Digital nomads

Qualifying remote work, employment or client contracts and proof of income are required; income thresholds depend on occupation. New applications are paused in November 2026 and scheduled to resume in December.

Employment by a qualifying overseas company and healthcare coverage are required. Average annual income over the past two years is generally at least USD 80,000; applicants earning USD 40,000 to under USD 80,000 must meet additional qualification requirements.

Work remotely for an overseas employer or operate a profitable overseas business. Legal net income must be at least EUR 3,000 per month for at least six months before entry and throughout the stay.

Retiree or rentier residence requires a qualifying pension or regular income from real estate or financial assets sufficient for basic needs; remote work salary alone is not rentier income.

Temporary residence generally requires a passport and evidence of accommodation, health insurance, funds and the grounds for residence. Confirm the specific digital nomad eligibility criteria with the authority.

Work remotely for an overseas company, with qualifying education or at least three years of relevant experience. The main applicant must show means equal to 200% of Spain’s minimum wage and meet work relationship and health insurance requirements.

Work remotely for an overseas employer or client and provide evidence of employment or services. Average monthly income over the preceding three months must be at least four times the Portuguese minimum monthly wage.

Eligible non-EU employees, self-employed people or freelancers must work remotely for parties outside Greece. The main applicant must show stable income of at least EUR 3,500 per month.

Work remotely for overseas employers or clients without a local Brazilian employment relationship. Generally, show monthly income of at least USD 1,500 or bank funds of at least USD 18,000.

Work remotely for an overseas multinational company or as a self-employed person, with work effects and income abroad. Annual foreign income must be at least B/.36,000 or its equivalent; health insurance is required.