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International debt collection agencies compared (2026)

13 providers that collect unpaid invoices abroad, grouped by type, with the same facts for each: how it works, published fee, coverage, minimum claim and how to start.

Last checked 17 October 2026Written by Debitura, one of the optionsNo ranking, no paid placements
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Offenlegung

Debitura is one of the options listed. We wrote this page. Facts about other companies come from their own websites, checked 17 October 2026, with a numbered source for each.

There is no ranking and no overall winner. "A good fit if" names a situation, not a score.

How we chose and compared

We included providers that collect business debts across borders and that buyers and AI assistants name for international collection: collection groups, credit insurers' collection arms, international agencies, law-firm collectors and platforms.

Every entry has the same fields. Providers are listed by type, then alphabetically. Debitura is listed first in its group because we wrote this page.

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What each company states on its own website, checked 17 October 2026. Debitura listed first because we wrote this page; others grouped by type, then alphabetically.
ProviderCoverage as statedPublished feeMinimum claimGetting startedB2B or B2C
Debitura (us), a collection platform
Debitura (us)180 countriesFrom 6% in Europe, 7.5% elsewhereSet per market, e.g. $100 in GermanySelf-service sign-upB2B and B2C
Large collection groups
EOSAbout 180 countries; own offices in 20+[1][2]Quote onlyNot stated on its siteVia your local EOS company[1][2]B2B and B2C[2][3]
IntrumOwn offices in 20; partners 160 to 180 more[4][5]Quote only[6]Not stated on its siteContact form or sales team[7][6]B2B and B2C[8][6]
Credit insurers' collection arms
Atradius Collections40+ to 50+ countries, 96% of globe[9][10]Quote only[11]None set; under €250 not cost effective[11]Online quote, then upload[12][13]B2B only[14][15]
International agencies
ABC-AmegaOver 200 countries (OFAC limits apply)[16][17]Quote onlyNot stated on its siteContact or submit a claim[16]Business debtors[18]
CMC Worldwide130+ or 150+ countries (varies by page)[19][20]Quote only[21]Not stated on its siteFree consult and quote, then MyCase upload[22]B2B[20]
Hammer WorldwideUS and Europe (DE, FR, NL, PL, UK named)[23][24]Quote only[23]$3,000 domestic, €3,000 international[23][25]Online claim form, reply in 1 business day[23]B2B only[23]
STA International154 countries collected from last year[26][27]15% international, 10% UK[27][28]£500 per single debt[28][29]Online quote form or phone[26][29]B2B, plus consumer and student debt[30]
TCM Group InternationalOver 167 countries[31][32]Quote only[33]Not stated on its siteFree quotation via local office form[34]B2B and B2C[31]
The Kaplan GroupUS and North America; referrals abroad[35][36]10% to 25% US; 30% debtor outside USA[35][36]$10,000 first claim (other pages differ)[35][36]Phone or quote form, written estimate[35][37]Commercial claims only[35]
Law-firm collectors
Bierens30+ European countries, plus others[38]US scale 25% to 12.5% of payment[39][40]No minimum[41]Online claim form or contact form[41][42]B2B[40][38]
CISDRS165 or 167 countries (pages differ)[43][44]Quote only[45]Not stated on its siteForm or email, free evaluation[43][45]B2B only[43]
Collection platforms
Oddcoll75+ to 100+ countries (varies by page)[46][47]9.5% Europe, 19.5% rest of world[48][47]No minimum (pre-legal)[47]Self-service sign-up[48][49]B2B only[50][51]
Type 1

Large collection groups

Own companies in their core markets and partners elsewhere, usually sold to large companies through quotes and service agreements. Best when you have high volumes in the group's home markets and want one service agreement.

