With the recent explosion of remote work, more and more people are looking for ways to pack their laptop, find stable wifi, and start their lives in a new and exciting location. While many countries offer digital nomad visas, some come with high entry requirements and can be cost-prohibitive (*cough* Iceland and it’s $7000 minimum, *cough*). According to ZipRecruiter, the average work-from-home job salary is $3,173/month and fortunately, there are still visas that will fit that budget.
Here are 6 digital nomad visas with low minimum entry requirements!
How To Prepare:
Are you ready to apply for a digital nomad visa? Requirements vary from country to country, but it’ll speed your process along to have these documents accessible and at hand:
- Proof of employment/monthly income
- Proof of health insurance
- Proof of financial means
- Proof of accommodation
Colombia | Monthly Income ~$650
Colombia’s digital nomad visa allows foreigners to work remotely in the country for up to two years.
Depending on your travel plans, you may not even need to apply for this digital nomad visa. If you’re a passport holder from a country exempt from needing a short-term visa, you are able to stay in Colombia for 6 months out of the year. This is dependent on you not generating any income from Colombian entities, and only from a foreign employer.
In order to be eligible for this program, applicants must have health insurance and earn at least 3 million COP (roughly $650) per month, which is the country’s minimum wage.
Cape Verde | Monthly Income ~$1500
The Republic of Cabo Verde, commonly referred to as Cape Verde, is an archipelago situated off the Western shoreline of Africa.
Cape Verde is an archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa, complete with crystal waters and sandy beaches. With the introduction of a digital nomad visa, more digital nomads have been drawn to explore this relaxed and diverse destination.
Beginning in 2020, the digital nomad visa of this country provides remote workers the chance to reside on the island for a period of six months, with renewal up to one year.
In order to be considered, applicants must provide documentation of health insurance and evidence that they have maintained a balance of ~$1500 over the course of the past six months.
Brazil | Monthly Income $1500
The Brazil Digital Nomad Visa, launched in January 2021, requires that applicants have a minimum of $1,500 monthly income or an available bank balance of $18,000 when the application is submitted, as per the Brazilian Embassy.
Brazil is an attractive destination for digital nomads due to its reasonable cost of living, attractive beaches and Amazon rainforest, as well as lively cities such as Rio de Janeiro. Remote workers have been flocking to a South American country, even prompting the construction of a “nomad village” in Pipa, a northern surf town.
Brazilian law firm CGM states that digital nomads residing in Brazil for more than 183 days within a 12-month period must pay local income tax.
Hungary | Minimum Income ~$2000
The “white card,” also known as the Hungarian digital nomad visa, permits foreign national remote workers to stay in Hungary up to one year and may be renewed for a second year.
Learn how to become a digital nomad in Budapest.
With this visa, you can stay in any of the Schengen Area’s 26 European Union member countries for a maximum of 90 days without needing to pass through customs.
To be eligible for entry, the Hungary Immigration and Asylum Office requires proof of employment and a monthly salary of at least €2,000 (about $1,943) for the last six months prior to submission.
According to Helpers Finance, an accounting firm in Hungary, White card holders residing in the country must pay income tax if they are physically present for at least 183 days in a single calendar year.
You’ll forgive me if I’m especially excited about this one–after living in Budapest for over five years, I’m so happy that even more people can have the opportunity to explore!
Croatia | Monthly Income ~$2300
Croatia has become a popular destination for digital nomads due to its relatively affordable cost of living, stunning scenery, and access to Europe. In addition to this, Croatia’s beautiful coastline is dotted with picturesque islands and beaches where digital nomads can relax and enjoy their work-life balance.
In 2021, Croatia introduced the Digital Nomad Visa, which grants residence permits to freelancers and entrepreneurs to live and work there for up to one year.
To apply, you can submit your application electronically via the Croatian Ministry of Interior website or physically through a Croatian embassy or consulate.
To be eligible, you must submit bank statements indicating a regular monthly income of approximately €2,300/month, proof of health insurance, and an address for your residence.
Can you hear the wide world calling? Digital nomad visas are a great way to cross the globe while still making an income. Any of the above countries offer an affordable visa with minimum income requirements–choose your next destination, pack your passport, and have fun!
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