Anyone got insight on which offices are open to hiring internationals from abroad?

I’m from an African country that has no MBB or Big 4 consulting presence. Went to a target school in ZA, but like many other African countries they weren’t open to internationals.

I’ve got 1.5 years experience (1 promo) and my contract is running out, so figured I’d try for an entry level consulting role. Hoping to go for an MBA after 2 years so not picky on location, MBB, B4, T2. Fluent in EN and PT.

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I spoke to a McKinsey recruiter and they mentioned no African country was open to internationals last year, though that might’ve been due to covid (South Africa, Angola, Nigeria, Kenya, Morocco were all off the table). BCG and Bain told me I couldn’t apply anywhere if I didn’t have the right to work there.

I’m wondering if South East Asia could be an option (Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia) though I’m worried about a language requirement.

Also wondering if my profile would be looked at at all for an entry level role, I don’t think I’d be competitive as an experienced hire.

Here’s my advise as someone that has tried applying for roles from an African country before… Focus on getting experience and apply for MBA.

It’s not impossible to get a role in Dubai or Europe but it will be tough without an advanced degree unless you’re a software engineer or product designer.

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