EEOS

A good fit if you are a bank or lender with defaulted cross-border loans and want a collector that has handled such receivables for banks for decades.
How it works
Receivables group that buys receivables portfolios and collects for clients, including cross-border collection through its EOS Global Collection service and portal[1][2]. Local collection by EOS-owned companies, other collection agencies and selected legal partners in the debtor's country, while you keep one contact person in your home country[2]. EOS says it audits partner agencies at their premises[52].
Coverage as stated
Collection in 'over 180 countries' or 'approximately 180 countries'[2][53]. Own presence varies by page: 'offices in more than 20 countries'[1], 'over 20 EOS branches'[2], '25 EOS offices'[54], 'active in 24 countries with our own debt collection companies' (2023 article)[52]. The worldwide page lists 25 countries plus Kosovo[55].
Published fee
Quote onlyNot published.
Upfront cost
Not stated on its site.
Minimum claim
Not stated on its site.
B2B or B2C
Businesses and consumers: it contacts non-paying customers, 'both B2B and B2C'[3]; its cross-border teams handle 'commercial and consumer debts'[2].
Getting started
Through your local EOS company, which gives you login data for the EOS Global Collection portal[1][2]. Self-service sign-up: not stated on its site.

Strengths

  • Part of the Otto Group. EOS employs more than 6,000 people, is part of the Otto Group and states over 50 years of experience[1].
  • Own companies plus audited partners. EOS runs its own collection companies in 24 to 25 countries and audits partner agencies on site[54][52]. Its portal sets minimum standards, such as a first letter within 1 working day and a first phone call within 10 working days[2].
  • Debt purchase. EOS buys secured and unsecured receivables portfolios[3]. In 2024/25 the group invested EUR 826.6 million in receivables and real estate[56].

Things to check

  • Not stated on its site: upfront cost and subscriptions, minimum claim, exclusivity per case.
EOS websiteDebitura vs EOS

IIntrum

A good fit if you want to sell overdue receivables, as a one-off portfolio or through forward flow, instead of placing them for collection.
How it works
Credit management group offering debt collection, debt purchase, invoice and payment services and credit optimisation[57][8]. Its international collection service recovers overdue invoices from customers abroad[4]. Intrum's own offices in 20 countries, plus a global partner network elsewhere[4]. Legal proceedings abroad go through local legal partner networks[58]. The partners are not named on its site.
Coverage as stated
Pages give different figures: offices in 20 countries plus a partner network 'covering additional 160 markets'[4][5]; a partner network 'covering 180 markets'[4]; services 'in 180 Ländern' (Intrum Germany)[6]; 'over 160 countries'[59].
Published fee
Quote onlyNot published. Intrum Germany says its fee depends on the claim's age, value, location and profile (business or consumer)[6].
Upfront cost
Intrum Germany charges a fee only once the claim is collected[6]. Set-up, membership or subscription costs: not stated on its site.
Minimum claim
Not stated on its site.
B2B or B2C
Businesses and consumers. Intrum Germany sets its fee partly by claim profile, 'Business oder Verbraucher' (business or consumer)[6]; its debt purchase covers 'high-volume consumer transactions or complex B2B contracts'[8].
Getting started
Sales led: contact form or local sales team, then a quote[7][6]. Self-service sign-up: not stated on its site.

Strengths

  • Own offices in 20 countries. Intrum states it has offices in 20 European countries and serves around 70,000 businesses[57][60]. It was founded in 1923, has its registered office in Stockholm and is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm[5][61][62].
  • One hub for multinational collection. Its Multinational Collections Hub offers a single global agreement, multi-level SLAs, one reporting system and one IT integration for all hub markets[63].
  • Debt purchase alongside collection. Intrum buys receivables at a percentage of face value, as one-off sales or forward-flow deals, from consumer and B2B portfolios[8].

Things to check

  • Not stated on its site: minimum claim, exclusivity per case.
Intrum websiteDebitura vs Intrum
Type 2

Credit insurers' collection arms

Collection next to credit insurance, often included for policyholders and priced by quote for others. Best when you already hold a credit insurance policy with that insurer.

