While Covid and the subsequent lockdown has created a crisis for many, it has also given many opportunities to at least some. With the help of digital technologies, many people have got the opportunity to do their work from any corner of the world. Some took advantage of this opportunity and went to foreign countries. This digital nomad visa was very useful for such people.
Many countries are trying to bring in long-term residents and strengthen the tourism sector through the digital nomad visa, which has a longer duration than the tourist visa. Many countries are also issuing digital nomad visas to help recover economies that have been devastated by the Covid-19 pandemic. But the laws and norms of each country are different. Costs, fees, application process and visa duration vary from country to country.
Here are some of the countries that offer Digital Nomad Visas.
1. Greece
Greece is one of the countries that attracts many tourists. With a digital nomad visa you can work in Greece for up to one year. You can also apply for an extension of your visa if you are interested. If you want to stay longer than that, you can apply for a Digital Nomad Residence Visa. It is also the cheapest country to live in Europe.
2. Germany
Working in Germany and traveling around the country is a dream for many. It is possible if you have a German Freelance Visa. That’s what the Digital Nomad Visa is known as in Germany. Having a German freelance visa allows you to work on a contract basis with start-ups, businesses and other individuals. It may take up to 4 months to get the visa approved.
3. Iceland
Digital Nomad Visa is known as Iceland Remote Worker Visa in the country. It was introduced in October 2020. This is a temporary residence permit. But with this visa you cannot search for a job in the country. A special visa is required for that. Also, don’t forget that Iceland is a country with a very high cost of living. It is also a country with a very beautiful landscape.
4. Mauritius
If you have ever dreamed of living and working in the dreamland of Mauritius, it is possible with a Mauritius Digital Nomad Visa or a Mauritius Premium Travel Visa. This visa allows you to live and work in Mauritius for one year. After that you can apply for visa renewal. But as soon as you stay in this island nation for six months, you have to pay taxes as per the laws of the country.
5. Indonesia
A person with a digital nomad visa can stay in Indonesia for a maximum of five years. Also, workers from other countries do not have to pay taxes.
6. Norway
A person with a Svalbard Digital Nomad Visa in Norway can live in the country for life. But there are certain criteria to be met to apply for the visa. They must convince the authorities in writing that they have sufficient income to live on for the duration of their stay in the country. Norway is also a country with high cost of living.
7. The Bahamas
Bahamas Digital Nomad Visa is valid for 365 days. But to get a visa you have to prove that you are a digital nomad and can make enough money to live in the country. You can also work in the Bahamas with this visa.
8. Portugal
A D7 Passive Income Visa in Portugal is only available if you can prove that you have sufficient income from a stable source. This visa will be valid for one year. After that the visa can be renewed for another two years.
9. The Czech Republic
Freelance work can be done in the Czech Republic for one year if you have a Freelance Visa or Zivno Visa. It can be renewed for two years thereafter. But he should prove why he came to the country and stay there for at least three months.
10. Spain
People who work for non-Spanish companies, do freelance work, or work in remote locations can get a Digital Nomad visa in Spain. Once you have received your Digital Nomad visa in Spain, you will need to apply for a residence permit within 30 days. The visa will be valid for one year. It is renewable for two years.
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