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What “international hiring” usually means
Most employers mean one of four paths:
1. Sponsor and relocate a worker into your country (e.g. UK Skilled Worker, US H-1B / other petitions, Canada TFWP / LMIA-linked work, Australia sponsored visas). 2. Hire remotely in the candidate’s country (your entity, or an Employer of Record). 3. Use an agency to source internationally while you remain the employing sponsor or host entity. 4. Hybrid — remote first, then sponsorship when you need the person onshore.
Your first job is to pick the path that matches the role, destination, timeline, and compliance capacity — not to copy a competitor’s policy.
Start with one question
Use the International Hiring Hub: I need a [role] in [country]. What do I do next? It routes you through licence/sponsorship need, costs, partners, and posting on GSH.
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Where employers commonly hire (high level)
GSH covers corridors worldwide. Use this as a planning map — then verify the current route on official sites.
Illustrative destination map — not a full legal summary
| Destination | Common employer path | GSH starting point |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Sponsor licence + Skilled Worker / related routes | UK Sponsor Licence Centre |
| United States | Employer petitions (e.g. H-1B and other work categories) | Visa sponsorship by country |
| Canada | Job offer + often LMIA / TFWP or other programmes | Country guides + Hiring Hub |
| Australia / NZ | Accredited / sponsored employer pathways | Country guides + Hiring Hub |
| EU / EEA hubs | National work permits, EU Blue Card, shortage lists | Compare countries + partners |
| UAE / Singapore / Gulf | Employment passes / work authorisation tied to employer | Country hubs + partners |
| Remote worldwide | Local entity or EOR — usually no destination sponsor licence | EOR vs sponsorship |
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How to use this centre
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Getting Started: Confirm whether international hiring fits your business and what model to use.
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Pick the destination model: Sponsorship onshore, remote/EOR, or hybrid — see International Hiring guides.
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Tools + partners: Estimate costs, then publish or connect roles on GSH and bring specialists in when needed.
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What Global Sponsor Hub is for
GSH is a marketplace for sponsorship- and relocation-aware hiring worldwide. Employers post or connect roles, candidates filter for visa and mobility signals, and partners support the move.
You can create an employer account, connect an ATS or careers page, or claim your company profile if you already appear on the board.
For corridor research, also use visa sponsorship by country and compare countries.
Next step
Put this into action on Global Sponsor Hub
Start free with a company profile, connect roles you already advertise, or review Growth / Scale when you want on-platform applications and hiring tools.
Need immigration or relocation support? Browse mobility partners or list your firm.
Quick model chooser
| If you need… | Start with… | Then… |
|---|---|---|
| Someone working in the UK on a sponsored route | UK Sponsor Licence Centre | Cost calculator → Hiring Hub → partners |
| Someone working in another country onshore | Hiring Hub + destination guides | Local counsel / immigration partners |
| Someone staying in their home country | EOR vs sponsorship | Employment cost tool + payroll/EOR partners |
| A repeat global hiring programme | Corporate mobility playbook | Claim/connect on GSH + partner bench |
What's next
Related guides and links
More on this site: related guides, official government pages to double-check rules and fees, and quick links to jobs and partners.
Guides that pair well with this page
- Why hire international talent?Employer Success Centre guidance for sponsorship and international hiring.Open guide
- Is international recruitment right for my business?Employer Success Centre guidance for sponsorship and international hiring.Open guide
- International Hiring HubRole × country workflow: licence need, costs, partners, and next actions.Open guide
- What is a UK sponsor licence?Employer Success Centre guidance for sponsorship and international hiring.Open guide
Official sources
Always verify with official sources
Visa rules and salary thresholds change. Confirm current requirements directly on government immigration portals before making any decisions.
| Source | Why open it |
|---|---|
| UK — sponsor a worker | Official government or regulator page—verify eligibility, fees, and forms there. |
| USCIS — working in the United States | Official government or regulator page—verify eligibility, fees, and forms there. |
| IRCC — Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada | Official government or regulator page—verify eligibility, fees, and forms there. |
| Australia — Department of Home Affairs | Official government or regulator page—verify eligibility, fees, and forms there. |
Official government or regulator page—verify eligibility, fees, and forms there.
Keep exploring
Everything in one place
Employer jobs stay on the hub. External roles open elsewhere but say so. Partners list in the directory. Guides sit next to search.
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Explore employer toolsCommon questions
Is Global Sponsor Hub only for UK employers?+
No. GSH is built for international hiring across multiple destinations. The UK Sponsor Licence Centre is a deep regional resource because UK employer sponsorship has high search demand and heavy compliance detail. Getting Started, the Hiring Hub, EOR vs sponsorship, and partner tools apply globally.
Do I need a lawyer before I start?+
Not always for early research. You should involve regulated immigration advice before you apply for a licence or petition, assign sponsored certificates, or rely on a specific visa outcome.