AAtradius Collections

A good fit if you already hold an Atradius credit insurance policy, where collections are included at no additional cost.
How it works
The collections business of the Atradius credit insurance group. It offers amicable and legal collections, insolvency claims, demand letters and accounts receivable services, for "business-to-business debt" only.[10][64][14] Its own local collectors and offices contact the debtor "in their own language". For court action "we work with vetted legal partners in the debtor's jurisdiction"; the legal page also mentions "our team of in-house Lawyers and Partners". In Germany it lists an office in Cologne.[14][65]
Coverage as stated
Pages give different figures: "40+ countries" (homepage) and "96 % Coverage of the globe" (about page), "offices in over 50 countries" and a network that "covers 96% of the world" (credit collection services page), "more than 30 countries" (online process page).[9][10][14][66]
Published fee
Quote onlyNot published. "The rate depends on the debt amount and your customer's country." Invoices 180 days or more overdue get an extra 2% commission.[11]
Upfront cost
A set-up fee to open each case; "The amount varies by your customer's country" and is not published. The process page says you receive an invoice for the "introduction fee".[11][66]
Minimum claim
No fixed minimum stated. Its FAQ says cases "lower than €250 are not cost effective" and debts older than 36 months are also not cost effective.[11]
B2B or B2C
B2B only: "We only collect business-to-business debt - we do not collect business-to-consumer debt." Both you and your debtor must be business entities.[14][15]
Getting started
Online quote first ("Get a free quote in 1 minute"), then upload the invoice and create an account; or book a consultation for multiple or ongoing cases.[12][13][14]

Strengths

  • Included for policyholders. For Atradius credit insurance customers, collections are "a feature of all our Credit Insurance policies and will not incur any additional cost"[15].
  • Own offices in many countries. Atradius Collections lists its own offices across Europe, Asia Pacific and the Americas, including Cologne in Germany, and contacts debtors in their own language[14].
  • Fee shown before you submit. Its online quote shows the collection fee before you submit a case, and you decide whether to proceed[11].
Atradius Collections websiteDebitura vs Atradius Collections
Type 3

International agencies

Own collectors in a few hubs, working debtors abroad in their language, with partners or lawyers where needed. Best when you want one agency to work debtors abroad in their language.

AABC-Amega

A good fit if you are a US multinational with customers around the world and want one US agency to work all foreign accounts in-house.
How it works
US commercial (B2B) collection agency in Buffalo, New York, offering third-party collection, first-party receivables management and credit group services; part of Cadex Solutions Corporation[16][18]. Its in-house team collects first, with multilingual staff; a worldwide network of agency and attorney partners is used for legal intervention or when absolutely necessary[16][17][67].
Coverage as stated
'in over 200 countries'[16]; services 'globally, only restricted by' US OFAC trade sanctions and local laws of select foreign jurisdictions[17]. International experience is stated as 'Since 1960', '60 Years' and 'over 40 years' on the same page[17].
Published fee
Quote onlyNot published on its site.
Upfront cost
Not stated on its site.
Minimum claim
Not stated on its site.
B2B or B2C
Business debtors: services for 'business-to-business clients around the world'[18].
Getting started
'Contact us to get started' by phone or a 'Submit a Claim' page[16].

Strengths

  • In-house international team. ABC-Amega works accounts with its own trained staff, with multilingual capabilities and time zone coverage, and only outsources to partners when necessary[17][67].
  • Licensed and certified in the US. It lists state collection agency licenses under NMLS ID 1152849 and is a certified member of the Commercial Collection Agencies of America[68].
  • Long export track record. It has collected abroad since 1960 and received the US President's 'E' and 'E Star' awards for export service and foreign marketing[17][18].

Things to check

  • Not stated on its site: pricing model, upfront cost and subscriptions, minimum claim, contract, exclusivity per case.
ABC-Amega website

CCMC Worldwide

A good fit if you want one provider to follow up invoices under your own brand before they are overdue and then move them to collection without switching provider.
How it works
Dutch collection agency for international B2B debt collection and accounts receivable management, using in-house collectors[19][69]. It states a '95% out-of-court success rate'[19]. CMC's own in-house collectors contact debtors in their own language[70]. Lawyers, bailiffs or other third parties are brought in only after your written approval[71]. A standing network of local law firms: not stated on its site.
Coverage as stated
Pages differ: 'In-house native speakers covering 130+ countries'[19][70]; 'operating in 150+ countries'[20]; debtors 'in all parts of the world, no exceptions'[72]. Languages: 'all European languages' in house[72], 'over 15 different languages'[22]. Offices in Zwolle (HQ), London and Portugal, plus a US company 'in formation'[73].
Published fee
Quote onlyNot published. You receive your commission percentage in writing after a free case assessment[21].
Upfront cost
None stated: 'no retainer, no set-up fee, and no charge for opening a file'[21].
Minimum claim
Not stated on its site. CMC says its model works for 'a single overdue invoice' as well as portfolios[21].
B2B or B2C
Businesses (B2B): its case form asks you to confirm the debt 'is owed by a company, not a private individual'[20].
Getting started
Free consultation and an obligation-free quote, then you upload the case to the MyCase portal[22]. Self-service sign-up without a quote: not stated on its site.

