10+ magnificent places to be a Digital Nomad and work in Smart Working
This pandemic has radically changed our habits, both socially and at work. Indeed, in recent months, [...]
This pandemic has fundamentally changed our habits, both from a social and labor perspective. In recent months, in fact, a mode of work has taken hold that was still struggling to emerge in Italy compared to classic office work: the Smart Working.
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Many offices have relocated their workforce, employees had the opportunity to work from home, Performing normal duties however remotely.
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In one respect, we can say that we have all benefited a bit, without the "office" anxiety and with the ability to handle things in remote we have increased our productivity, At the same time, companies have certainly reduced the costs produced by the operation and maintenance of large offices.
Annual visas for Digital Nomads, here's where
Another great advantage for those who work in Smart Working is to be able to move freely and work remotely anywhere in the world!
Some countries are taking advantage of this situation to offer Digital Nomads a long term visa, the duration of which can be up to a year, to attract smartworkers and turn the cities' economy around.
Let's look together at some wonderful places where we can move our office for a while.
Portugal
Precisely in the city of Madeira, the birthplace of Cristiano Ronaldo, the government is implementing a policy to boost the economy by establishing a real village designed to accommodate all remote workers who want to take advantage of free home search services.
The cost of living is very low, as well as taxes, plus the climate and the sea definitely help in the decision to spend a few months in Madeira. Thanks to the Startup Digital Nomads Madeira Island you can book your new home online.
Greece and Estonia
Greece has decided to target savings for new residents: those who want to move to the land of temples will have a discount Of the 50% on all fees up to 7 years of relocation, adding to the already low cost of living.
Greece is also investing in digital infrastructure such as high internet speed e 5G in a way that will attract even the most discerning digital nomads.
One of the three Baltic republics, theEstonia, has decided to focus on long-term visitors, establishing the "DNV" or Digital Nomads Visa, which allows people to settle for up to one year in the capital city Tallinn.
Barbados
Definitely not one of the cheapest solutions on our list, the government has instituted the "Barbados Welcome Stamp," which is a one-year visa for the modest sum of 2.000$ for professional or 3.000$ to family.
It must be said, however, that there is no tax payment for 12 months, and the enchanting setting for this wonderful island is priceless...In any case, to apply for this special visa you must have an income of at least 50.000$ the year.
Bermuda
Much cheaper, however, is another remote island in the Atlantic Ocean: Bermuda Island allows digital nomads to have annual visas at 263$, as long as they demonstrate a regular work or are self-employed.
Important to also prove that you are negative for Covid-19 with a test upon arrival and in the following days. The normal tourist visa has also been extended from 90 to 180 days.
Mexico
Staying between the two Americas, Mexico also allows digital nomads to relocate up to a maximum of 4 years With an optional fifth year.
To be eligible, one must declare a gross monthly income of about 2.000$ with a 6-month probationary period, applying for the visa in advance through the submission of the application.
Dubai
If ,however, you want to live for a while in the city of the luxury and of the skyscrapers touching the clouds, then you can choose to participate in the "New Visa Program" launched by Dubai.
This is a long-term visa that allows digital nomads to take advantage of theassistance healthcare, public services and all those benefits that only residents can get. The fee for applying for this special visa amounts to the incredible sum of 287$, not bad right?
Too bad that in order to access it, one must demonstrate a minimum income of 5.000$ per month.
Croatia and Georgia
Thanks to the very low cost of living, Croatia is pushing to look for new ways to turn the economy around, and one of them is to give asylum to digital nomads.
Even charming Georgia has seen fit to set up visas at long term For smart workers, the beautiful capital city of Tbilisi offers rentals cheap And cheap consumer goods.
After a 14-day quarantine you will be eligible for a one-year visa as long as you can show proof of employment stable And valid health insurance.
Which destination do you choose?
Many other countries, such as  Jamaica, Vietnam e Costa Rica, had already been offering this possibility for some time and with excellent results.
Perhaps some positive aspects this pandemic has had, it has given an opportunity to evaluate new solutions which initially might have been a "make do" but later turned into the opportunities.
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