Bare International
A global customer experience research company with mystery shopping operations spanning over 150 countries and multiple industries.
About Bare International
Bare International is one of the largest mystery shopping companies in the world, with operations in over 150 countries. Headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area, the company provides customer experience research, mystery shopping, and auditing services to global brands across virtually every industry.
The company's global reach makes it an attractive option for mystery shoppers who travel frequently or live outside the United States. Bare International works with hotels, airlines, retail chains, financial institutions, and many other types of businesses. They are a founding member of the MSPA and one of the most recognized names in the industry.
Types of Assignments
- Hotel and resort evaluations worldwide
- Retail and luxury brand shops
- Restaurant and food service evaluations
- Airline and travel industry assessments
- Financial institution visits
- Automotive dealership evaluations
- Healthcare facility assessments
How to Apply
You can register as a mystery shopper on the Bare International website. The registration process involves completing a profile with your personal information, location, languages spoken, and areas of interest. Given their global operations, multilingual shoppers are particularly valued. After registration, you can search for and apply to assignments in your area or in places you plan to travel.
Pay and Reimbursements
Compensation varies widely depending on the type and location of the assignment. Simple retail evaluations may pay $15 to $25, while hotel and travel evaluations can be significantly more valuable when factoring in complimentary stays and meals. International assignments may have different pay scales based on the local market. Payments are typically made monthly.
What to Expect
Bare International assignments follow standard mystery shopping practices — you receive detailed instructions, perform the evaluation as a regular customer, and submit a report through their online portal. The global nature of the company means assignments can vary significantly in scope and complexity. Some may be quick retail visits while others involve multi-day hotel evaluations. The company provides training resources and ongoing support for their evaluator network.