Digital nomads work remotely from laptops while traveling.

Over 50 countries offer digital nomad visas, including Portugal, Mexico, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, South Korea.

Portugal's Digital Nomad Visa requires monthly income ≥4× national minimum wage (€705/month).

Mexico's digital nomad visa requires 43,000 AUD savings in the past 12 months.

Indonesia's visa requires savings over 200,000 AUD or investment activity.

Vietnam offers a 90‑day e‑visa but no dedicated digital nomad visa.

Spain launched a digital nomad visa in 2022, boosting Malaga's ranking.

Croatia's visa allows stay up to one year with monthly income €2,300.

Germany offers residency for non‑EU nationals with self‑employment proof.

Cyprus limits digital nomad visas to 500 per year, requiring €3,500 monthly income.

Digital nomad lifestyle offers lower cost of living and geo‑arbitrage.

Challenges include unreliable internet, visa limits, tax complexity, and isolation.

Advantages include flexibility, travel opportunities, and higher productivity with proper tools.

Remote jobs suited: software development, design, writing, consulting, digital marketing.

Common tools: laptops, cloud services, VPN, Slack, Zoom, Trello, Notion, Google Workspace.

Additional tools: remote desktop (Splashtop), VPN, cloud storage, collaboration platforms.

Digital nomads use coworking spaces, coliving, and digital‑nomad hubs.

Tax gray areas require checking double‑tax agreements; some countries offer incentives.

Digital nomad visas simplify visa runs; stay calculated from initial entry.

Popular hubs: Chiang Mai, Bali, Lisbon, Mexico City, Medellín, Gran Canaria.

Digital nomads work remotely from laptops while traveling.

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Content: Top 10 cities in Vietnam are among the most popular among nomads! The top 10 cities are catching up with Tokyo
International Center Lai Cheng-lin / General Report
In the wake of the pandemic, digital nomad has become the latest form of work, and many people who can “work remotely ” have begun to travel to other countries around the world, taking vacations and working with their computers.
In a survey of digital nomads, three cities in Vietnam are among the top 10 most visited places in the world for digital nomads: Da Nang, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
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According to Nomad List, the world ’ s largest database of remote workers, Da Nang, a coastal city in central Vietnam, ranks second behind Tokyo, Japan, with a 109% increase in the digital nomadic population in 2023; Hanoi ranks seventh with a 58% growth rate; and Ho Chi Minh City ranks ninth with a 55% growth rate.
Most Vietnamese cities have excellent wireless access, low cost of living, and beautiful scenery, making them the latest darling of digital nomadic workers around the world.
Of these three cities in Vietnam, Da Nang is considered the third largest city in Vietnam after Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, with free Wi-Fi in the city center, fast internet speeds and beautiful coastline.
An important factor for digital nomads considering a temporary city is the living environment, as well as the cost of living to meet the convenient and comfortable working environment, while the cost of living in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City is quite low.
The average cost of living for a number of nomads in Hanoi is US $1,289 per month (about NT $38,000) and in Ho Chi Minh City US $1,157 per month (about NT $34,000).
Other places on the list are Seoul, South Korea, in third place; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in fourth place; Penang, Malaysia, in fifth place; Montevideo, Uruguay, in sixth place; Manila, Philippines, in eighth place; and Lubjana, Slovenia, in tenth place.
To compile the list, experts at Nomad List ranked the fastest-growing cities for remote workers by analyzing nearly 300,000 registrations in the database over the past two years.
Vietnam, with three cities on the list, does not offer a “digital nomad visa ”, but it offers global travelers from nearly 200 countries the ability to easily apply online for e-visas for up to 90 days, and in Southeast Asia only Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia offer special digital nomad visa programs for foreigners to work remotely if they meet certain requirements.
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Content: This Digital Nomad Couple Sold Everything to Travel the World in a Sailboat—Here’s What They’ve Learned About Life, Goal Setting and Relationships

Her name is Polar Seal. She’s 40 feet long, bright white with a thin blue stripe down each side and a monochromatic logo of a seal at the helm.

To the sailing community, she’s a 2007 Beneteau Oceanis 40 with a two-cabin layout. To Ryan Ellison and Sophie Darsy (@ryan_and_sophie_sailing), she’s a vehicle to carry them across the Atlantic (for the third time); she’s an office for their respective careers; but most importantly, she’s been home for nearly four years. They are what’s known as “liveaboards,” a breed of digital nomad on the water, with Sophie managing their digital brand, Ryan & Sophie Sailing, while Ryan works as a business development consultant.

Before officially shoving off in 2018, Ellison and Darsy led what some might call typical lives. They met on Tinder in 2015 while living in Sweden as expats: Ellison, an aviation sales director from Des Moines, Iowa, and Darsy, a human resources systems specialist from Paris. They quickly connected over a shared love of adventure and endurance sports.

Three months later, while on his last long training run before the ASICS Stockholm Marathon, Ellison had a run-in with a Canadian goose trying to protect her ducklings. The geese were unharmed, but Ellison was left with a dislocated shoulder and several broken bones. Stuck inside, he did what most do in that situation: get lost in the depths of the internet. He stumbled on a story about Matt and Jessica Johnson, an American couple who sold everything to buy a sailboat and travel the world with their cat.

The story lit a spark for the couple, though they had no experience sailing. After several months of research, they attended a two-week sailing course in Gibraltar before selling Darsy’s apartment and buying Polar Seal in March 2016.

“On my second date with Sophie, I told her I wanted to own a yacht someday,” Ellison says. “But my view of a yacht was a rich person’s motorboat, and I did not ever imagine I would own a small sailboat that we would live on together and go around the world.”

Now, nearly four years, 14 countries and a global pandemic later, they have no plans to quit.

Ellison and Darsy learned that the most challenging (and rewarding) parts of being liveaboards in a relationship had little to do with the logistics of sailing and a lot more to do with life, interpersonal dynamics and developing self-awareness in roughly 350 square feet of space. These are five of those lessons.

Your speed is the right speed

Ellison and Darsy purchased Polar Seal in March 2016, but they didn’t hit the waters full time until June 2018. They spent two admittedly short Swedish sailing seasons preparing for the inevitable roadblocks and learning how to co-captain on their own.

“There is no instructor, and the sail needs to go up and it’s stuck, and you’re in the middle of a channel, and the helm gets stuck, so you’re stuck in a spinning motion in the middle of a channel,” Darsy says. “There’s always going to be moments when you don’t have the knowledge or experience you need to handle a situation, and you have to figure it out. There are no shortcuts for that.”

Methodically, they took each step with time to allow dust to settle and not get caught up in the excitement and newness of the adventure.

“The first two years we owned our boat, we kept it in Stockholm,” Ellison says. “We were still working our jobs and that gave us time to figure out our boat and figure out what we were doing… because we really didn’t know. I’m glad we did that.”

Your relationship will be tested.

Among the many challenges of life aboard a 40-foot sailing boat is the idea that you are never more than a few steps from your significant other. That person is not only your co-captain, but your confidante, your significant other, your only friend for thousands of miles at times. They prepared for that, too.

“Pretty quickly in our relationship, we started seeing [a couple’s counselor],” Darsy says. “There are those moments that you want external help. There should not be any taboo or stigma about going to see a couple’s counselor when you feel stuck on a particular topic.”

