Expand your business overseas

If you’re considering expanding your business internationally, it can be hard to know where to start. We’re here to help you do business across borders - whether it’s setting up shop in San Francisco or paying your suppliers in Singapore.

So we’ve created a content hub dedicated to helping you get your international business off the ground. Click the links for in-depth guides on everything you need to know. Let’s take your business to new places!

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Getting started

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Before you start, it helps to understand the benefits as well as the challenges you might encounter along the way.

When you’re starting out, thorough research and a comprehensive market entry strategy will definitely be on your to-do list. Making sure that this maps onto a successful international strategy will be key, as will understanding your competitors and how to differentiate yourself in the market.

You may also need to consider the right business structure and the possibility of raising money from investors or crowdfunding. Exploring business partnerships can also be a strategic place to start. Then check out our ultimate checklist for international expansion.

You’ll also need to make sure you have the right tools to support your plans, including an international business account. Wise’s multi-currency account allows you to pay, get paid and manage your money in 40+ currencies and hold local account details in 9+ currencies. And as your team grows, ordering multi-currency expenses cards, managing user approvals and connecting to your favourite accounting softwares and getting business is easy.

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GOING GLOBAL

Expanding your business abroad isn’t just hiring new team members or working with international clients. It can look like setting up an online presence to sell your products to customers overseas, importing from another country or simply paying vendors’ invoices in their local currency. Wherever you’re planning to take your business, we’ve got the guides to get you started.

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Starting a business in a different country is an exciting challenge - but one that often comes with unexpected hurdles and paperwork. Our in-depth guides will help you understand the requirements in different countries, as well as the support available for small businesses and startups.

Not sure where in the world to start? Delve into our article on the Top 5 easiest countries for UK Businesses to Expand to.


US	Singapore	Australia	New Zealand
Canada	Germany	Netherlands	Ireland
Czech Republic	Denmark	Northern Ireland	Dubai

Manage cashflow in multiple currencies

Getting to grips with your finances is essential for successful business expansion - but it can be complex, especially if you need to pay and get paid in multiple currencies.

But beyond the right international business account for you, you’ll also need to consider which is the best international accounting software to help you manage cash flow in multiple currencies.

The cost of operating in multiple currencies can fluctuate so be sure to check out our basic guide to foreign exchange risk.

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