BorderPlus Raises $7 Million to Enhance Global Workforce Mobility
BorderPlus, a cross-border workforce mobility platform, has secured ₹60 crore ($7 million) in its first institutional funding round led by Owl Ventures. Notable participants in this round include Flipkart Co-Founder Binny Bansal, CaratLane's former CEO Mithun Sacheti, OYO CEO Ritesh Agarwal, Sparkl Edventure's Aakash Chaudhary, and Apoorva Patni.
Company Overview
Founded in January 2025 by Mayank Kumar, co-founder of upGrad, and Ayush Mathur, a former senior leader at OYO, BorderPlus aims to streamline international career opportunities for skilled Indian workers, initially focusing on healthcare professionals and nurses.
Comprehensive Services
BorderPlus offers end-to-end support, including:
- Finishing school training
- Language learning
- Visa processing
- Employment opportunities
- Cultural integration
- Local qualification recognition
- Financing
- Talent leasing
The company has already commenced training its first batch of nurses, preparing them for global placements through a comprehensive approach that encompasses language training, visa processing, job placements, cultural integration, and financial support.
Future Plans
Initially targeting the healthcare sector in Germany, BorderPlus plans to expand into other areas such as hospitality, retail, teaching, construction/logistics, and trucking, as well as additional geographies in the future.
Our Opinion on the News
BorderPlus's successful funding round underscores the growing demand for streamlined global workforce mobility solutions. By focusing on comprehensive support for skilled professionals, particularly in the healthcare sector, BorderPlus is well-positioned to address the complexities of international employment. This approach not only benefits Indian professionals seeking opportunities abroad but also addresses global talent shortages in critical sectors.