The challenge, Ryan says, is not always about the small space, but about sleep deprivation and the other stressors that can wreak havoc on your ability to stay calm. In those moments of frustration, there isn’t anywhere to escape.

“We call it having emotional flexibility,” Darsy says. “Be kind to yourself, and be like OK, I messed up, but also don’t define your relationship by those moments. Those moments happen out of a context that is a little bit bigger than you.”

You will never be fully prepared.

In a video posted on May 22, 2018, Darsy holds up two fistfuls of sticky notes, 15 wooden cooking spoons and a smashed pirate hat. It’s a relatable moment for anyone who’s packed for a multi-week international trip only to remember they probably don’t need five pairs of strappy sandals. But it’s the vulnerability of the video that strikes a chord. With four weeks until their launch date, the couple details the building emotional strain and fear.

“For the first time in my life, I don’t know where I’ll be in one year’s time,” Darsy says in the video. “I’m doing something I’m passionate about, but I don’t know where it’s going to lead me.”

The couple shared a fear of failure. “I’m afraid we’re going to crash the boat,” Ellison says in the video. “I’m afraid that I’m not going to be able to get stuff done for work. I’m afraid we’ll fight and yell and I’ll fail there.”

It’s this kind of behind-the-scenes footage that allows aspiring liveaboards to see what life is really like, but also feel the sense of connection that comes from seeing people go through similar struggles and feelings of self-doubt. Preparedness is important, but its powers are limited.

Whether launching a new business, leaving a toxic job for your mental health or, say, selling everything to live on a boat, the final moments are those most riddled with self-doubt. But the story is told time and time again: After the first step, you often learn that fear outsizes reality.

Ellison and Darsy spent two years imagining and preparing for every worst-case scenario they could imagine. She remembers sitting at her office desk running through scenarios and playing out the possible responses. And there have been scares, like the time they sailed through gale force winds in the Bay of Biscay or a difficult period sailing across the Bermuda Triangle. To Darsy, the video footage from that time serves as a reminder of her growth.

“As you start to understand that the boat can take more than you think, you start to be a lot more confident in both the boat and your ability to deal with whatever it is you encounter,” she says. “That’s the thing, you start gradually getting out of your comfort zone, and going into stronger and stronger seas, and at the end of the day you’re like, It’s not comfortable, but it works.”

Her biggest regret, she says, is not leaving sooner.

Flexibility is everything.

When your life is full of firsts, even the most basic tasks can feel overwhelming. These things, like the cultural norms of grocery store shopping, for example, or navigating the public transportation system can be learned fairly quickly. But when you’re stressed and sleep-deprived, these obstacles can feel insurmountable.

“Every time we go somewhere, it’s somewhere we’ve never been, where we have to learn procedures, where we have to learn grocery shopping, where we have to learn the area,” Darsy says. “Something is going to break on the boat and it will be the first time that thing breaks on the boat, and we have to deal with that. ‘First times’ is our life.”

For many digital nomads, this kind of relentless discomfort quickly leads to burnout and a craving for the familiarity of home. For Ellison and Darsy, the key is extreme flexibility. Sometimes that looks like compromising on how long to stay in one place. Other times, it looks like booking a flight home to spend time apart so both can come back refreshed. In all times, it looks like relieving pressure where you have the means to do so.

“In a normal relationship, you go to work, and you maybe see each other for a little bit in the morning or a couple of hours at night,” Ellison says. “Sophie and I see each other 24/7 and pretty much live on top of each other, so having the ability to take some of the personal space to make your own stories so you can come back refreshed and have new adventures to talk about with your partner is important.”

Community remains crucial.

According to a report funded by MBO Partners, nearly 11 million people identified themselves as digital nomads in 2020. Tracking on this kind of lifestyle is still in the nascent stages, so it’s hard to say how many of those digital nomads live on the water, but for Ellison and Darsy, the sailing community has become the most rewarding part of their lifestyle. For Darsy, having the opportunity to pay it forward to aspiring liveaboards is part of her value system.

“We take the time to answer emails or meet people who want to do what we’re doing, to give information, help, advise or support in some way,” she says. “I think if we all do this, it just becomes a little bit of a better world.”

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With every decision comes the forfeiture of another opportunity. For digital nomads, entrepreneurs, and all those who trade routine and comfort for adventure and flexibility and the excitement of the unknown, the decision is neither easy nor one you make once. Ellison and Darsy thrived in active lifestyles on land, clocking dozens of miles running each week. Now they’re lucky to see that number within a year.

“It is a lifestyle that comes with a high price, and I’m not really talking in terms of the money, because at the end of the day it’s just like living in a house or in an apartment; you’re going to have expenses,” Darsy says. “But it is tiring, exhausting and uncertain. The boat is a fragile piece of equipment, you can lose it from one day to the other if weather comes or you have a fire. But we have seen more of the world than most people will ever see in their lifetime, and we get to explore that world from a new angle.”

In the cabin of Polar Seal are written the couple’s values: adventure, health, faith and cool people. This guidepost for difficult days is simple and specific. In a more traditional lifestyle, the idea of five- and 10-year goals are common. It might be to upgrade the house, have a baby, reach a certain level in your career. Ellison and Darsy have goals, but they’re fluid and don’t really fall into a set time frame. Darsy wants to sail to Japan and maybe upgrade the boat. A permanent place on land for breaks sounds nice, too. They’ll just have to see where the wind takes them.

“I’ve used this line and it may sound cheesy, but we set out to explore the world and I ended up discovering myself as a person,” Ellison says. “Over the past 18 months, that has been more of a journey for me than moving the boat from point A to point B.”

This article originally appeared in the January/February 2022 Issue of SUCCESS magazine. Photos courtesy of Ryan Ellison and Sophie Darsy

