipino culture has a strong work ethic and a “malasakit” culture, or
genuine concern for others, which results in a harmonious and cooperative
remote work environment. This cultural compatibility enhances remote
team building and attention to attaining organizational goals increasing the
overall effectiveness of remote team operations.
As remote working becomes mainstream across the globe, it has boosted the
number of gig workers and freelancers. This Filipino gig economy has
encouraged US organizations, European companies, and also its immediate
neighbors such as Japan, Australia, and New Zealand to expand their remote
teams in the Philippine market. The steady economic growth, high
employment opportunities, and a competitive business industry make the
Philippines one of the best countries for global team expansion.
Singapore
Singapore is a popular destination due to its remarkable infrastructure,
strong economy, and political stability. With a business-friendly
environment and its openness to foreign investments, Singapore bagged the
top spot on the 2020 Global Expansion Tech Index. Singapore has one of the
best IT infrastructure, telecommunications, and internet facilities. As per
the Speedtest Global Index 2021, Singapore ranks second in the world in
terms of broadband speed and first in internet speed.
Singapore is home to one of the largest English speaking, skilled and
educated workforce in the world. The country has a world-class education
system that produces remote employees skilled in sectors such as
technology, communication, data research, finance, marketing, and
engineering. It has a high growth rate in comparison to the US which brings
numerous business enthusiasts for remote team expansion. MNCs and SMEs
have identified Singapore as a prime portal to take build remote teams in the
South East Asian markets including India, Malaysia, and China. Companies
such as Google and LinkedIn have established their headquarters in
Singapore to connect with other APAC countries and focus on global team
expansion. Additionally, strict anti-corruption laws, large technological
advancements, favorable immigration systems, High tech connectivity, and a
competitive business market makes Singapore an attractive business
destination for remote team expansion for SMEs, startups, or even MNCs.
India

Thanks to continuous development and growth, India has emerged as one of

the fastest-growing economies in the world. The cultural diversity,
compliant laws, and plethora of business opportunities have taken the
attention of many foreign investors.
Favorable FDI policies in India have made it easy to build remote teams in
India in major industries such as Lifesciences, agriculture, E-commerce,
communication, transport, food processing, healthcare, and many more.
India fulfills over 50% of the global demand for vaccines along with 40% of
the generic demand in the US, and 25% of all medicines in the UK. As per the
Pharma Vision 2020, the Department of Pharmaceuticals of the Indian
government plan to make India a leading hub for end-to-end drug discovery
and research. This provides opportunities for pharmaceutical and research
industries to build remote teams in India.
India has become a powerhouse for high-tech companies in
telecommunications, data analytics, Information Technology, and the
engineering sector. The basic amenities such as the cost of infrastructure,
other logistics, and electricity are cost-effective in India in comparison to
other countries. These cost-effective amenities along with a large consumer
market make India an affordable destination for remote team expansion.
Speaking about talent, India is home to a large skilled talent pool and career-
focused youths that offer experienced specialists and resources to any
business looking to hire internationally and build remote teams. The
employee-friendly business culture and additional benefits such as
provident funds, insurance, medical facilities, public holidays, and so on are
additional advantages that the Indian business culture provides to foreign
companies doing business in India.
Undoubtedly, Indian culture is considered to be a complex destination,
considering the cultural and social differences. But the country offers various
options for building remote teams in India. New business models such as
International PEO and Employer of Record services have made it easy to hire
resources and test the vibrant Indian business market.
Final thoughts
You can build remote teams in any of these countries to enhance your global
business footprint and for increasing your customer base. Each of these
countries offers unique business opportunities, benefits, and challenges.
But still not sure where to begin your business expansion journey? Then
aligning your business expansion objectives with an experienced partner
like International PEO can be a better option for your team expansion.
International PEO, as your local guide, helps you gauge the market,
understand the cultural differences, and acquire the right resources. A PEO
company can help you build your remote teams compliantly in the target
destination and simplify your journey of International expansion.
Remunance – The right partner for your team expansion plans
As an experienced PEO service provider, Remunance can help you expand
your services in India. Our expert team can help you build networks,
establish connections in the Indian marketplace and build remote teams
with the right talent. Remunance effectively navigates the nuances of all the
legalities and compliances, so that you can focus on core business objectives
and competencies. Relying on Remunance’s services as your local partner,
you can expect customized solutions to your HR, accounting, legal and
administrative needs. With our roadmap to India, you can gain a competitive
advantage in the market and develop a strong remote team in India.
To understand how an International PEO can make a difference in your
business expansion plans, you can go through our case studies. Our case
studies showcase the diversity of our clients and the host of services offered
for their business operations in India. Feel free to reach out to us and
understand the range of services we can provide for your business plans.