Top 50 Companies Hiring Internationally Remote Workers in 2026
Looking for companies that hire remote workers from anywhere in the world? Here's our curated list of 50 top employers offering international remote positions in 2026.

Key takeaways
- We analyzed job postings across 11+ verified sources, employee reviews, and company policies to compile this definitive list.
- GitLab - Fully remote since inception, 1,500+ employees in 64+ countries.
- United Nations (UN) - Multiple agencies hire remote consultants and staff globally.
- Mercy Corps - Hires remote and field staff across 40+ countries.
- Practices what they preach with 3,000+ employees in 100+ countries.
Yes, plenty of employers hire across borders. This list covers companies hiring internationally for remote roles in four groups: tech firms such as GitLab, Automattic and Zapier, international organizations like the UN and World Bank, NGOs such as Mercy Corps and Oxfam, and remote-first startups like Deel and Doist. You will also see how they pay and how to stand out when you apply.
How We Selected These Companies
Technology Companies
International Organizations
NGOs and Non-Profits
Fast-Growing Remote-First Startups
How to Get Hired by These Companies
Sources
- The GitLab Handbook: GitLab's public remote work and culture documentation
- Automattic: Work With Us: official careers page of the distributed company behind WordPress.com
- United Nations Careers: official portal for UN staff and consultant vacancies
- World Bank Careers: official job listings for the World Bank Group
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these companies pay the same salary regardless of location?
Policies vary. Companies like Buffer and Basecamp offer location-independent salaries. Others like GitLab use location-based adjustments. Research each company's compensation philosophy before applying.
Can I work for a US company while living abroad?
Yes, many US companies hire internationally through Employer of Record (EOR) services. However, some positions may be restricted to specific countries due to legal or tax requirements.
What benefits do international remote workers typically receive?
Benefits typically include health insurance stipends, home office allowances ($500-$2,000), professional development budgets, flexible PTO, and sometimes equity or stock options.
How are the companies on this list selected?
Each company has active remote positions open to candidates in at least 10 countries, gives remote workers benefits such as health insurance or stipends, and has a track record of managing remote teams well. The list draws on job postings from 11+ verified sources, employee reviews, and company policies.
Which international organizations hire remote workers?
Several do. Multiple UN agencies hire remote consultants and staff, the World Bank Group offers remote and hybrid positions across 170+ member countries, and WHO expanded its remote work options after the pandemic. UNICEF regularly offers remote consultancies in child protection, education, health, and communications.
How can I improve my chances of getting hired by a remote-first company?
Read the company's handbook, blog posts, and employee reviews before you apply. Then tailor your application to show self-management, written communication, and asynchronous collaboration, with specific examples of remote projects you delivered. Connecting with employees on LinkedIn also helps, since many remote companies encourage referrals.
Career Content Editor, Dev Global Jobs
Lutaf Ali is the Career Content Editor at Dev Global Jobs. He has written and edited our guides on jobs, CVs, visas, salaries and careers abroad since the site went live on 18 January 2026, and he runs our official social media. Every fact is checked against official and trusted sources, named in the post, and errors are corrected as soon as readers report them.
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