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Content: Drop everything and sail around the world
In recent years, the global media began to vigorously promote "travel living", translated from English - travel-life.
Its supporters are called digital nomads, or digital nomads.
They are not attached to the place of residence and work and are ready to trade comfort, stability and career prospects for life in continuous motion.
In the US alone, this philosophy is shared by 22 million people, or one in 15 Americans, in the world – 35 million, and by 2030, the number of digital nomads on the planet is projected to grow to one billion people.
Experts believe that this is the way to form a “seamless ” world with a“ connected person ” without roots.
Photo: Parliamentary GazetteParliamentary Newspaper
Down with office stress
Video of the day
The first digital nomad was an American writer and programmer.
In 1983, he set off on a computerized bike and completed it on a yacht in 2021.
The revival of the ancient nomadic way of life in the 21st century has become possible thanks to the Internet and IT technologies, and the pandemic of the covid with a remote format of work has spurred it.
By 2030, the number of digital nomads could reach a billion people.
What kind of people are these?
The first group is digital.
Programmers, project managers, graphic designers, journalists, writers, lawyers, translators, analysts, testers, copywriters, video editors, product managers.
Six months in the Maldives, three months in Barbados or the United Arab Emirates, where the world ’ s fastest mobile Internet.
The second is adventurers and wanderers.
The third is mortgages, for which loan payments are more expensive than permanent tourism and being in cheap areas of the world.
The philosophy of digital nomads is to untie themselves from their place of birth and one job.
Choose countries where the best climate, cheaper food, where there are no toxic offices, civil duties, but only the right to live in pleasure.
Digital nomads consider themselves the chosen ones of fate, because, in their opinion, they make the free choice of a free person.
Life in motion, they argue, is not bliss, but the norm.
Their favorite slogan is “The values of minimalism make us happy. ”
Nature, freedom, unprocessed food, physical activity...
A lot is said about this on their profile sites.
Anxiety and desire to change places
Hunting for a change of places is a problem of motives, and they are different, correspondent member, philosopher, chief researcher of the Institute of Sociology of the Russian Academy of Sciences Jean Toshchenko told the “Parliamentary newspaper ”.
Someone just has the opportunity to choose the best conditions of life and work.
Others have the pressure of economic circumstances.
This is facilitated by the growing class of precariat (people working in low-paid and unstable jobs without social guarantees - sick leave, vacation, with a reduced salary).
The transition from permanent to part-time, temporary, part-time employment makes it easier for such people to get out of place and go wherever they look.
Another category is those who, in principle, do not care about the content of the work, says the scientist.
They expect to find something to do everywhere.
From here the ease of lifting.
Finally, there are those who choose a way of life where civil obligations do not prevail over them.
An expert from the United States John Peters in a sensational article “Exile, Nomadism and the Diaspora ” called the opposition of nomad and state as the key idea of the movement.
Many travelers begin with the term “climate emigration ”, but constant mobility erases the boundaries of cultural and national identity.
As a result, the concept of homeland is also being rethought, and this is already marginality, he concludes.
A typical portrait of a digital nomad, according to the Nomad List survey, is a minimalist with a laptop, a backpack, a bachelor ’ s degree, a passport and a cup of coffee.
Lives in one place for an average of 70 days.
At the heart of the mentality is anti-materialism and contentment with small things.
The most attractive side of travel is cheapness, according to one of the profile sites.
Nomadism saves a lot of money because the costs of maintaining the property, maintaining the car, parking, winter clothes disappear.
It is fascinating and good for health.
The main cost item is renting a roof over your head and food.
Geo-arbitrage helps to live better and cheaper – the use of price differences between countries.
Peace in your pocket and nothing of your own
Some researchers call traveling a new socio-economic model.
It echoes the program slogans of the “great reset ” of the world proclaimed at the Davos Economic Forum.
According to it, the preservation of the planet in the interests of future generations requires tightening the belts of the living, limiting economic growth and reducing consumption.
The projected image of the future assumes that a person will be available to the whole world, a lot of services, but at the same time he will not have anything of his own.
Globalizers argue that property and binding to a permanent place of residence burden and encroach on the personal freedoms of citizens.
Why buy a house when you can rent it?
Why a personal car when there is carsharing?
Why save money when you can have a basic guaranteed income?
Why spend money on heating an apartment, if you can go to the warm lands for the winter?
When a person has no stake or yard, it is especially easy.
Modern nomads often call themselves citizens of the world.
The nomad is always online, and it is more convenient for him to communicate even with friends online, rather than offline.
Therefore, some experts have given it the definition of “connected person ”.
The unwritten motto of digital nomads: movement is everything, goal is nothing.
There are 300 people in the world who have visited all 196 countries of the world (including unrecognized territories).
Among them are Australian Rach and Slovak Marty.
The women described the adventures of the 15-year-old circumnavigation in the blog “Very Hungry Nomads ”.
They set out to inspire the women of the world to live without office stress, work on the beach, expand horizons and embrace new thinking.
Travelers sold out all the property and lived with luggage from two backpacks of hand luggage.
The focus of their project was food.
Odyssey cost 274 thousand dollars.
Her conclusion: the most delicious food is in Ethiopia, Afghanistan and Uzbek farmers.
The number of nomadism activists in Russia is also increasing.
For example, ethnologist Mikhail Zarubin traveled to 193 countries for 10 years and wrote a book for children “Tales of Young Travelers ”.
Four years more spent on the circumnavigation of his friend, the photographer.
150 hotels annually - the norm for Lisa and Vitalik, whose journey lasts 12 years.
Many other travel bloggers share their impressions on the website travcave.ru.
Traffic infrastructure
The digital nomad relies on infrastructure.
A digital nomad visa allows individuals who earn an income of at least $2,000 from a foreign jurisdiction to legally stay in the country longer than tourists.
Its price in Brazil is 72 dollars, in Greece - 75, Costa Rica - 100, Argentina - from 120 to 240, in Bermuda - 260, in the Bahamas and in the UAE - a thousand dollars.
Validity from 180 days to 10 years.
In countries where there is no such visa, nomads often live on tourist and even student, and the authorities turn a blind eye to this.
The elements of infrastructure are also coworking and coliving (common spaces where you can live and work with like-minded people).
The number of the first, according to forecasts, by 2025 will reach 26 thousand, and the second annually grows by a third.
In Russia, too, there is a coliving - "Station Smena".
It provides, according to the presentation, a unique opportunity to combine work and party.
Remotely you can work from home, public libraries, cafes - if only there was an Internet and a laptop.
The wealthier ones move around in offices on wheels.
However, the vans at home with a table, a lot of sockets, chargers and a background for conferences are like a luxury German crossover.
The system of hubs for nomads is characterized by a favorable climate, high-speed Internet, an easy visa regime and a low cost of living.
The most attractive locations are Chiang Mai (Thailand) and Bali (Indonesia), in Europe - Lisbon, Gran Canaria and the island of Madeira, in America - Medellin, Mexico City and Buenos Aires.
If the money runs out, nomads can spend the night in churches for free, in extreme cases - in a tent, especially since they do not tend to cold lands.
Someone on occasion earns remote trade, hand-made, bartenders, guides, DJs and VJs, nurses, teachers and what God will send.
As befits a philosopher, Jean Toshchenko is not surprised:
“The world is entering an era of great migration of peoples, similar to the one that took place 15 centuries ago.
The process of global migration is driven by economic, political and climatic factors.
And this general mobility affects all of humanity, making it dynamic. ”
The philosophy of individualism
And if everyone wants to live on an eternal journey, who will remain in their native country and will improve it?
Is there a balance between personal freedom and civic responsibility?
Is not the sense of patriotism atrophied, for example, among the digital class, part of which has amicably rushed outside Russia?
The balance between freedom and responsibility was sought by Voltaire and Belinsky.
They are looking for it and will be looking for it at all times, ” the chairman of the Council for the Development of the Digital Economy evasively replied to the Parliamentary Newspaper.
First Deputy Chairman of the Committee for Tourism and Tourism Development Nikolai Valuev did not hide skepticism from our publication:
“No matter what you dream and want, people will always be tied by a bunch of circumstances to the place of residence.
Work, habit, property, kinship and social ties, so these cosmopolitans will always be in the region of statistical error. ”
Comparing digital nomads, immigrants and relocants is incorrect, said the development director of VTsIOM Consulting.
The concept of “digital-nomadism ” develops a philosophy of individualism, he told“ Parlamentskaya Gazeta ”.
Its values: freedom to choose life goals, ways and places of work, the desire for openness of information, intolerance of discrimination and the conditional “seamless ” of the world.
At the same time, nomads, earning in their country, spend money in a foreign country.
How should this state be treated?
Why in the US with a population of 330 million people, Trump in his election program promises to introduce maternity capital for a new baby boom?
"Any government wants its citizens to work at home and develop the domestic economy," Yermolaev said. - The generation of the first baby boom is close to retirement age, which increases the burden on social infrastructure and reduces the number of able-bodied people.
And the digital nomad community in the US is growing.
According to MBO Partners, there are 16.9 million, and according to Nomand List, 22 million.
If the trend continues, the country ’ s economy will face a serious challenge in the coming years. ”
In Russia, according to Nomad List, digital nomads are still relatively few - 2.3 million.
And yet they should be taken seriously, urges the dean of the Faculty of Economics.
As a rule, nomads do not seek to part with the country, they can continue to work for domestic companies, benefiting the state.
And in order to preserve this human capital, to prevent its possible leakage, an income tax of 13 percent should be saved for this category, the economist believes.
According to the current rules, tax non-residents - people who have been in Russia for less than 183 calendar days for twelve consecutive months - must pay income tax not 13 percent, but 30 percent, besides they are not entitled to tax deductions.
As the head of the State Duma Committee on Labor, Social Policy and Veterans Affairs Yaroslav Nilov told our publication, all the necessary regulation in the field of remote employment was developed and fixed in Chapter 49.1 of the Labor Code even during the coronavirus pandemic.
Thanks to this, many workers today work remotely, most of them within the country.
Any changes to the law will also affect them, he explained.
This is usually used in a situation where there is an imbalance of interests of employers and employees.
“If people continue to perform their duties in accordance with labor contracts, taxes and payments are deducted from their income, then why invent something? ” the deputy concluded.

