Expats are among the most costly employees in your workforce. When relocating a senior executive or a technical specialist abroad, the company may easily spend over $300,000 annually. This includes salary uplifts, relocation costs, housing allowances, schooling for children, tax equalization, and more.
Yet the financial investment is only part of the picture. The risk lies in what happens when these employees feel disengaged.
An expat who doesn’t feel supported or settled can underperform, resign early, or even return home prematurely. That loss is not just financial—it affects team morale, client relationships, and business continuity in the host location.
If you’re investing in expats, you must also invest in their experience.