Strengths

  • In-house native speakers. CMC's own collectors contact debtors in their own language, covering 'all European languages' in house and 130+ countries[72][70].
  • Costs charged to the debtor first. CMC first adds collection costs to the debtor's invoice and charges commission only when those cannot be recovered, with no retainer or set-up fee[21].
  • Key terms published. Its terms summary states that legal action starts only with written approval, that funds are paid out monthly or every 14 days, and that Dutch law applies[71].

Things to check

  • Not stated on its site: minimum claim, integrations and API.
CMC Worldwide websiteDebitura vs CMC Worldwide

HHammer Worldwide

A good fit if you are a US freight forwarder or NVOCC owed money by a European importer, agent or consignee.
How it works
US commercial debt recovery service for unpaid B2B invoices, domestic and European, with extra depth in freight and logistics, digital agencies and freelancers. It states it is 'not a law firm'[23][74]. It pursues European debtors itself, in the debtor's language (English, French or German named), using enforcement mechanisms in the debtor's jurisdiction; court proceedings are handled by licensed counsel with the client's written approval[23][74].
Coverage as stated
US debtors and European debtors: 'Germany, France, Netherlands, Poland, UK, and beyond'[23]. Also EU-to-EU claims for European businesses[24]. No country count is stated.
Published fee
Quote onlyNot published. The percentage is 'quoted upfront at intake'; a higher rate applies to cases that need court enforcement[23].
Upfront cost
$0 upfront[23].
Minimum claim
$3,000 domestic and €3,000 international[23]. The freelancer page adds that claims closer to $8,000 and up are the strongest fit[25].
B2B or B2C
Business debtors (B2B) only: 'Unpaid B2B invoices for US businesses'[23].
Getting started
Online claim form with a free review; the claim is answered within one business day[23].

Strengths

  • Freight documentation focus. Hammer Worldwide works with bill of lading, detention and demurrage, and FMC related documentation as a specialty[74].
  • Works in the debtor's language. It sends formal demands and follows up in English, French or German as the case requires[74].
  • Fast first answer. Every claim is reviewed and answered within one business day, at no cost and with no commitment[23].

Things to check

  • Not stated on its site: integrations and API, contract, exclusivity per case, data processing and hosting.
Hammer Worldwide website

SSTA International

A good fit if you are a UK business and want statutory interest and fixed fees under the UK Late Payment Act added to the debtor's invoice.
How it works
UK commercial debt collection agency based in Maidstone that also collects international debts, offers outsourced credit control and tracing, and has a legal arm, STA Legal[30][29][75]. Mostly its own collectors in Maidstone: it says 83% of international recoveries are made from its UK office. Elsewhere it uses European Collectors Association (ECA) members in Europe and appointed agents in the rest of the world; transfer to an overseas agent may be recommended if payment is still outstanding after 60 days[26][27].
Coverage as stated
Figures differ by page: 'Collected from 136 countries in the last year' and '154 different countries in the past year'[26]; '154 countries'[27][29]; ECA membership gives 'reach in 150+ countries'[27]; '80 affiliate offices covering every continent'[26]; '80 agents worldwide'[30].
Published fee
10% for UK debts and 15% for international debts; can be discounted for repeat use or large debts, and a lower rate applies to multiple debts and single debts over £50,000[27][28]. Rates for credit insurance policyholders are on a negotiated tariff[76].
Upfront cost
No upfront costs: 'There's no subscription fee, and no fees for placing your debt with us'[26][29].
Minimum claim
£500 for a single debt; lower values can be placed in bulk[28][29].
B2B or B2C
Business debtors (B2B) for commercial clients; it also collects student and consumer debt from a Glasgow contact centre, mainly for universities and colleges[30].
Getting started
Online quote form or phone; the international page has a 'Get your free quote' form with a £500 minimum[26][29].