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A Computer Goes the World: What do digital nomads bring to local communities when they go to work around the world?
From Mexico to Iceland, how is the impact of digital nomad tourists traveling to destinations around the world?
The digital nomad life has boomed since COVID-19 and the fall of travel restrictions, but some on TikTok think the new type of traveler could be causing more harm than good.
Credit: Daria Mamont, Unsplash
Cassie, a digital nomad from Australia, came to Bali to work for two months.
She wanted to experience the local community, but instead she stumbled upon the “mini Australia ” of Canggu.
Cangu is a popular tourist attraction in Indonesia, favored by many digital nomads.
Kathy works as a virtual assistant around the world. In 2020, when she realized she could work anywhere, she thought of working as a virtual assistant on TikTok.
When her lease ended last year, she gave up office work and commuting to work remotely from her favorite place, taking charge of virtual social media and email management.
She has seen firsthand the positive and negative impact that digital nomads can have on local communities.
Canggu has become a popular destination for digital nomads escaping the traditional desk life.
Credit: Cassie Gallegos, Unsplash
"A lot of westerners have bought [Kuragi's] restaurants and villas and they really drive up prices, which in some way pushes locals out of the market," she said.
Digital nomads thrive in the era of telecommuting, often in freelance digital roles such as social media management or content creation, and even finance, where they revere the freedom to live and work overseas, free to choose their working hours and decide how to spend each day.
They are also being welcomed by the tourism and hospitality industry, with co-working cafes offering cocktails and swimming pools, while co-op hotels offer high-speed Wi-Fi and group activities.
Canggu is full of signs encouraging tourists to work remotely, and the economic benefits of tourism provide opportunities for the region.
But, as some have questioned on TikTok, is the digital nomadic movement a kind of neo-colonization?
Tourists come and go, but digital nomads can stay in one place for weeks, months or years, potentially exacerbating gentrification and the housing crisis.
Recently, The New York Times reported that Mexico City has become a hub for digital nomads, but the surge has exacerbated the pressure on the already tight housing market, making it unaffordable for locals.
Housing activists accused city leaders of allowing “modern colonization. ”
The rise of digital nomads
Countries around the world are embracing the era of digital nomads, with 50 countries, including Dubai and Iceland, offering specific visas for this new type of traveler.
To work remotely in Mexico, you need to prove that you have $43,000 in your savings account in the past 12 months; to Portugal, you need to have at least $4500 a month in income; to Indonesia, you need to have more than $200,000 in savings but can do “investment and other activities. ”
The requirements mean many digital nomads use tourist visas to leave the country when their visas expire, just to re-enter.
According to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, between January and September last year, 3,000 foreigners entered Indonesia on B211A tourist visas for telecommuting.
One enthusiast of the digital nomad industry predicts that there will be 1 billion digital nomads by 2035, driven by factors such as the rise of high-speed internet and freelancing, as well as declining home ownership and marriage rates.
Are digital nomads taking part in the new colonization?
Some communities are opposed to the influx, and Mexico City residents say they see gentrification and housing drain problems triggered by foreigners seeking cheaper accommodation.
Anthropologist Shaun Busuttil, a PhD candidate at the University of Melbourne who studies digital nomads, believes that digital nomads are undergoing some form of neo-colonization, but it ’ s not all black and white, or good and bad.
In an interview with Erik Muth of YouTube ’ s Rising Nomad channel, Basutil explained: “Historically, colonialism was when a group of people with more power or resources came into a place and effectively took over it and used the space for themselves. ”
“What are we doing as digital nomads? We go into these places, take over them, and enjoy their low cost of living. ”
Shops and businesses will eventually cater to the financial prowess of new visitors, Bousutier believes.
“So the old-fashioned fruit and vegetable shop that has been in town or village for generations now has suddenly turned into a cafe to attract digital nomads.
Is digital nomadism, then, a form of neocolonialism? ” he asked.
"Well, we're coming in and we're effectively taking over," he said.
"Look at Lisbon, or even Mexico City, or Barcelona, where locals are being replaced by foreign teleworkers and digital nomads," he said.
He told Moos that while it was usually those with fewer resources who were most affected by gentrification, those with more resources were able to take advantage of the economic opportunities offered by tourism.
How to avoid causing problems?
Keith thinks deeply about the impact on the communities he visits and how it can have a positive impact.
"As a digital nomad, I feel like we should make sure we contribute to the local economy - eat at local restaurants, stay locally and pay a reasonable fee for that," said the statement.
Both Busutil and Casey believe tourists should pay the full price, not haggle.
“It ’ s important to be aware of the impact you have on the local area, ” says Casey.
"That way you can walk into the local community, eat at the local restaurants, stay in the local area, and give back to the local community," said the statement.
At the moment, Casey likes the pace of life of digital nomads and has no plans for a pause.
“Being able to finish work in the morning and then off work and take an adventure in the afternoon – I experienced paragliding in Laos and was great and went swimming to see the waterfall – I think when you can schedule your own time, you can experience more from life. ”
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Chiangmai Coffee Shop Office Meeting on Bali Beach Digital Nomad Self-discipline for Freedom
Travel + work, is it possible?
Remote work has become a new normal in the workplace, so long as you have a laptop and a stable network, you can move the “office ” to any corner of the world.
Whether it ’ s surfing season in the Philippines or winter in Chiang Mai, the “digital nomad ” lifestyle is no longer just an imagination.
After 90 years, Kristie and Kate quit their jobs during the epidemic to join the digital nomad, living and living in a different place, and returning to the rhythm of life. Kristie said, “Nomad ’ s gift to me is to help me clean up my life and start again. ”
While the reporter was writing in the newspaper, Kristie, who had returned from Xinjiang for less than a month, flew to Chiang Mai, Thailand. Browse her sharing on social media platforms, she enjoyed the sunshine while leisurely working with her laptop in the open coffee shop, so that the reporter “grape ”“ bathed ” in the white light tube was very good. Kristie began her digital nomad career early last year. Bali, northern Thailand Chiang Mai, and then to Switzerland, a full year did not return to Hong Kong, "began the journey about 1 month, I have decided to live such a life in the future."
Get up at 8 and 9 a.m. every day, go to the beach, meditate, and work efficiently for 4 hours. After dusk, learn new things, read books, and live the creative life that many wage earners dream of.
He made $50,000 a month at the peak of his career.
Before the pasture, she worked in the advertising industry, and her body and mind were eroded by the pressure of work, and she suffered from chronic gastritis, "(sometimes) pain so that she could not eat all day, and she would vomit after eating."
Finally, the doctor said that even if the prescription of many drugs is useless, because my life pressure is too big, let her decide to change the environment, for their own life to a big clean.
At that time, she took the initiative to propose a 30% pay cut to her superiors, and switched from full-time employees to freelance workers.
There is no regular income, employee welfare, she confessed that "initially very scared, suddenly lost the sense of security", so she had saved six months of living reserve before leaving to prevent zero income during the period; and for themselves to open up a new source of income, operating from the media, doing small business.
She also became an oblique person, relying on writing advertising copy, public relations and marketing planning to maintain the nomadic living expenses, peak monthly income can reach 50,000 yuan, the off-season income is only more than 10,000 yuan, but stretched to make up for the short, life is still good.
In particular, she is mostly nomadic in Southeast Asia, where the consumption is low and the quality of life is good. Taking the island of Phangan in Thailand as an example, she lives in an independent holiday home, with a monthly expenditure of about 12,000 Hong Kong dollars, such as clothing, food, housing and travel.
Low prices, good living, Indonesia, Thailand, a hot spot
In addition to freelancers like Kristie, there are also people engaged in online teaching, design, e-commerce, programming and other remote work, as well as enterprises due to industry characteristics, full-time employees can also work remotely, such as Kate working in the web3.0 industry. Web3.0 is a decentralized Internet based on blockchain technology, NFT, cryptocurrency, metaverse and other popular technology concepts in recent years. It is based on Web 3.0 technology.
Kate, 24, who worked as an occupational therapist for a year after graduating from college, found that she did not like working in fixed locations and hours, and wanted the freedom to travel while working as a digital nomad.
She is interested in cryptocurrency, so she turned to web3.0, engaged in marketing, operation of blockchain projects and other work, usually through online communication with colleagues.
"Web 3.0 is a more international company, with employees from all over the world, most of them do not have a physical office, and many times employees can only choose to work remotely."
It ’ s like living three or four different lives.
Every time she goes to different places to participate in seminars, and after completing her work, she will stay there for 1-2 weeks, traveling all over Japan, Thailand, Australia, Singapore, France, etc. Although she is a full-time employee, she has no fixed office hours, sometimes she does not need to turn on the computer all day, she can go sightseeing, sometimes she needs to meet and meet constantly. Bring a computer, wired headphones and plenty of mobile data.
When I tried to watch animals in the Australian zoo, I suddenly had a meeting; I suddenly had to deal with work on the way to shopping in Korea, and the store has been closed for seven or eight years, which is completely different from the excellent nomadic life I imagined.
Kate, who often hangs "work first" and "have self-discipline to have freedom", admits that even the beauty of the current can not be completely relaxed and appreciated, "I think you can not because your work location is not in a fixed place, and people feel unprofessional; it should make people believe that you can complete the work wherever you are, and there is quality, and no need for others to adapt, so as to maintain this way of life for a long."
Digital nomads have bitterness and sweetness, but both say they can ’ t go back after they set foot on this road.
Read this year Kristie published in the book fair, from the nomad, to find the heart of the sea ", she met on the road only two seasons of American couples, with children wandering the world of nomadic families, Lin Lin's total lifestyle has brought her a shock," I know in Hong Kong, many of them are a life to the end, but in the nomad meet them, I ’ ve lived three or four different lives, ” and there are fascinating stories in each life.
Embark on a nomadic journey to open Second Life, their book of life, and add a few unforgettable experiences.
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Over 50 countries offer digital nomad visas, including Portugal, Mexico, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, South Korea.

