New York City is the international business capital of the United States, with more foreign-based companies than any other city in the nation. 

We are home to the world’s largest international community, including the United Nations,  192 Permanent Missions , 111 Consulates and over 2,800 international businesses.  

New York City is best known as a global center for finance, fashion, high-tech, media, and real estate, but we’re globally competitive in the areas of bio-tech, hospitality and professional services, as well as logistics and manufacturing.

Maybe you didn’t know it, but New York City is home to over 200,000 small businesses, so no matter your company’s size, we can help you set up here.

International Appeal

New York City serves as a base for international business because it provides companies with everything they need to succeed in a global economy, whether it’s employees, business partners, support services, or professional associations.

More Fortune 500 financial services companies are headquartered in New York City than in any other U.S. city, and 14 of the world’s 25 largest financial services firms have their global or U.S. headquarters in New York City.  The City is home to 6 major stock, commodities and futures exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange, the world’s largest exchange marketplace for equities.  It’s no surprise that one out of ten private sector jobs in the city is with a foreign company.

With almost 40% of our population foreign born and 170 languages spoken, it’s easy to find someone who speaks your language and shares your customs.

New York City is home to more than 113 of the world’s finest universities and colleges, and our highly educated workforce includes 18,000 science-based graduates per year, providing a wide pool of qualified employees.

Location, Location, Location

With access to three major airports, a seaport, and a highway network, it is convenient to ship goods in and out of the City and serve your clients wherever they are – East Coast, West Coast, Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, and Europe.

The City is served by several regional public transportation links, such as the LIRR, PATH, and MetroNorth.  And with our extensive subway and bus routes, it’s easy to get around the City on public transportation.

New York City Is Ever Growing

New York is a city that’s actively planning its future.  We’ve taken a long, hard look at how we can grow in a sustainable manner while still retaining the dynamism that is our hallmark.  To find out more about the initiatives underway, take a look at PlaNYC, to see where we’re going over the next 30 years.

The Division for International Business is part of the government of the City of New York.  The Division for International Business does not endorse, and is not affiliated with, any specific company or product.  Please consult an independent professional for individualized advice on legal, tax, or accounting matters.