A digital nomad visa lets you live in a country while working remotely for employers or clients based outside it. It is built for remote workers, freelancers and entrepreneurs who earn income from abroad and do not take local employment.
By Krosz Editorial Team · Reviewed by Krosz Visa Operations · Published 2026-09-15 · Updated 2026-09-15
Purpose
Living abroad while working remotely for employers or clients outside the destination.
Who is it for?
Remote workers, freelancers and entrepreneurs with a stable foreign income above a threshold.
Typical application method
Online application with proof of remote income, employment or business ownership.
Can Krosz help?
Krosz can help you understand the general digital nomad landscape and documents. We are a private service and not a government authority.
Krosz does not publish fabricated processing times, fees, validity or stay durations. Country-specific figures appear only when pulled from Krosz's verified visa database.
Tell us where you're planning to travel and our team can help you understand the application process.
Overview
A digital nomad visa (or remote work visa) authorises a longer stay for people who work remotely for foreign-based employers or clients. It is not a local work visa — you cannot take a job with a local employer.
It is designed for remote workers, freelancers and location-independent entrepreneurs who earn above a minimum income threshold from sources outside the destination.
Programmes vary widely: some issue a temporary residence permit, others a long-stay visa. Most set an income floor, require remote-work evidence, and exclude local employment.
Exemptions depend on your nationality, the destination and your circumstances — always confirm for your exact combination.
Activities
Remote work
Working remotely for foreign employers or clients.
Living abroad
Residing in the country for the visa period.
Foreign income
Earning from sources outside the destination.
Travel in & out
Entering and leaving during the stay.
What you normally cannot do
Documents
Only documents relevant to this category are shown. Exact requirements vary by country — confirm for your destination.
Passport
Valid with sufficient validity for the stay.
Photograph
Recent photo meeting the destination's rules.
Application form
Completed digital nomad / remote work application.
Income proof
Evidence of remote income above the required threshold.
Employment / freelance proof
Employer letter, client contracts or business registration.
Health insurance
Valid health insurance covering the stay (commonly required).
Accommodation
Proof of accommodation for the stay.
Process
A category-specific application timeline. Steps may differ by destination and your circumstances.
Check eligibility
Confirm you meet the income threshold and remote-work criteria.
Gather income proof
Collect payslips, client contracts or business records.
Get insurance & accommodation
Arrange health insurance and proof of stay.
Apply online & pay
Submit the application with all evidence and the fee.
Processing
The authority verifies income, remote work and insurance.
Decision
Receive a nomad visa or residence permit for the stay.
Krosz tool
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Destinations
Only destinations where Krosz has verified data for this purpose are shown. We never claim every country offers a visa with the same name.
Krosz does not currently process this visa category for specific destinations.
Contact the relevant embassy or authority for the country you plan to visit, or for guidance.
Comparison
| Point of comparison | Digital Nomad Visa | Work Visa |
|---|---|---|
| Employer | Foreign employer / clients | Local employer |
| Sponsorship | No local sponsor | Employer sponsorship required |
| Income | Must meet a foreign-income threshold | Salary from the local sponsor |
| Local work | Not allowed | The whole point of the visa |
Be prepared
General, educational reasons relevant to this category. We never publish invented refusal rates.
Practical
FAQ
Tell us where you're planning to travel and our team can help you understand the application process.
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Krosz is a private visa assistance platform and is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Visa decisions are made by the relevant authorities. Last reviewed: 2026-09-15.
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