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Digital nomad visa programs have grown increasingly popular. Seen as a means of attracting top-tier, global talent and tax revenue, this trend is especially prevalent in the Asian Pacific region. Indeed, Japan recently announced it joined the digital nomad visa party – its policy to be officially rolled out in early April 2024. Below, we discuss this new development and provide a summary of the current state of digital nomad programs in the APAC region.

Japan's new digital nomad visa program: a sumo-sized development

Japan's Ministry of Justice announced that Japan created a digital nomad visa. Situated as the 4th largest economy in the world, Japan began issuing digital nomad visas at the beginning of April 2024 to the citizens of 50 countries and territories.

The short-list of eligible countries includes at least the United States, Australia, and Singapore. The visas are valid for up to six months and available to those earning more than ¥10 million (app. $68,300) per year. Nomads may work from anywhere in the country and bring their spouses and children with them. Their work must be tied to "a sales contract or non-provision contract...with a public or private company in a foreign country". Carrying private health insurance will be obligatory to participate in the program.

Behind only China and Thailand, Japan is consistently ranked as one of the largest recipients of international visitors in APAC. In 2024 alone, it is forecasted that Japan will receive a total of 33.1 million visitors. With the aperture of this new program, coupled with sustained global interest in Japan's rich cultural heritage, the country is projected to receive thousands of digital nomads for years to come.

Thai-tanic-sized companies are welcomed in the Kingdom

Visa options for digital nomads in Thailand remain limited. Whereas the B visa program allows visitors to enter the Kingdom for up to 90 days to engage in a short list of activities, the government has gone to greater lengths to attract international corporate investment.

Indeed, under its "Remote Workers for Well-Established Overseas Companies" program, employees of publicly traded companies (or private companies with combined revenue of over $150 million in the last three years) will be able to apply for a 10-year long resident permit. The employee must (i) make an annual salary of at least $80,000.00 USD per year for two consecutive years or (ii) if holding a master's degree, make no less than $40,000 USD for the last two years. Alternatively, the individual may be self-employed provided they own productive intellectual property or have received Series A funding of no less than $1 million USD. Like Japan, visa applicants must carry personal health insurance.

With some of the lowest corporate tax rates in all of APAC, Thailand is situating itself as one of the region's premier hotbeds for foreign investment and, consequently, international talent.

Malaysia welcomes entrepreneurs from backgrounds as diverse as their landscapes

Maylasia arguably presents one of the most agile digital nomad visa programs in APAC. Offering temporary residence through the "De Rantau Nomad" program, employees of local or foreign employers, freelancers, and independent contractors are welcome. The nomad must be coming to work in an IT or digital space and earn at least $24,000 USD per year.

Pursuing a K-drama storyline in South Korea remains tricky

Early this year, South Korea made a splash on the global stage by launching its own version of a digital nomad visa: the "Workcation" visa. Whereas the visa program does offer a two-year period of validity, it is available only under a niche set of circumstances. For example, the minimum income threshold is KRW 85,000,000, or approximately $63,683.53. Digital nomads availing themselves must not only refrain from assuming gainful employment in South Korea, but must also refrain from earning money in South Korea associated with the South Korean economy (e.g., entering contracts with local businesses). In addition to having at least one year of work experience, nomads must also carry health insurance coverage valued at KRW 100 million, or about $75,000 USD. Given these restrictions, we anticipate S. Korea's digital nomad visa program to be leveraged only by the truest of K-POP fans.

