Supported Countries
Elphe connects you with companies from around the world. This guide shows you which countries have companies on our platform and what your working hours would look like when collaborating with teams from each region.
Understanding Your Schedule
When you work with international companies, your working hours will shift to create overlap with their business day. Here’s what you need to know:
Your Flexibility: You can schedule your 8-hour workday anywhere between 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM IST to maximize collaboration with the company’s schedule, while maintaining healthy working hours (no night shifts).
Overlap is Key: Companies on Elphe value real-time collaboration. The regions below represent the best matches for Indian talent, with 4+ hours of daily overlap that allows for productive meetings, real-time problem-solving, and strong team connections.
United Kingdom & Ireland
UK and Irish companies offer excellent collaboration opportunities with 4.5–5.5 hours of overlap. These are English-speaking markets with mature remote work cultures and strong demand for Indian tech talent.
| Country | Overlap Hours | Your Working Hours (IST) | Their Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | |||
| London (GMT) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| London (BST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Ireland | |||
| Dublin (GMT) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Dublin (IST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
Your Schedule: Typically 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM IST or 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM IST, giving you normal mornings and afternoons free.
Australia & New Zealand
Australian and New Zealand companies offer unique opportunities with morning-focused collaboration. You’ll work early Indian mornings while they’re in their afternoon, creating excellent overlap and leaving your afternoons and evenings free.
| Country | Overlap Hours | Your Working Hours (IST) | Their Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | |||
| Sydney/Melbourne (AEST) | 5.5 hours | 7:00 AM - 12:30 PM | 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sydney/Melbourne (AEDT) Daylight Saving |
4.5 hours | 7:00 AM - 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Brisbane (AEST) | 5.5 hours | 7:00 AM - 12:30 PM | 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Perth (AWST) | 7.5 hours | 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM | 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| New Zealand | |||
| Auckland (NZST) | 4.5 hours | 7:00 AM - 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Auckland (NZDT) Daylight Saving |
3.5 hours | 7:00 AM - 10:30 AM | 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM |
Your Schedule: Typically 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM IST, perfect if you’re a morning person. Your evenings are completely free.
Western & Central Europe
Companies across Western and Central Europe—including the Netherlands, Germany, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, and Austria—represent a significant presence on Elphe. This region offers strong 4.5–5.5 hours of overlap and has long-standing relationships with Indian tech professionals.
| Country | Overlap Hours | Your Working Hours (IST) | Their Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Belgium | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Luxembourg | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Germany | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| France | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Switzerland | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Austria | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
Your Schedule: Typically 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM IST or 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM IST, similar to UK hours.
Scandinavia
Scandinavian countries—Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Norway—are known for their excellent work-life balance, progressive workplace cultures, and high English proficiency. These companies offer some of the best remote work experiences with strong overlap.
| Country | Overlap Hours | Your Working Hours (IST) | Their Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweden | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Denmark | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Finland | |||
| Eastern European Time (EET) | 5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Eastern European Time (EEST) Daylight Saving |
6.5 hours | 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Norway | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
Your Schedule: Typically 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM IST to 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM IST, with Finnish companies offering the earliest start times.
Central & Eastern Europe
Poland, Czechia, Romania, Hungary, and Estonia represent a growing hub of tech companies with strong startup ecosystems and digital infrastructure. These countries value remote collaboration and offer competitive opportunities with excellent overlap.
| Country | Overlap Hours | Your Working Hours (IST) | Their Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poland | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Czechia | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Romania | |||
| Eastern European Time (EET) | 5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Eastern European Time (EEST) Daylight Saving |
6.5 hours | 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Hungary | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Estonia | |||
| Eastern European Time (EET) | 5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Eastern European Time (EEST) Daylight Saving |
6.5 hours | 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
Your Schedule: Typically 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM IST to 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM IST.
Southern Europe
Portugal has emerged as a particularly attractive market for remote tech roles with strong English proficiency. Spain, Italy, and Greece also offer opportunities, especially in growing tech hubs like Lisbon, Barcelona, and Athens.
| Country | Overlap Hours | Your Working Hours (IST) | Their Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | |||
| Western European Time (WET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Western European Time (WEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Spain | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Italy | |||
| Central European Time (CET) | 4.5 hours | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CEST) Daylight Saving |
5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Greece | |||
| Eastern European Time (EET) | 5.5 hours | 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Eastern European Time (EEST) Daylight Saving |
6.5 hours | 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
Your Schedule: Typically 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM IST to 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM IST.
North America
US and Canadian companies are present on Elphe, though the time zone difference presents unique challenges. Most opportunities from North America work with asynchronous collaboration models, with occasional meetings scheduled at flexible times for both parties.
| Country | Overlap Hours | Your Working Hours (IST) | Their Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | |||
| Eastern Time (EST) | No overlap | - | - |
| Eastern Time (EDT) Daylight Saving |
0.5 hours | 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Central Time (CST) | No overlap | - | - |
| Central Time (CDT) Daylight Saving |
No overlap | - | - |
| Mountain Time (MST) | No overlap | - | - |
| Mountain Time (MDT) Daylight Saving |
No overlap | - | - |
| Pacific Time (PST) | No overlap | - | - |
| Pacific Time (PDT) Daylight Saving |
No overlap | - | - |
| Canada | |||
| Eastern Time (EST) | No overlap | - | - |
| Eastern Time (EDT) Daylight Saving |
0.5 hours | 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Central Time (CST) | No overlap | - | - |
| Central Time (CDT) Daylight Saving |
No overlap | - | - |
| Mountain Time (MST) | No overlap | - | - |
| Mountain Time (MDT) Daylight Saving |
No overlap | - | - |
| Pacific Time (PST) | No overlap | - | - |
| Pacific Time (PDT) Daylight Saving |
No overlap | - | - |
Your Schedule: With North American companies, expect flexible async work during your normal 9 AM - 6 PM IST, with occasional late evening calls (around 8-10 PM IST) for key meetings.
What This Means for You
- 🌍 Global reach across 26+ countries on Elphe's platform
- ⏰ Flexible schedules that respect your work-life balance—no permanent night shifts
- 🤝 Real-time collaboration with most regions, especially Europe, UK, Australia, and New Zealand
- 💼 Direct relationships with international companies, no middleman
- 📈 Premium compensation that comes with working flexible hours (typically 20-40% higher pay than local roles)
- ⏱️ Know your schedule—understand what your working hours would be before accepting an opportunity
Platform Focus: Elphe focuses on regions where meaningful real-time collaboration is possible. We believe the best remote work experiences happen when teams can genuinely work together, not just hand off tasks across time zones. The countries listed here represent the sweet spot for Indian talent—excellent overlap, strong demand, and sustainable working hours.
When companies from these regions reach out to you, you’ll now know exactly what your working hours would look like. Whether you’re naturally an early bird or prefer afternoon/evening work, understanding the time zone fit helps you make informed decisions about opportunities that align with your lifestyle.