How to Find Businesses in Any Country Worldwide

Generate B2B databases in 120+ countries, any industry, any city

Key takeaways
  • Finding businesses in any country worldwide is possible with a global data platform: choose industry + city and get verified names, phones, emails and social profiles
  • International B2B trade exceeds $23 trillion annually and grows 12% year over year
  • With MapiLeads you can generate business databases in 120+ countries, filtered by industry, location and size

Why is it hard to find businesses in other countries?

Finding businesses in any country worldwide no longer requires local contacts or trade missions. With the right tools, you can build a business database in Brazil, Germany, Japan or any market that interests you -- right from your desk.

The real challenge is data quality. Local directories are usually outdated, generic business databases don't cover every country, and searching Google Maps one by one is impossible when you need hundreds of contacts. global business directory and international trade data provides access to business registries across multiple countries, though data quality and freshness vary significantly between regions.

The solution is to use lead generation platforms with global coverage. Filter by industry and location, and in seconds you get verified emails, phone numbers, addresses and social profiles from real businesses.

120+
countries covered with verified, up-to-date business data
-- MapiLeads Global Database Coverage, 2026
$23T
annual volume of international B2B trade
71%
of B2B companies plan to expand to new international markets
3.2x
more revenue in companies with global prospecting strategy

What is a global business database?

A global business database is a digital directory with verified contact data from businesses in multiple countries. Not all sources are equal: report on international trade and market access details how entry barriers vary by country and sector, which is key information for prioritizing target markets in your international expansion.

Local directories by country
Each country has its own directories. Fragmented, non-unified and usually outdated.
Efficiency15%
Chambers of commerce
Official data but limited to registered companies. No emails or social profiles.
Efficiency25%
International trade shows
Great networking but costly, limited in time and geographic reach.
Efficiency35%
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Global lead platform like MapiLeads
Filter by industry + country + city and get verified emails, phones and social profiles in 120+ countries instantly.
Efficiency95%
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Without global data

  • Weeks searching for businesses in each country separately
  • Fragmented, incompatible data across sources
  • No idea how many businesses exist in the target area
  • Impossible to filter by rating, size or activity
  • Effective contact rate below 5%

With MapiLeads

  • Database ready in 30 seconds for any country
  • Unified format: email, phone, website, social media
  • GPS map with all businesses geolocated
  • Filters by reviews, location, business type and more
  • Effective contact rate over 40%

How to find businesses in any country in 4 steps

1

Define your target market

Choose the country, region or city where you want to prospect. Be as specific as "restaurants in Berlin" or as broad as "construction firms in Brazil".

2

Select the industry

In the MapiLeads Business Finder, type the business type you're looking for. It works with any industry in any language. This study on market intelligence tools compares the leading tools available for researching foreign markets and finding potential commercial partners.

3

Generate and filter your database

In seconds you'll have a list with business name, phone, verified email, address, website, Google rating and social media profiles. Filter by whatever you need to prioritize.

4

Export and launch your campaign

Download as Excel or CSV. Use the GPS-enabled CRM from MapiLeads to see your leads on a map and plan your prospecting.

Companies with an international prospecting strategy generate up to 3.2 times more revenue than those operating only in their home market. Access to global data is the difference between growth and stagnation.

Key markets covered by MapiLeads

MapiLeads has coverage across all continents. Here are some of the most searched markets:

Region Key Countries Popular Industries
EuropeSpain, Germany, France, Italy, UK, PortugalTech, hospitality, manufacturing, healthcare
Latin AmericaMexico, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, Brazil, PeruRetail, construction, services, finance
North AmericaUnited States, CanadaSaaS, healthcare, legal, real estate
Asia-PacificJapan, South Korea, India, Australia, SingaporeManufacturing, electronics, exports
Middle EastUAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, TurkeyConstruction, oil, luxury, tech
AfricaNigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Morocco, EgyptTelecom, agriculture, fintech
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Does your international prospecting need improvement?

1. Do you have contact data for businesses in your target markets?

Yes, up to date Some, partial No, almost none

2. How much time do you spend searching for businesses in other countries?

Less than 1h/week 1-5 hours/week More than 5h/week

3. Does your data include email, phone and social media?

Yes, complete Only some fields Only name and website

If you selected any red option, you're missing international opportunities. With MapiLeads you can generate complete databases in 120+ countries in seconds, with verified email, phone and social profiles.

The world is your market: you just need the right data to reach it

Checklist: Are you ready to prospect internationally?

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In summary
  • Finding businesses in any country is a matter of tools: with a global lead platform, filter by industry + location and get complete data instantly
  • MapiLeads covers 120+ countries with verified data: email, phone, address, website, social media and GPS location
  • International prospecting multiplies your revenue: companies with a global strategy generate up to 3.2x more than those operating only locally
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Frequently asked questions

Can I find businesses from any industry in any country?
Yes. With platforms like MapiLeads you can search for businesses in any industry across 120+ countries. Simply choose the business type and location, and you get verified contact data in seconds. Try it free.
What contact data do you get from international businesses?
The data includes business name, direct phone number, verified email, physical address, website, Google rating, number of reviews, and social media profiles. Verified email accuracy ranges between 85% and 95% depending on the country and industry.
Can I prospect international markets without local presence?
Absolutely. With global lead generation tools, you can build business databases in any country from your office. MapiLeads covers 120+ countries and lets you filter by industry, location and more, without needing to be physically present in the target market.