Strengths

  • Published flat rates. STA states its commission on the page: 10% for UK debts and 15% for international debts, discounted for repeat use or large debts[27][28].
  • Collects most international debts itself. It says 83% of international recoveries come from its Maidstone office, with foreign national collectors for the UK's main European export markets[26].
  • Regulated and certified. STA is FCA authorised, ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 accredited, and a Credit Services Association member[27][29].

Things to check

  • Not stated on its site: contract, exclusivity per case.
STA International website

TTCM Group International

A good fit if you want a collection agency in your own country as point of contact, which then works with a partner in the debtor's country.
How it works
Global alliance of local debt collection agencies and specialized law firms, with a registered office in Iceland. Clients work through a local TCM office, which passes the claim to the member closest to the debtor[31][33]. A TCM partner based in the debtor's country. Partners join as agents and go through a selection and monitoring process, and are bound by the TCM Group Code of Operations[31][33].
Coverage as stated
'Representation in over 167 countries'[31]; 'Our global network covers over 167 countries'[32]; 'offices in over 167 countries'[33].
Published fee
Quote onlyNot published. Rates are described as 'highly competitive' with commission on recovery; a free quotation is offered[33][77].
Upfront cost
Not stated on its site beyond the no-win no-fee basis for pre-legal costs[77].
Minimum claim
Not stated on its site.
B2B or B2C
Business and consumer debtors: partners handle 'both consumer (B2C) and commercial (B2B) collections'[31].
Getting started
Free quotation through a debt recovery form on the contact page; the nearest office takes the case[34].

Strengths

  • Local partner in the debtor's country. TCM Group passes each claim to the member closest to the debtor, which knows the local law, language and culture[33].
  • Protection for money collected abroad. A self-insurance scheme, implemented in 2018, covers the risk of money collected abroad not being transferred correctly to the creditor's TCM office[31][78].
  • Long history as a network. The group says it was established in 1987 and that its network covers over 167 countries[32].

Things to check

  • Not stated on its site: upfront cost and subscriptions, minimum claim, integrations and API, contract, exclusivity per case.
TCM Group International website

TThe Kaplan Group

A good fit if you are a foreign company owed a large amount by a US business and want a US agency that focuses on that direction.
How it works
US commercial collection agency that specializes in large business-to-business claims, with an in-house law firm and a consulting division[79][80]. Its main international practice is the reverse direction: foreign companies collecting from US debtors[81]. For regular clients with international debts it gives referrals to qualified attorneys in the debtor's local area[36].
Coverage as stated
United States and North America, with collection agency licenses and bonds 'in all 50 states'[36][82]. The rate table includes a 'Debtor Outside USA' rate[35].
Published fee
By amount collected: 10% over $500,000; 15% for $50,000 to $499,999; 20% for $10,000 to $49,999; 25% for $3,000 to $9,999; 30% for a debtor outside the USA[35]. Other pages state 10% to 25%[36][80][82][37].
Upfront cost
No upfront cost: all services are on a contingency basis[36].
Minimum claim
Pages differ: $10,000 for a new client's first claim[35]; for new clients the average claim size must exceed $5,000, and regular clients can place claims from $1,000[36]. Claims of $5,000 to $10,000 at 25% only as a courtesy for existing clients[35].
B2B or B2C
Commercial claims only: businesses or individuals personally liable for a business debt. No rent claims, alternative financing loans or existing judgments[35].
Getting started
Phone call or online quote form; qualified claims get a written estimate, then the client registers and submits the claim online[35][37].

Strengths

  • Full published fee table. The Kaplan Group lists its contingency rate for each claim size band and a separate rate for debtors outside the USA[35].
  • Same rate when the law firm steps in. If the agency effort fails, its in-house law firm makes a second full effort at the same contingency rate, with no upfront cost[35][83].
  • Licensed and bonded across the US. It states it holds collection agency licenses and bonds for commercial collections in all 50 states, and is an IACC member with a BBB A+ rating[80][82].

