You don’t have to wait until your vacation to go to the ocean. More and more countries are launching digital nomad visas – programs for those who want to work and travel at the same time.
The standard set of documents and requirements includes a completed application form, photographs, a valid foreign passport, medical insurance for the duration of your stay and no criminal record. In addition, you need to confirm the availability of remote work and the necessary funds for living. Most states accept applications online.
They told us which countries welcome digital nomads, and also described in more detail the conditions regarding the minimum income and remote employment. Requirements for applicants are updated periodically, so it is best to check the information on the official website of the specific country program.
Who are digital nomads
Digital nomads include freelancers providing services for various clients, self-employed people, employees, individual entrepreneurs and company owners who can operate from anywhere in the world using a computer and the Internet.
Europe
Albania
There are several long-term D visa options in the country, one of which is the Visa for digital mobile workers for digital nomads. The exact amount of earnings is not indicated. The visa is valid for 90 days for one year. It also gives the holder the right to apply for a residence permit. You can apply online.
Requirements
- A valid employment or service contract with a company outside Albania.
- Housing in Albania (rental agreement, payment for reservation, etc.).
- A document confirming professional qualities that allow you to carry out current work.
- Bank account statement indicating the applicant’s incoming and outgoing funds for the last 12 months.
Program website
Hungary
Residence permit for digital nomads White Card allows you to stay in the country up to a year with the possibility of extension. To do this you need to be employed by a company or have your own business outside of Hungary.
Requirements
- Evidence of employment: certificate from the employer, company registration documents with government agencies, etc.
- Availability of funds for living: monthly income from 2,000 euros* (about 185,000 rubles) for 6 months before entry and throughout the entire period of stay in Hungary.
- Rent agreement, free accommodation, ownership of real estate or reservation with payment for living space.
Program website
Greece
The Digital Nomad Visa program allows you to stay in the country for one year, and you can include your companion or family members in your application. After this period, you can apply for a Digital Nomad Residence Permit and extend your stay for another two years. However, you must not work or engage in any commercial activity in Greece.
Requirements
- Certificate of employment outside Greece: employment contract or service contract.
- Proof of sufficient funds: at least 3,500 euros* (about 322,000 rubles) per month.
- Visa fee 75 euros* (about 6,900 rubles) plus 150 euros* for each family member (about 13,800 rubles).
Program website
Iceland
Nomads can stay in the country of volcanoes, glaciers and hot springs from 90 to 180 days. Official purpose of stay under the Long-term visa for program remote work – remote work from Iceland as an employee of a foreign company or as a self-employed person.
Requirements
- A statement from the employer that you have the right to perform your work remotely from Iceland or have self-employed status in your country of residence.
- Documents confirming foreign income in the amount of 1,000,000 ISK* (about 620,000 rubles) per month.
- Visa fee 12,200 ISK* (about 7,500 rubles).
- Applications are accepted only in paper form (can be sent by mail).
Program website
Spain
Digital Nomad Visa is issued for a yearwith a further possibility of extension up to five years. Partners or family members may also be included in the application. Documents can only be submitted from Spain.
Requirements
- The candidate must have a bachelor’s or master’s degree from a reputable university or have at least three years of work experience in the current field of work.
- Remote work or employment in a foreign company during the last three months before applying for a visa.
- Confirmation of financial solvency: at least 200% of the minimum wage in Spain per month (about 230,000 rubles*).
Program website
Malta
The Nomad Residence Permit program is available to remote workers, freelancers and self-employed people. The visa is issued for one year and can be renewed if the applicant continues to meet the established criteria. Family members can be included in the application.
Requirements
- Rent/purchase agreement for real estate for the entire period of stay.
- Bank account statement indicating the main source of income for the last three months.
- Document confirming self-employment or employment in a foreign company.
Program website
Portugal
The Long Term Digital Nomad Visa is issued to self-employed, freelancers and remote workers in the state for up to a year and allows multiple entries into the country. You can apply online.
Requirements
- Evidence of employment: employment contract, company certificate, service contract, etc.
- Confirmation of monthly income equal to four times the minimum wage in Portugal (over 250,000 rubles*) for the last three months.
