International Jobs: Find Work Abroad by Country

Thinking about working overseas? Explore our job portals for 11 countries, with the main hiring cities and work visa route for each.

Short answer: the most popular countries for international job seekers are the USA, Canada, the UK, Ireland and Australia, for their skilled-worker visa routes, and the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia, for tax-free salaries. Pick a country below to browse current openings on its dedicated job portal.

Jobs in North America

Jobs in USA

The world's largest economy, with strong demand in healthcare, technology, engineering, logistics and skilled trades. Most international hires come through employer-sponsored visas such as the H-1B.

Top hiring cities
New York, Los Angeles, Chicago
Main work visa
H-1B and other employer-sponsored visas
Browse jobs in USA on GetUSAJob (opens in a new tab)

Jobs in Canada

A popular destination for skilled workers, with clear immigration pathways. Demand is high in healthcare, trades, technology and transportation.

Top hiring cities
Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary
Main work visa
Express Entry / work permits
Browse jobs in Canada on GetCanadianJob (opens in a new tab)

Jobs in Europe

Jobs in UK

One of the largest job markets in Europe, with strong demand in healthcare, technology, finance and engineering. Most overseas hires come through employer-sponsored Skilled Worker visas.

Top hiring cities
London, Manchester, Birmingham
Main work visa
Skilled Worker visa
Browse jobs in UK on GetUKJobs (opens in a new tab)

Jobs in Scotland

Known for energy, financial services, life sciences and a growing tech scene. Scotland follows UK immigration rules, so the same work visas apply.

Top hiring cities
Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen
Main work visa
UK Skilled Worker visa
Browse jobs in Scotland on GetScottishJobs (opens in a new tab)

Jobs in Middle East

Jobs in Saudi Arabia

Large national development projects are driving demand for engineers, project managers, healthcare staff and IT specialists, with no personal income tax on salaries.

Top hiring cities
Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam
Main work visa
Employer-sponsored work visa
Browse jobs in Saudi Arabia on GetSaudiJobs (opens in a new tab)

Jobs in Asia-Pacific

Jobs in Africa

How to get a job abroad

  1. Pick a country that matches your skills. Healthcare, engineering, IT, construction and hospitality workers are in demand in most of the countries above.
  2. Check the work visa first. Most countries need an employer-sponsored visa or permit. Confirm the rules on the official immigration website for that country.
  3. Adapt your CV to local style. Formats differ: some countries expect a photo and personal details, while others (like the USA, UK, Canada and Australia) don't.
  4. Apply to employers that hire internationally and be clear about your visa status in your application.
  5. Watch for scams. Never pay a recruiter for a guaranteed job or visa.

Prefer to stay local? Browse the latest jobs in Ireland or read career advice on the GetIrishJobs blog.

Frequently asked questions

How can I find a job abroad?
Choose a country, check which work visa you would need, then apply to employers that hire international candidates. Country job portals such as the ones listed here focus on local openings, which makes it easier to find employers that recruit from abroad.
Which countries hire foreign workers?
The USA, Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia and the Gulf countries (UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia) all recruit large numbers of international workers, especially in healthcare, engineering, construction, IT and hospitality.
Which countries have tax-free salaries?
The United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Saudi Arabia do not charge personal income tax on employment income, which is one reason they are popular with expat workers. Always check your home country's tax rules too.
Do I need a work visa to work abroad?
In almost all cases, yes. Most countries require an employer-sponsored work visa or permit, and the right one depends on your nationality, skills and job offer. Always confirm requirements with the destination country's official immigration website.