Things to check

  • Not stated on its site: integrations and API, contract, exclusivity per case, data processing and hosting.
The Kaplan Group website
Type 4

Law-firm collectors

Law firms that specialise in collection, with in-house lawyers who can take a case to court. Best when you expect a court case from day one.

BBierens

A good fit if your claim may need court action or legal advice, and you want one law firm to handle it from the first demand letter to court.
How it works
A Dutch debt collection law firm that handles out-of-court collection, court action and legal advice on B2B claims with its own attorneys and specialists.[38][40] In-house staff: "115+ in-house native specialists" and "in-house attorneys from over 35 different countries". Offices in Veghel, Düsseldorf, Antwerp, Barcelona, Shanghai, New York and Rome (per its history page). It also mentions contacts with international bailiffs and private detectives.[38][41][84][42]
Coverage as stated
"Covering 30+ European countries with offices throughout Europe." Its country list also includes countries outside Europe, and "If your country is not on the list, you can always contact us".[38]
Published fee
US sliding scale on payment collected: 25% up to $2,999; 20% from $3,000 to $24,999; 17.5% from $25,000 to $49,999; 15% from $50,000 to $99,999; 12.5% above $100,000. Plus 5% on each level if the oldest invoice is more than 12 months overdue.[39][40]
Upfront cost
US policy: "If we do not collect anything, then we will not charge you a fee." UK policy: a basic fee of €195.00 excl. VAT applies even when nothing is collected.[40][85]
Minimum claim
"There is no minimum amount for hiring our international debt collection specialists."[41]
B2B or B2C
B2B: "Our law firm has specialised in handling all B2B claims." Its homepage comparison table ticks "Expertise in B2B collections" for Bierens and "Expertise in B2C collections" only for a regular collection agency.[40][38]
Getting started
Online claim upload form or a contact form for a free case evaluation. New clients get web portal login details "within 3 working days". "Submit your case before 16.00pm and we will act today!"[41][42]

Strengths

  • Lawyers from letter to court. Bierens collects with in-house attorneys who are members of the Bar Association and can start court proceedings and represent you, including the Mahnverfahren in Germany[42].
  • Published US fee scale. Its US site publishes a contingency scale in USD, from 25% to 12.5% of the payment collected, for undisputed out-of-court claims[39].
  • Own offices since 1952. Bierens was established in 1952 in Veghel, and its history page lists offices opened in Düsseldorf, Antwerp, Barcelona, Shanghai, New York and Rome[84].
Bierens websiteDebitura vs Bierens

CCISDRS

A good fit if your claim is a cross-border B2B dispute that may need arbitration, restructuring talks or insolvency filings, not only collection.
How it works
Describes itself as a full-service law firm for international B2B debt collection, dispute resolution, debt restructuring and insolvency, working for international creditors only[43][86]. Its own lawyers and local partner lawyers; it says it knows debt recovery attorneys in person in 165 countries. Activities that need a special license in a jurisdiction are carried out by engaged local licensed contractors[43][86].
Coverage as stated
Figures differ by page: attorneys known 'in person in 165 countries'[43]; '167 countries, which are covered by us and our agents'[44].
Published fee
Quote onlyNot published. Its lawyers evaluate the claim and propose a success fee rate, which it says should take no more than one week[45].
Upfront cost
No upfront fees: 'You do not pay prior to the collection'[43][45].
Minimum claim
Not stated on its site.
B2B or B2C
Business debtors (B2B) only: 'exclusively B2B legal and information-consulting services'[43].
Getting started
Send unpaid invoices through a contact form or email; a free evaluation by local lawyers, then a proposed success fee rate[43][45].

Strengths

  • Legal work in one place. CISDRS lists amicable collection, litigation, arbitration, enforcement of judgments and bankruptcy claims as services for B2B creditors[45][86].
  • No upfront fees. It charges a success fee only on amounts recovered and received by the client, not by the hour[43][45].
  • Data access for key clients. Key clients receive statistics on efforts and results through an API, and some have individual client portals[43][44].

