As of 2024, several European countries offer digital nomad visas to attract remote workers. These digital nomad visas typically allow non-residents to live and work in the country for an extended period while working remotely for companies outside the host country. Here are some of the countries that currently offer digital nomad visas:
Germany: Freelance Visa (Freiberufler)
- Description: Germany offers a visa specifically for freelancers and digital nomads, allowing them to reside in the country while working independently. Applicants must show sufficient income and have clients or a business plan in Germany.
- Income Requirement: Typically €1,200 per month and around €5,000 in a bank account to cover initial expenses​ (Remote Tribe)​​ (Citizen Remote)​.
- Validity: Up to three years, renewable.
- Source: Nomads Embassy and Move to Berlin.
Spain: Digital Nomad Visa
- Description: Spain’s digital nomad visa targets non-EU citizens who work remotely for companies outside Spain or are self-employed with clients predominantly outside Spain. The visa allows remote workers to live in Spain while enjoying a favorable tax regime.
- Income Requirement: €2,334 per month or €28,000 per year​ (SchengenVisaInfo)​​ (KAYAK)​.
- Validity: Initially up to one year, with the possibility to extend to five years and potentially apply for permanent residency.
- Source: Schengen Visa Info and KAYAK.
Iceland Long-Term Visa for Remote Workers
- Description: Iceland offers a long-term visa for remote workers, allowing them to stay in the country for up to six months while working remotely for a non-Icelandic company. The visa aims to attract high-income remote workers to boost the local economy.
- Income Requirement: ISK 1,000,000 (approximately €6,800) per month, ISK 1,300,000 (approximately €8,800) per month if accompanied by dependents​ (Citizen Remote)​.
- Validity: Up to six months.
- Source: Work in Iceland and Move Hub.
Italy: Digital Nomad Visa
- Description: Italy’s digital nomad visa is designed for non-EU remote workers who wish to live in Italy while continuing to work for companies or clients outside Italy. It targets highly skilled workers, including freelancers and remote employees.
- Income Requirement: Specific amounts are not publicly specified, but applicants must show sufficient financial resources to support themselves.
- Validity: Typically one year, renewable.
- Source: Nomads Embassy and Italian Government.
Latvia: Digital Nomad Visa
- Description: Latvia offers a digital nomad visa for remote workers who are employed by companies registered in OECD countries. The visa aims to attract remote workers to contribute to the local economy while enjoying the lifestyle in Latvia.
- Income Requirement: At least 2.5 times the average monthly gross wage in Latvia, approximately €2,857 per month​ (Citizen Remote)​.
- Validity: One year, with the possibility of extension.
- Source: Latvian Investment and Development Agency and Nomads Embassy.
Estonia: Digital Nomad Visa
- Description: Estonia’s digital nomad visa allows remote workers to live in Estonia for up to a year while working for a non-Estonian employer or as a freelancer. It was one of the first of its kind, aimed at fostering a digital economy.
- Income Requirement: €3,504 gross per month
- Validity: Up to one year
- Sources: Nomads Embassy and Estonia’s Official e-Residency Website
Croatia: Digital Nomad Residence Permit
- Description: Croatia offers a digital nomad visa for remote workers wishing to stay for up to a year. This visa is designed to attract foreign remote workers to enjoy Croatia’s lifestyle and contribute to the local economy.
- Income Requirement: €2,300 per month
- Validity: Up to one year
- Sources: Total Croatia News and Croatia Digital Nomad
Portugal: D7 Passive Income Visa
- Description: Portugal’s D7 visa is designed for those with a stable passive income or earnings from remote work. It is popular among retirees and digital nomads who wish to live in Portugal while working remotely.
- Income Requirement: €8,460 annually, plus 50% for a spouse and 30% per dependent child
- Validity: Initially one year, renewable for two-year periods
- Sources: Nomads Embassy and Citizen Remote
Greece: Digital Nomad Visa
- Description: Greece offers a visa for digital nomads allowing them to live and work in Greece for up to a year. This visa is aimed at attracting remote workers to boost the local economy.
- Income Requirement: €3,500 per month (after taxes); additional 20% for a spouse, 15% per child
- Validity: Up to one year, renewable
- Sources: Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Find a Way Abroad
Czech Republic: Zivno Visa
- Description: The Czech Republic’s Zivno visa is aimed at freelancers and self-employed individuals wishing to work in the country. Applicants must obtain a trade license.
- Income Requirement: At least 124,500 CZK (approximately $5,644 USD or €5,061) in a bank account
- Validity: Up to one year, renewable
- Sources: Move to Prague and Nomads Embassy
Hungary: White Card
- Description: Hungary offers the White Card, a digital nomad visa for remote workers wishing to stay in Hungary for up to a year.
- Income Requirement: $2,000 per month
- Validity: Up to one year, renewable
- Sources: Nomads Embassy and Find a Way Abroad
Malta: Nomad Residence Permit
- Description: Malta’s Nomad Residence Permit is designed for digital nomads who want to live in Malta while working remotely. It allows for an initial one-year stay, with the possibility of renewal.
- Income Requirement: €3,500 per month
- Validity: Up to one year, renewable
- Sources: Residency Malta Agency and Nomads Embassy
Romania: Digital Nomad Visa
- Description: Romania’s digital nomad visa allows remote workers to stay for up to a year, providing an attractive option for those looking to explore Eastern Europe while working remotely.
- Income Requirement: Approximately $3,800 per month
- Validity: Up to one year, renewable
- Sources: Romania Insider and Find a Way Abroad
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