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It's end of the road for Golden Visa, those interested in the real-estate route to residency will have to buy property in the Autonomous Regions of the Azores and Madeira or in the interior territories, Lisbon, Porto, Algarve and more are out of bounds now. The recently launched Digital Nomad Visa will now be the best route for moving to Portugal

November 17, 2022 / 05:21 PM IST

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After imposing stricter requirements, the Prime Minister of Portugal, António Costa, has hinted at the end of the popular Golden Visa programme. The recently launched Digital Nomad Visa will now be the best route for moving to Portugal.

Following the footsteps of Malta, Cyprus and Bulgaria, Portugal might abolish its much-sought after Golden Visa programme. Though no formal official announcement has been made but Costa recently said, the government is re-evaluating programmes, including the Golden Visa, a fast-track residence visa issued to non-European Union (EU) nationals who have made a significant investment in Portugal, such as purchasing real-estate, making a capital investment, or creating employment opportunities.

“There are programmes that we are currently re-evaluating and one of them is the gold visa which, probably, has already fulfilled the function it had to fulfil and which, at this moment, it is no longer justified to maintain,” the Prime Minister has said.

It may be recalled that recently the Portuguese government had enforced stricter requirements for the Golden Visa by raising the Investment Fund option from €350,000 to €500,000; Capital Transfer from €1 million to €1.5 million and narrowing real-estate purchase options. For real-estate properties to qualify for Golden Visa, schemes to buy in Lisbon, Porto, the Algarve and surrounding areas on the coast are no longer permissible. Those interested in the real-estate route to residency will have to buy property located in the Autonomous Regions of the Azores and Madeira or in the interior territories.

Launched in 2012, Portugal’s Golden Visa programme has attracted more than €6.5 billion in investment by foreigners, mainly from China, Brazil, South Africa and the US, and large percentage of the investment by wealthy individuals has been used to buy real-estate. In July this year, investments through Portugal’s Golden Visa programme had increased to more than €78 million, more than double the €36 million recorded in July of 2021, according to Portuguese Immigration and Border Service (SEF).

The hint of abolition of Golden Visa is also being seen as a response to a drive by the European Parliament to shrink and regulate the multi-billion-euro citizenship and visa industries, which the EU has long considered a security risk. In March this year, European Parliament’s Central Liberties Commission had called the schemes “objectionable from an ethical, legal and economic point of view.”

What seems like the end of the road for the Golden Visa programme is the beginning of the Digital Nomad Visa programme that came into effect on October 30, 2022.

From the said date, Portugal has started accepting applications from individuals for the Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) that allows individuals to live and work in the country. Officially called the “residence visa for the exercise of professional activity provided remotely outside the national territory”, the new visa is an alternative to the existing "D7" visa, a popular residency permit mostly aimed at retirees and ‘passive income’ earners.

Portugal’s DNV is divided into two categories:

  • Short stay: Aimed at remote workers looking to stay temporarily in Portugal for up to one year

  • Residency permit: For digital nomads who are looking to secure a residency visa in Portugal that can be renewed up to five years

Eligibility: To be eligible, the individual will need to make four times the current national minimum wage to live and work in the country and provide a work contract or proof that they are self-employed. The current minimum monthly income in Portugal is €705 but is increasing to €750 in 2023. The monthly earning requirement is around $2,750 (€2,836).

Where to Apply: Individuals can apply at the Portuguese Consulate in their home country. If the applicant is already in Portgual, apply at SEF (Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras), the country’s Immigration and Border Service. Application should include proof of income for the past three months, tax residency documents, and either a contract of employment or proof that you are self-employed.

D7 visa versus DNV: Through the D7 Visa, Portugal has been attracting a lot of foreigners. However, DNV and D7 are not the same, The D7 Visa allows anyone to live and work in the county as long as they can earn the Portuguese minimum wage (€822.50 per month) per month. However, these earnings must come from ‘passive’ income streams like rent or investments. On the other hand, the DNV is aimed at people that are looking to relocate on a temporary basis and offers the opportunity of living and working in Portugal, but without a long-term commitment.

Best places for Digital Nomads:

Lisbon: Has more coworking spaces than any other city in the country; the best option is Liberdade22

Porto: Porto i/o is excellent for coworking and has four locations.

Peniche: Largo is the best option

Braga: Pick from Braga I/O, Factory Braga, and Regus Branch

Sagres: Coworksurf, a global network of workspaces, was cofounded in Sagres

Coimbra: Opt for Nest Collective located in the heart of the city

Madeira: The island of Madeira has a Digital Nomads Madeira project, which is an entire digital nomad village. Located in Ponta do Sol, a small town with a population of 8,200, the project is a joint initiative of Startup Madeira and the government of Madeira. Ponto do Sol offers free working space that is located at the John do Passos Cultural Centre that was founded as a tribute to the renowned Portuguese writer John dos Passos. The Working Space (9 am to 6 pm) includes free Internet, desk and chair, desktop, and a local host.
Preeti Verma Lal is a Goa-based freelance writer/photographer.
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Mexico's digital nomad visa requires 43,000 AUD savings in the past 12 months.

Indonesia's visa requires savings over 200,000 AUD or investment activity.

Vietnam offers a 90‑day e‑visa but no dedicated digital nomad visa.

Spain launched a digital nomad visa in 2022, boosting Malaga's ranking.

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The city bursts onto the Executive Nomad Index ranking, headed by Dubai, with quality of life as its main asset

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The pandemic and the digital revolution have ignited the phenomenon of digital nomads. The possibility of living and working from anywhere in the world is no longer a privilege of some professionals in the technology sector; now many workers and managers in all types of sectors have become expatriates.

The Executive Nomad Index report, a ranking of the most attractive cities or regions in the world for high-level remote workers, produced annually by the real estate consultancy Savills, focuses specifically on nomadic executives. Malaga city breaks into this list for the first time, in second position, after Dubai and above Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca.

The ranking of the twenty best locations in the world for remote workers is: Dubai, Malaga, Miami, Abu Dhabi, Lisbon, Barbados, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Algarve, Saint Lucia, Cayman Islands, Dubrovnik, Malta, Antigua, Côte d'Azur, Mauritius, Athens, Cyprus, Bahamas and Tuscany.

The visibility gained by Malaga as a result of Google's commitment to the cirt and the knock-on effect it has had on other multinationals (Vodafone, Citi, Globant, among many others) is key to understanding its dazzling entry into this international ranking. But apart from the obvious hype, the city offers solid reasons to attract the "wave of executives converted into digital nomads since the pandemic" cited in the report.

The Executive Nomad Index gives each city a score in five sections: speed of internet connection, quality of life, climate, air connectivity and price of high-end rental housing. Malaga achieved a total score of 32.38 points, only two points less than the number one city in the ranking, Dubai. Malaga scored the highest score of the entire list (10.38) for quality of life. Its score was also high (8.06) for internet connection and in competitiveness of prime rentals (5.26). Climate scored an average (4.45), above Dubai or Abu Dhabi but below tropical destinations such as Barbados, Cayman Islands, St Lucia or Miami.

All the locations included in this ranking have "a digital nomad visa programme or equivalent, or are already part of a large economic bloc that allows the free movement of people to live or work; they offer favourable climates all year round, a high quality of life and have established, first class, residential markets", according to Savills.

