Which countries in Europe provide a ‘digital nomad’ visa?

As the world of work changes rapidly, digital nomad visas are in high demand, offering a way to experience life in another country while continuing to work remotely. The European countries where you can obtain the certificate and their contents are as follows:

Many countries have introduced digital nomad visas to attract tourists and boost their economies.

Generally, to obtain such a certificate, an applicant must be able to complete work online, have a contract with a company based outside the applicant’s country, and meet a monthly salary level.

In addition, applicants must demonstrate that they have minimal health insurance, have the means of living, and have arranged accommodation.

Please also note that if you are a national of an EEA/Schengen area country, you may not be able to apply for these visas. You already have the right to live and work in these countries.

Germany, Austria, Sweden, and Switzerland do not currently offer a “digital nomad visa,” but there are alternatives.

France and Denmark also offer options for those who want to work remotely.

However, some European countries currently offer these visas.

Albania

Albania’s new independent permit program allows digital nomads to apply for a Type D visa. This visa is valid for one year and can be extended for up to five years.

There are no clear monthly or annual salary requirements, but it has been suggested that a minimum annual salary of €9,024.33 may be approved.

The application process can take up to 12 weeks and visa costs vary depending on your country of origin.

Croatia

Croatia will launch digital nomad residence permits in 2021, and this is becoming a popular option for telecommuters.

This visa is valid for one year and can be extended. However, you will need to leave the country for 6 months to reapply.

A minimum monthly salary of €2,446.69 is required for a successful application.

The cost of this visa varies depending on the country you apply for.

Cyprus

Although there is a cap of 500 Digital Nomad Visas granted annually, Cyprus offers an attractive program.

To obtain a visa, applicants have to show a minimum monthly income of €3,500. The visa is good for one year and can be renewed for an additional two.

The application price is €70, and the alien registration certificate is €70. The total amount required of applicants is €140.

Estonia

Estonia’s digital nomad visa is a pioneer in attracting remote workers and is one of the most popular visas in Europe.

This is due to the country’s excellent online infrastructure and support for telecommuters through its electronic residence card program.

Applicants can also expect a response to their application within one month. This is a much lower wait time than some other countries.

Applicants must be able to pay an application fee of 60 euros and provide proof of a monthly salary of 4,500 euros.

Greece

Greece’s digital nomad visa is valid for 2 years and can be extended for a further 2 years.

The cost is 75 euros and in order to pass the application he must earn at least 3,500 euros per month.

Hungary

Hungary’s ‘white card’ was introduced in 2021 to attract remote workers to the Central European country.

A White Card is valid for one year and can be extended once for an additional year.

Applicants must be able to prove that they have an income equivalent to 3,000 euros per month and that the application fee is 110 euros.

Iceland

Iceland also has a digital nomad visa, but it is slightly different from most other visas.

This country’s long-term remote work visa is only valid for a maximum of 180 days, but you can reapply for 90 days after leaving the Schengen zone.

The application fee is €80.96 and you need to earn at least €6,636.13 per month to be successful.

Italy

Italy’s digital nomad visa is the latest in Europe and is valid from April 4th. The original visa is valid for one year and there are no restrictions on extensions as long as the applicant meets the criteria.

It is important to note that to be successful, applicants must have an annual income of €28,000. A visa must be applied for at the nearest consulate and costs 116 euros.

Malta

Malta’s nomadic residence permit is valid for one year and he can further extend it three times and stay for a maximum of four years.

Applicants must demonstrate an annual income of at least €42,000 and the application fee is €300.

Norway

Norway’s range of digital nomad visas is quite unique.

Firstly, the Digital Nomad Visa is valid for up to two years and you can reapply. Applicants must have an annual income of €35,719 and the application fee is €600.

Next, there is the Svalbard Digital Nomad Visa. The requirements are similar to the regular digital nomad visa, but successful applicants must also reside within Svalbard, within the Arctic Circle.

Surprisingly, the Svalbard visa has no expiry date and is valid for life. However, you will have to pay Norwegian taxes.

Both visas can be applied for through the official Norwegian government website.

Spain

Spain’s digital nomad visa program was only launched last year, but it has already proven to be a success.

The original visa is valid for one year but can be extended for up to five years.

The application fee is €80 and applicants must prove a monthly income of at least €2,646.

Portugal

Portugal’s digital nomad visa program is one of the most well-known programs in Europe.

Two special visas are specifically aimed at digital nomads. Temporary residence visas are valid for three months and can be extended up to four times for a maximum stay of one year.

The application fee for this visa is 75 euros and the applicant’s monthly salary must be 3,280 euros.

A residence visa is valid for 4 months, after which you can reapply for 2 years.

The application fee is €80, but the income limit increases to €3,304.

Resident visas allow family members to accompany you, but temporary visitor visas do not.