Latin America Country Guides
Latin America’s major markets each offer distinct talent pools, competitive cost structures, and evolving legal frameworks. Our Country Guides give you detailed salary benchmarks, in-country vs. remote hiring best practices, and must-have compliance checklists for every market – from software hubs to support centers. Dive into each guide to understand local labor laws, benefits obligations, and top cities for your function, so you can hire the right professionals faster, budget with confidence, and stay fully compliant.
COLOMBIA
- Software engineer pay: $30–50 K USD/yr (Bogotá & Medellín)
- Major hubs: Bogotá, Medellín, Cali
- Remote-friendly roles with strong English proficiency
- Employer social security ~8.5% + 8% severance
ARGENTINA
- Developer salaries: $25–40 K USD/yr (Buenos Aires)
- Reliable internet in Córdoba & Rosario for remote work
- Profit-sharing ~17% + social security ~17%
- Flexible EOR vs. entity setup comparison
BRAZIL
- Senior engineer rates: $35–60 K USD/yr (São Paulo & Rio)
- Key hubs: São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte
- Employer FGTS ~8% + vacation bonus ~8%
- Portuguese-language screening best practices
COSTA RICA
- Bilingual support pay: $18–30 K USD/yr (San José)
- Free-trade zone corporate tax: 1–3%
- Mandatory 12 days annual leave + 13th-month pay
- Strong English proficiency and cultural alignment
MÉXICO
- Front-end dev salaries: $28–45 K USD/yr (Mexico City & Guadalajara)
- Aguinaldo (annual bonus) ~25% + IMSS contributions
- Payroll vs. DIY entity setup options
- Major hubs: Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey
CHILE
- Data-science talent pay: $32–55 K USD/yr (Santiago)
- AFP social security ~16% + risk insurance ~2.5%
- Primary tech clusters in Providencia & Las Condes
- Remote-friendly infrastructure and timezone alignment
Peru
- Software salaries: $20–45 K USD/yr (Lima)
- Strong university pipelines: PUCP & Universidad de Lima
- Mandatory profit-sharing + 30 days paid leave
- Emerging tech meetups and developer networks
URUGUAY
- DevOps & cloud engineer rates: $30–50 K USD/yr (Montevideo)
- Social security ~12% + accident insurance ~6.15%
- Free-zone entity setup in days, not weeks
- High digital literacy and stable infrastructure
ECUADOR
- Customer service agent pay: $15–25 K USD/yr (Quito & Guayaquil)
- Call-center vs. in-house support models
- Compliance: employer IESS ~12.5% + transportation aid
- Growing tech communities in major cities
EL SALVADOR
- Finance & accounting salaries: $18–35 K USD/yr (San Salvador)
- Data-protection & security best practices for BPO
- Labor regs: 15 days paid vacation + 13th-month salary
- Bilingual hiring advantages in urban centers
NICARAGUA
- Marketing specialist rates: $15–28 K USD/yr (Managua)
- English-proficiency hotspots: Managua & León graduates
- Entity setup steps: municipal licensing & ~8% tax
- Cost-competitive talent with startup experience
HONDURAS
- Marketing specialist rates: $15–28 K USD/yr (Managua)
- English-proficiency hotspots: Managua & León graduates
- Entity setup steps: municipal licensing & ~8% tax
- Cost-competitive talent with startup experience
Why Hire in Latin America?
Cost Savings
Labor costs in Latin American countries are significantly lower compared to the US, allowing companies to reduce their operational expenses without compromising on the quality of work.
Skilled Talent Pool
Latin America has a large and growing pool of highly educated, skilled, and bilingual professionals across various industries, particularly in IT, software development, and customer service.
Time Zone Alignment
Many Latin American countries share similar time zones with the US, enabling more efficient collaboration, communication, and real-time problem-solving between teams
Cultural Compatibility
Latin American countries share many cultural similarities with the US, which can lead to better understanding, communication, and teamwork between nearshore and in-house teams.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can hire for a wide range of remote roles in Latin America, including software developers, engineers, designers, marketers, customer service representatives, project managers, and many other specialized positions. We work with you to understand your specific needs and identify the right talent for your company.
We offer a 90-day guarantee for our remote talent placements. If, for any reason, you are not satisfied with the candidate’s performance within the first 90 days, we will find a replacement at no additional cost.
No. The candidates are not US-based, hence do not require any visa sponsorship or extended paperwork.
We have a rigorous screening process that includes skills assessments, in-depth interviews, and reference checks. We also prioritize cultural fit and communication skills to ensure seamless integration with your team.
You can typically save 30% to 70% on labor costs by hiring remote talent from Latin America compared to U.S.-based professionals with similar skills and experience.
We prioritize candidates with strong English language skills and cultural awareness. We also provide cultural training and support to both clients and candidates to facilitate smooth communication and collaboration.
We provide comprehensive onboarding support, including cultural orientation, team introductions, and technical setup. We also help establish clear communication channels and expectations to ensure a smooth transition for your new team members.
Nearshoring offers several advantages over offshoring, including closer proximity, time zone alignment, cultural similarities, and ease of travel for on-site collaboration when needed.