The report highlighted how Malaga has been "upping the ante in recent years as a major cultural and tourist destination, known for its superlative museums and beautiful old city". "The arrival of high-profile companies such as Google has given Malaga the seal of approval. All these companies say Malaga is the place to be and their reputation spreads by word of mouth," said José Félix Pérez-Peña, director of Savills Andalucía.

The report noted that the launch of Spain's digital nomad visa in 2022 "has undoubtedly helped propel Malaga" to break into second place in the ranking. "The city's attractive climate, beaches, culture and gastronomy are big plus points, but so is its comparatively affordable rental market; costs are half those of its European competitors in the index. Malaga's international airport is within easy reach of the city centre, an added bonus for executive nomads who rely on regular travel. Savills reminded that a direct flight from New York to Malaga was launched earlier this year.

Restaurant prices, rents and everyday life in Malaga remain cheap compared to other major European cities, and people feel "safe" in the city, Pérez-Peña added.

While the upper classes have traditionally gravitated towards large villas in the eastern part of the city, the western coast has become "the new focus of regeneration and flagship developments", according to Savills, which cites Sierra Blanca Tower, whose prices have set a new benchmark for Malaga at around 10,000 euros per square metre. The report specified that typical prime residential rents are 15-22 euros per square metre, but admitted that there are not enough homes in this range to meet demand.

"Executive nomads want everything to be ready when they move in, including furniture and internet connection," said Pérez-Peña. "We are seeing a lot of start-ups now catering to this market, but there are not enough properties available," he added.

Pérez-Peña said that there is also a shortage of high-quality offices and coworking spaces to cater for all the nomadic workers who are turning their sights on Malaga. "We haven't been building enough to meet the demand," he said.

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Croatia's visa allows stay up to one year with monthly income €2,300.

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Croatia, a country with a dwindling population, has become a hot destination for digital nomads - mostly young, highly educated and rich foreigners. Thousands of them are staying in the country, but the small number of those wishing to stay longer have to be resourceful as the law does not allow a stay of more than one year.

The global number of digital nomads is estimated at around 35 million. According to some estimates, that number is expected to reach one billion by 2035.

Croatia ranks high on the list of digital nomads’ favourite destinations. Even though data vary, depending on the source of information, a survey conducted by the Nomad List platform shows Croatia is globally the most attractive destination for digital nomads.

Croatia is a small country but what it offers is diverse so it attracts different groups of digital nomads, says Jan de Jong, founder of the Digital Nomads Croatia association.

The Dutch, who lives in Croatia, in 2020 launched amendment of the relevant laws owing to which Croatia introduced, as one of the first European countries to do so, a visa for digital nomads, enabling citizens of third countries to stay in the country for up to one year.

10,000 digital nomads staying in Croatia on a monthly basis

De Jong notes that one of the main reasons why digital nomads come to Croatia, besides infrastructure, which mostly includes the need for a good internet connection and an established community of digital nomads, is the lifestyle Croatia offers, which, in an addition to everything else, is very affordable.

That lifestyle seems to be very affordable to digital nomads, as an average digital nomad makes around €6,500 a month, according to Nomad List.

At the end of January 2023, there were 595 valid visas for digital nomads in Croatia, according to data from the Ministry of the Interior, however, that figure is much below the actual number of digital nomads staying in Croatia because it refers only to third-country citizens staying here for more than three months.

To get a complete picture of the situation, one should take into account EU citizens, who move freely throughout EU territory, including Croatia, without time limitations, as well as the large number of digital nomads from third countries staying in Croatia for less than a month.

The Ministry of the Interior says that it does not keep a record of the latter two categories of digital nomads, so their number can only be estimated.

Judging by trends for individual cities, including Zadar, Split and Zagreb, on the Nomad List platform, de Jong concludes that roughly 5,000 digital nomads arrive in Croatia a month. If every digital nomad is estimated to stay in Croatia for two months, one can say that around 10,000 digital nomads are staying in Croatia every month.

Meanwhile, after Croatia was one of the first European countries to introduce visas for digital nomads, other European countries have followed suit.

In addition to the basic requirements, such as remote work or self-employment and a certain minimum monthly income, which in Croatia amounts to €2,300, while in Iceland it is more than €6,000 – the visa for digital nomads also regulates the longest allowed stay in the country.

Croatia is one of the countries with more restrictive rules because if a digital nomad likes the country and wants to stay for more than a year, they must leave the country for at least six months in order to be able to apply for a visa again.

On the other hand, in other European countries the visa can mostly be extended, depending on the country, for example, in the Czech Republic a digital nomad visa can be extended for a period of three years in total.

Purpose of visa country’s tourist promotion

Even though de Jong says that the purpose of the visa for digital nomads was never to allow permanent stays, he notes that a certain number of digital nomads contact his association looking for advice on what to do if they want to stay in the country.

Asked if there is a legal way to extend the visa, the Ministry of the Interior says that that option does not exist and that it cannot even be extended with a permit for extended tourist stay.

The ministry explains this with the fact that the sole purpose of visas for digital nomads was “Croatia’s tourism promotion.”

One of those who got caught in that legal limbo is Steve Tsentserensky, a copywriter from Ohio, USA, who was among the first digital nomads to get a visa in Croatia.

During his six-month stay in Zagreb, he fell so much in love with the city that he decided to return for a longer period of time.

Asked how he would do that, because the law restricts his stay, unless he marries a Croat, establishes a company or finds employment, he says that he will do what is feasible to regulate his stay and probably again apply for a visa for digital nomads.

He stresses, however, that it would be good if the visa could be extended for a longer period of time, without applicants having to leave the country because they all have the possibility to reapply after the expiry of the six-month period, and the conditions are completely the same.

Another digital nomad, a woman from the USA, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said that after the expiry of her visa she did not want to leave the country and that, even though she kept the same job for which she receives a US salary, she found the solution in a fictitious employment contract.

Somebody offered me a work permit, she says cautiously. She considered other ways as well, such as starting a business, and was also advised to marry, but she believes that with the work permit she has also found a way to contribute to the community she lives in by paying taxes, because as a digital nomad she does not have to do it.

Both Americans like the relaxed lifestyle of Zagreb residents, which is why they want to stay for some time.

They did not say how long, but the woman said that she is actively learning Croatian and not thinking about leaving the country.

When they stay longer, they become immigrants

Caroline Hornstein-Tomic, a researcher at the Ivo Pilar Institute of Social Sciences, says that digital nomads are usually highly educated people, mostly in their 30s, who are also excellent consumers.

“If they decide to stay longer, they become a kind of immigrants,” she says and adds that there is still no research in Croatia on how digital nomads impact local communities, but that that impact certainly exists.

They boost tourism as well as other sectors of the economy, they have encouraged the development of infrastructure and the establishment of numerous hubs, as well as services that meet their need to get along in the new country, she says.

Hornstein-Tomic says that she has interviewed some of the nomads who have been staying on Dalmatian islands, and that she has heard about their positive experiences with the local community.

“Those who have decided to stay longer are interested in local jobs or business development, and they also do volunteer work, so apart from financial resources, they also have knowledge that they like to share,” says Hornstein-Tomic.

Commenting on the demographic potential of that group, de Jong says that digital nomads follow new trends and no longer go to countries where they have better-paying jobs but rather those where they like the lifestyle, bringing their well-paid jobs with them.