Things to check

  • Not stated on its site: minimum claim, exclusivity per case.
CISDRS website
Type 5

Collection platforms

Online platforms that send each case to a local agency or law firm in the debtor's country. Best when you want a local partner in each debtor's country, a fee you can see first and one account.

DDebitura (us)

A good fit if your debtors are spread across many countries and you want to see the fee first and sign one agreement.
How it works
A debt collection platform. Each claim is matched to a licensed local collection agency or law firm in the debtor's country, which collects under local law.
Coverage as stated
180 countries
Published fee
From 6% in Europe and 7.5% elsewhere, depending on claim size and the debtor's country, shown before you submit. Example: 9.5% on a $10,000 claim against a business in Germany.
Upfront cost
$0 upfront. No setup fee or retainer. Managed Services for large volumes is an optional paid subscription from $1,000 a month.
Minimum claim
Set per market and debtor type, shown in the fee calculator. For example $100 for a business debtor in Germany and $500 in the US.
B2B or B2C
Businesses and consumers (B2B and B2C).
Getting started
Self-service. Create a free account and submit a claim online. You see the fee before you submit.

Strengths

  • One Standard Debt Collection Agreement for every country.
  • The fee and the minimum claim are shown before you submit.
  • A licensed local partner on each case, with a case chat on one platform.

Things to check

  • Disputed claims and legal action are quoted separately.
  • The matched partner has a six-month collection period on each case.
  • The minimum claim depends on the market, for example $100 for a business in Germany.
See your feeHow it works

OOddcoll

A good fit if you want one published commission for every European country, 9.5%, whatever the claim size.
How it works
A platform that connects businesses with local debt collection agencies and law firms in the debtor's country. Its terms say: "Oddcoll is not a debt collection agency."[50][87] Local partners: "Our partners in the customer's country handle the collection." Partners must hold a permit to collect debts under their national law. Oddcoll states it tracks results country by country and replaces partners when results drop.[48][50][87][88]
Coverage as stated
Pages give different figures: "over 75 countries" (international page), "In 85 Countries" and "One account, 88 countries" (no win, no fee page), "100+ countries since 2016" (homepage), "Worldwide coverage" (pricing page).[46][47][87][48]
Published fee
9.5% of the recovered amount in Europe, 19.5% in the rest of the world.[48][47]
Upfront cost
No membership fee for the first 30 days. After that: "a monthly fee of 99 Euros or a yearly fee of 799 Euros excluding VAT" to upload new cases. No registration fee or retainer for pre-legal collection.[50][48][47]
Minimum claim
"no minimum" for pre-legal collection.[47]
B2B or B2C
B2B only. The terms bar claims against natural persons and sole traders, and the Germany page says "we do not handle consumer debt".[50][51][87]
Getting started
Self-service: create an account and upload invoices via the platform, API or CSV. No credit card needed for the 30-day free period. A contact form for a consultation is also offered.[48][49]

Strengths

  • Published commission rates. Oddcoll publishes 9.5% of the recovered amount in Europe and 19.5% in the rest of the world, paid only when money is collected[48].
  • Self-service with API and CSV. You open an account and upload invoices via the platform, API or CSV, then message your collector on each case page[49].
  • Stated partner selection. Oddcoll lists its partner criteria, including membership of a bar association or debt collection society, and says it keeps the partners with the highest recovery rates[88].

Things to check

  • Not stated on its site: exclusivity per case.
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Decision guide

Which option fits your situation?

Start from your case, not from a ranking.

Your situationConsider
One overdue invoice to a business abroad, no credit insuranceA collection platform (Debitura, Oddcoll) or an international agency (ABC-Amega, CMC Worldwide, Hammer Worldwide, STA International, TCM Group International and The Kaplan Group). Compare published fees and minimum claims.
You already hold credit insuranceStart with your insurer's collection arm (Atradius Collections); collection is often part of the policy.
You expect a court case from day oneA law-firm collector (Bierens and CISDRS), or a provider that quotes legal action separately before it starts.
High volumes in a few markets, with an enterprise service agreementA large collection group (EOS and Intrum) or a platform with volume rates and an API.
Debtors in many countries, and you want an API or accounting integrationCheck the "API and integrations" facts in each entry. Debitura offers CSV import, accounting integrations, a REST API with webhooks and an MCP server.
Some debtors are consumersCheck the "B2B or B2C" line in each entry: several providers here collect from businesses only.
Worked example

What would a $10,000 claim cost?