- Availability of housing (rent or own).
- Tax residence document.
Program website
Croatia
Temporary stay here is provided to remote workers for a period of up to a year. The permit is obtained by employees or owners of a company registered outside of Croatia. Immediate family members and partners have the right to reunite with the applicant. You can fill out the form and submit documents online.
Requirements
- An application from the employer, an employment contract, a certificate of registration of your company or proof of self-employment.
- Regular income from 2,540 euros per month* (about 233,000 rubles) – a bank statement for the last six months will do.
- Another option to confirm your income is an account with a minimum amount of 30,471 euros* (about 2,797,000 rubles).
- Presence of intended place of stay in Croatia.
Program website
Asia
Kyrgyzstan
The digital nomad receives a work permit up to 12 months with the possibility of extension up to one year. He also has the right to open and use accounts in banks of the Republic. You can submit an application online, after which you must provide documents to the authorized body in the field of labor and employment.
Requirements
- Employment in the field of IT, software design and development, digital art, augmented reality, computer game creation, etc.
- Confirmation of income for services performed for the previous year, copies of the current employment contract, etc.
Program website
Malaysia
DE Rantau Nomad Pass program allows you to stay in the country from three to twelve months with the possibility of extension for a year. The visa is issued to freelancers and contract specialists, as well as remote employees on staff. The applicant has the right to include family members in the application. You can apply here.
Requirements
- Current resume, certificate of higher education.
- Bank statement, income statement for the last three months or recent tax returns.
- Income from 24,000 US dollars* (about 2,016,000 rubles) per year.
- Employment contract, contract for the provision of services and other documents confirming employment, for a period of three months.
Program website
UAE
The Work remotely from Dubai program will allow you to live and work in the state for one year, after which the application can be resubmitted. Family members are also allowed to participate. You can apply online.
Requirements
- For employees: confirmation of employment from an employer with an annual contract, minimum monthly salary of 3,500 US dollars* (about 293,000 rubles).
- For business owners: proof of ownership of the company for one year with an average monthly income of 3,500 US dollars* (about 293,000 rubles).
- Bank statement for the last three months.
- Evidence that work is being done remotely outside the UAE.
- The cost of participation in the program is 611 US dollars* (about 51,000 rubles).
Program website
Thailand
The long-term resident visa for “professionals working from Thailand” is most similar to the digital nomad visa. It is issued for five years with the possibility of extension for the same period and exempts from all taxes on income received abroad. You can apply online.
Requirements
- Income of at least 80,000 US dollars* (about 6,720,000 rubles) per year for the last two years.
- If income is between $40,000 and $80,000, the applicant must have a master’s degree or intellectual property.
- The visa applicant must be employed by a listed firm. Or a private company with total revenue of at least US$150,000,000* three years prior to applying for a visa.
- At least five years of work experience in current employment within the last ten years.
Program website
Africa
Mauritius
The Premium Visa program allows you to stay in the republic with your family from six months to one year with the possibility of extension. In this case, the place of business and source of income must be outside Mauritius. You can apply online for free.
Requirements
- The applicant must not enter the Mauritian labor market.
- Copy of air tickets for the intended period of stay.
- Document on accommodation for the duration of your stay (hotel reservation, rental agreement).
- Bank statements for the last three months, proof of monthly income.
Program website
Seychelles
The Workation Retreat Program will allow freelancers, remote workers and business owners to stay in the country for up to a year. You can apply online.
Requirements
- Employment letter or proof of business ownership indicating the nature of your occupation.
- Regular income or funds in an account sufficient for the duration of your stay (bank statements).
- Ticket reservation or itinerary receipt from the airline.
- Preliminary confirmation of accommodation in the Seychelles.
Program website
America
Antigua and Barbuda
Nomad Digital Residence will allow you to live and work in the state up to two years with your family. You can apply online.
Requirements
- Remote employment with a company outside of Antigua and Barbuda.
- Minimum annual income of 50,000 US dollars* (about 4,204,000 rubles).
