Debt Collectors in 160+ Countries
International debt collection connects your unpaid invoice to a local collector who understands the debtor's language, legal system, and business culture. We coordinate a network of 500+ partners across 160+ countries so you don't have to find, vet, and manage them yourself.
This page provides general information about international debt collection. It is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for jurisdiction-specific guidance.
Where Is Your Debtor?
Quick access to regional collection information
Protocol Index
Compare debt collection workflows across 41+ countries. Each jurisdiction has its own procedure for formal notices, payment orders, and court routes. View our Protocol Index to compare country-specific workflows side-by-side.
View Protocol IndexCountries With Dedicated Pages
In-depth collection guides for key markets
United States
8 state pagesFull coverage across 50 states with specialized expertise in high-volume commercial markets.
View detailsCanada
13 provincesProvincial expertise from Ontario to British Columbia, with bilingual French-English services.
View detailsUnited Arab Emirates
3 city pagesDubai and Abu Dhabi coverage with deep understanding of GCC business culture.
View detailsSaudi Arabia
3 city pagesKSA coverage with strong enforcement expertise and Vision 2030 business context.
View detailsSpain
6 city pagesExpert collection across Spanish regions with knowledge of local commercial courts.
View detailsFrance
4 city pagesParis-based team with expertise in French commercial law and injonction de payer.
View detailsTürkiye
4 city pagesIstanbul presence with understanding of Turkish business practices and legal system.
View detailsAzerbaijan
1 city pagesBaku-based collection with expertise in oil & gas sector, AFEZ free zone, and cross-border trade.
View detailsItaly
6 city pagesExpert collection across Italian regions with knowledge of decreto ingiuntivo and EU enforcement.
View detailsAll Location Pages
Direct links to city and state collection guides
How International Collection Works
Five steps from case intake to resolution—you deal with one point of contact while we coordinate local expertise.
Case Intake
You submit debtor details, invoice copies, and any dispute history. We identify the debtor's jurisdiction.
Partner Matching
We assign a licensed local partner who understands the debtor's language, legal system, and business culture.
Local Outreach
The local partner contacts your debtor directly via phone, email, and formal demand letters in the local language.
Negotiation
They negotiate payment terms, resolve disputes, and work toward amicable settlement before any legal action.
Escalation (If Needed)
If amicable methods fail, we coordinate local legal action through our attorney network in the debtor's country.
International Collection FAQ
One question, one answer—practical guidance for cross-border cases
10 Facts About International Debt Collection
Sourced insights and verification guidance for cross-border cases
Many countries require foreign creditors to use a locally licensed collection agency—you cannot simply pursue debtors directly from abroad.
Source: Varies by countryThe EU Late Payment Directive (2011/7/EU) limits B2B payment terms to 60 days in EU member states, with statutory interest on late payments.
Source: EUR-LexSome jurisdictions like the UAE and Saudi Arabia have specialized commercial courts (DIFC Courts, Saudi Commercial Courts) that handle debt disputes separately from civil courts.
Source: DIFC Courts, Saudi Ministry of JusticeThe New York Convention (1958) enables enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in 170+ signatory countries—often faster than court judgments.
Source: UNCITRALVerify the debtor's legal entity name in their country's commercial registry before collection—trade names often differ from legal entities.
⚠ Verification checklistVerify whether your contract specifies governing law and jurisdiction—this determines which country's courts have authority.
⚠ Verification checklistVerify currency and exchange rate clauses in your contract before stating the amount due internationally.
⚠ Verification checklistVerify the statute of limitations in the debtor's country—it varies widely from 2 years (some EU countries) to 15+ years (parts of the Middle East).
⚠ Verification checklistVerify any import/export documentation requirements before claiming delivery was accepted—customs documents often serve as proof.
⚠ Verification checklistVerify whether the debtor's country requires demand letters in the local language—some jurisdictions won't recognize English-only notices.
⚠ Verification checklistPublic Data Corner
Verified facts from official sources
EU Late Payment Directive (2011/7/EU) limits B2B payment terms to 60 days and entitles creditors to statutory interest on late payments.
EUR-LexThe Hague Convention on Choice of Court Agreements facilitates cross-border judgment recognition among signatory states.
HCCHThe New York Convention (1958) enables enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in 170+ countries.
UNCITRALDIFC Courts in Dubai operate under English common law and handle international commercial disputes.
DIFC CourtsRelated Services
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