One invoice, every published rate. Providers that quote per case are marked.

Check your own claim
$10,000 invoice, business debtor in Germany, under 12 months overdue, recovered in full. Published rates only, checked 17 October 2026. Debitura: pricing calculator.
ProviderWhat it publishes for this claimYou keep
Debitura (us)9.5% x $10,000 = $950, shown before you submit. No membership or upfront cost.$9,050
STA International15% published rate for international debts: 15% x $10,000 = $1,500[27][28] STA quotes in GBP and adds statutory interest and a fixed fee of £40, £70 or £100 under the UK Late Payment of Commercial Debts Act to the debtor's invoice; the site does not say whether these apply to a debtor in Germany[27][28].$8,500 before other fees
The Kaplan Group30% published rate for a debtor outside the USA: 30% x $10,000 = $3,000[35] A new client's first claim must be at least $10,000[35]. The FAQ says international debts are handled for regular clients through referrals to local attorneys; costs on that route are not published[36].$7,000 before other fees
Bierens20% published US rate for payment collected between $3,000 and $24,999 (USD scale, applies to cases in Europe) x $10,000 = $2,000[39][40] No extra age fee under 12 months overdue[40]. The policy says you keep at least 75% and up to 100% of the principal, depending on interest and costs recovered from the debtor[40]. Bierens' UK site uses a different EUR policy with a €195.00 basic fee[85].$8,000 before any interest and costs recovered from the debtor
Oddcoll9.5% published rate for Europe x $10,000 = $950[48] Membership fee after the 30-day free period: 99 Euros a month or 799 Euros a year excluding VAT[50]. Legal costs only if you approve legal action[48].$9,050 before other fees
EOS, Intrum, Atradius Collections, ABC-Amega, CMC Worldwide, Hammer Worldwide, TCM Group International and CISDRSQuote onlyNo published rate for this claim; each quotes per case.[6][11][21][23][33][45]Not published
FAQ

International debt collection agencies: questions

What are the main types of international debt collection agency?

There are five main types: large collection groups, credit insurers' collection arms, international agencies, law-firm collectors and collection platforms. They differ in who collects in the debtor's country and how the fee is set.

Which international debt collection agencies publish their fees?

As of 17 October 2026, of the providers on this page, Debitura, STA International, The Kaplan Group, Bierens and Oddcoll publish their rates on their own websites. The others quote per case.

Wie hoch sind die Kosten für internationales Inkasso?

On a $10,000 invoice to a business in Germany, Debitura's calculator showed 9.5% ($950) on 17 October 2026. Published rates from other providers are in the worked example on this page.

Do I need a lawyer in the debtor's country?

Not for the pre-legal phase. A local agency or law firm can collect under local law first; court action needs a local lawyer and is usually quoted separately.

Is this a ranking?

No. Providers are listed by type, then alphabetically, and "A good fit if" names a situation. Debitura wrote this page and is listed first in its own group.

Ist Debitura ein Inkassounternehmen?

No. Debitura is a debt collection platform. We match your case to a licensed local collection agency or law firm in your debtor's country, which does the collection under local law. We provide the agreement, the platform and the quality checks.

Sources and method

Where these facts come from

How we compare

We read each company's own website and quote what it states, with the page and the date. Where pages disagree, we show every figure. Where we found nothing, we write "Not stated on its site", which is not the same as "no". We have no inside knowledge of other companies' terms.

Debitura's figures

Debitura's fees come from the Debitura pricing calculator, debitura.com/pricing, read on 17 October 2026. Your exact rate is shown before you submit. Other Debitura figures: 180 countries; median 33 days to first payment and median 44 days to close, European cases.

Last checked

17 October 2026, by the Debitura team.

What changed

  • 17 October 2026: page rebuilt. Every fact rechecked on each company's own website. Rows added for minimum claim, legal phase, exclusivity and data.

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