- Visa fee: 1,500 US dollars* (about 126,000 rubles) for one person, 2,000 US dollars* (about 168,000 rubles) for a couple, 3,000 US dollars* (about 252,000 rubles) for a family.
Program website
Argentina
The digital nomad visa is for freelancers and those who work for foreign companies outside of Argentina. Issued for 6 months with the possibility of extension. You can submit documents online.
Requirements
- Brief biographical information indicating work experience and education in the field of employment.
- Documents confirming activities (service agreement, employment contracts, etc.).
- Certificates of income or remuneration.
Program website
Barbados
Barbados Welcome Stamp-a visa allows you to work in the country remotely for one year, after which the application can be resubmitted. The visa is available to anyone who meets the requirements and whose work is not location dependent. The whole family can come. You can apply online.
Requirements
- Annual income of at least 50,000 US dollars* (about 4,204,000 rubles) throughout the entire stay in the country.
- Visa fee for one applicant in the amount of 2,000 US dollars* (about 18,000 rubles) or for the whole family 3,000 US dollars* (about 27,000 rubles).
Program website
Bermuda
Work From Bermuda Certificate invites remote workers to spend one year on the islands. You can apply online.
Requirements
- Employment with a company outside of Bermuda or proof of self-employment.
- For minors – certificate of enrollment in undergraduate, graduate or graduate school.
- Sufficient funds in the account and/or a constant source of annual income.
- Visa fee of 275 US dollars* (about 23,000 rubles).
Program website
Brazil
According to the law of this country, a digital nomad is considered an immigrant who carries out his work activities remotely using information and communication technologies and is hired by a foreign employer. The visa is issued for a period of up to a year with the possibility of subsequently obtaining a residence permit.
Requirements
- Confirmation of the remote work format.
- An employment contract or other documents proving the presence of a foreign employer.
- Income from a foreign source for a monthly amount of 1,500 US dollars* (about 126,000 rubles) or availability of bank funds from 18,000 US dollars* (about 1,514,000 rubles).
Program website
Dominica
The Work In Nature Extended Stay Visa provides the opportunity to work in the country remotely up to 18 months. The main applicant may include family members in the application. Application must be submitted online.
Requirements
- Availability of remote employment.
- Minimum income of 50,000 US dollars* (about 4,500,000 rubles) over the next 12 months. Or funds in the account to support yourself and your family during your entire stay in Dominica.
- Fees of $900* (about 76,000 rubles) for a single applicant and $1,300* (about 109,000 rubles) for a family.
Program website
Colombia
Digital nomads, remote workers and individual entrepreneurs with businesses outside the republic can live and work in the country up to two years. You can submit your application online.
Requirements
- Certificates indicating the type of working relationship and the type of remuneration received by the applicant.
- Business owners need proof of company ownership.
- Bank statements for the last three months showing a monthly income equivalent to three minimum wages in Colombia (about 60,000 rubles per month).
Program website
Costa Rica
The digital nomad program will allow you to live and work in the country up to a year with the possibility of extension for another year. Nomads are exempt from income tax and can open an account in the national bank of Costa Rica.
Requirements
- Minimum income of 3,000 US dollars* (253,000 rubles) per month outside Costa Rica or 4,000 US dollars* (336,000 rubles) for applicants with children.
- Bank statements for the last year.
- Fee of 100 US dollars (about 8,400 rubles).
Program website
Uruguay
The Hoja de Identidad Provisoria Nómada Digital program will allow digital nomads to live and work in the country up to 180 days. After the expiration of the period, it is possible to obtain a residence permit. It is better to apply online in Uruguay, as the visa fee is only paid at a local bank within 24 hours of filling out the application. There are no minimum income requirements.
Requirements
- Confirmation of remote work.
Program website
Ecuador
Digital Nomad Visa will allow you to legally reside in Ecuador for two years with the possibility of extension. You can apply online.
Requirements
- Minimum monthly income of three basic salaries in Ecuador (about 107,000 rubles) three months before submitting the application. Or 36 basic salaries per year (about 1,287,000 rubles).
- Having remote work or providing services to a company or person abroad.
- Documents proving ownership of a company registered outside of Ecuador.
Program website
*Prices are current at the time of publication.