He thinks that the current remote work revolution will continue and that a reversal of the trend is not likely.

That trend can be the biggest opportunity for Croatia, from where around half a million people have emigrated over the past ten years looking for better-paying jobs, says de Jong, who has lived in Croatia for the past 16 years.

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Digital nomads promised lush forests, natural spas and a new co-working space in this German town

Baden-Baden has a 100-acre forest and a car-free city centre.   -   Copyright  Baden-Baden Kur & Tourismus GmbH
By Hayley Rogue Ashworth

If the pandemic taught us anything, it’s that a lot of jobs do not need to conform to the standard Monday-Friday, 9-5.

There has been a shift in the way we view our working lives. We are no longer satisfied with spending our days confined to office cubicles, counting down the days to our next holiday.

Instead, we are looking for that ideal work-life balance - for more control over our time and more enriching experiences. Add to that the current cost-of-living crisis sweeping across Europe, Brexit and the rising price of weekend travel, and it’s easy to see the appeal of the digital nomad lifestyle.

But with the whole world to choose from, and several countries like Costa Rica and Bali offering digital nomad visas, where to start?

As travel companies weigh in on the best places to start your expat life, an unassuming spa town in southwestern Germany is throwing its hat in the ring.

Is Baden-Baden poised to be the next big digital nomad destination?

Baden-Baden is preparing for the opening of its first dedicated coworking space, Opera Coworking. There are many ways this UNESCO World heritage town would make a great digital nomad destination.

Once known as the ‘summer capital of Europe’, Baden-Baden was the playground of 19th-century Monaco socialites. Located close to the French border in Germany’s Black Forest, it was a favourite escape when the South of France got too hot.

With a population of around 55,000, it’s quiet yet cosmopolitan, green, accessible and has a lot to offer in terms of work-life balance. It has its own airport serviced by most major European airlines, as well as train lines that connect you to the rest of Germany, Europe and beyond.

Calm your mind in green forests and natural spas

Baden-Baden proclaims to be the ‘city of the good-good life’, and it isn’t difficult to see why.

The region is 61 per cent forest, with the Lichtentaler Allee spanning almost 100 acres. This green oasis is home to over 300 species of trees and shrubs, and part of it runs through the car-free city centre. Here, outdoor enthusiasts can wind down with hiking, cycling, running, roller-blading and walking.

As well as shaking off any work frustrations, all those extra activities will help improve your mental and physical health.

For more wellness activities, there are several natural spas - in particular, the Friedrichsbad. At €32 for three hours, it has 17 coordinated bathing stations to follow, from warm air baths to thermal whirlpools.

Now, we’re not saying to spend all your time in the spa. But having time and freedom to properly unwind is one of the many benefits of becoming a digital nomad.

There are also six championship golf courses, various sporting and music events throughout the year, and a variety of museums and galleries.

Excellent train routes to the rest of Germany, Switzerland, Belgium and France make weekend getaways, fun day-excursions and work trips easy.

How to become a digital nomad in Germany

There are several visa options for digital nomads in Germany, which vary depending on how long you plan to stay there.

Those with an EU, EEA or Swiss passport can enter Germany for 90 days as a tourist. While you don’t need a visa or permit to work in Germany, you must register stays that are longer than three months with the local authorities.

Those in Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, the UK and the USA can apply for a residency permit without an entry visa.

Most other nationalities will need to apply for a visa from a German Embassy and a residence permit for self-employment. This requires proof of self-sustainability and a business plan.

In Germany, freelancers and self-employed are considered to be two different statuses. For tax purposes, it is best to be a freelancer, though freelance roles must fall under certain liberal professions specified by the government, such as art, engineering, legal, medical, science and teaching, among others.

Once in Germany, all digital nomads have two weeks to submit their German addresses and book an appointment with the Immigration Office to begin the residency process.

See you in Baden-Baden?

If your goal is to make as much money as possible for early retirement, then Baden-Baden may not be for you, as you will have to register as a resident and pay tax.

But if your digital nomad goal is more about creating a life full of balance, this German town could be your dream destination.

The clean air and greenery will soothe your soul, there are lots of activities to fill your downtime - and restaurants to fill your stomach.

Add to that easy access to other destinations and an excellent healthcare and social system, and Baden-Baden is well worth considering as the place to start your digital nomad journey.

What are the criteria of the top 20 digital nomad locations?

A digital nomad visa program or the equivalent

Cyprus limits digital nomad visas to 500 per year, requiring €3,500 monthly income.

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Guide to Cyprus from a former Wargaming employee: legalization, taxes, expenses Editorial articles
Useful information and tips for the publication dev.by prepared by Alexey Gerasimovich.
Alexey Gerasimovich moved with his family to Cyprus in 2014 as Deputy Head of Global Development at Wargaming.
He now lives in the center of the island and works as Chief Production Officer for Eschatology Entertainment.
For 8 + years in Cyprus, Alexey has accumulated a decent expertise on the island and shares it in the blog "Notes of the Hamster Gluck" (in fact, there are mainly about books and music, but about life in Cyprus, too, a lot of useful).
Alexey also wrote a guide to relocating to Cyprus.
The publication dev.by published a slightly shortened version with the permission of the author.
How to come to Cyprus for citizens of Belarus
Now you can enter Cyprus by any flight if you have:
• Double or multiple entry Schengen visa (single entry is not suitable)
• Double or multiple entry visa for Croatia, Romania or Bulgaria
• Residence permit / permanent residence of the EU
• Receipt of Cyprus with a stamp (a document from the migration department stating that you have applied for a residence permit or other legal status: the fact of filing is already sufficient grounds for staying on the island)
• National visa of Cyprus.
More information about all types of entry can be found on the website of the Embassy of Cyprus in Minsk.
Since Cyprus is an island, the easiest way to get to it is by plane (another option is by water: this year the ferry service with Greece resumed).
The main hubs from which usually fly to Cyprus are London, Athens, Dubai, Cairo, Tel Aviv, Yerevan, Beirut, Frankfurt, Paris, etc.
Restrictions in connection with COVID-19
Since June 1, 2022, Cyprus has lifted all entry restrictions in connection with Covid-19.
As well as the mask mode.
On the island itself, masks and a certificate of vaccination (or test) may be required in certain institutions (for example, hospitals).
Details about the old rules and their cancellation - on the official website.
Legal ways to live in Cyprus
In this section, I do not undertake to describe all the possibilities, but only those that are available to almost any specialist.
Individual cases with investments, purchase of real estate and opening of a company, I do not consider yet, since it requires investments that are far from every person who wants to come to Cyprus now.
Tourist
You can come to the island as a tourist, the rules of entry are described above, the time of stay also depends on the country:
• Citizens of Belarus – depends on the issued visa.
• Citizens of Ukraine – up to 90 days.
However, after this period, you must leave the island.
Also, you are not allowed to work on the island as a tourist.
Work visa
A work visa is the right to live in Cyprus while working as an employee of a particular Cypriot company.
That is, you can not just come and apply for such a visa yourself, it is done by the hiring company only after obtaining a visa permit from the Migration Office, and the request goes to a specific person in a particular company.
When obtaining a work visa, family members get the opportunity to obtain visitor visas - this is a type of non-work visas.
Family members include the spouse and minor children.
Since 2022, the spouses have also been able to work, obtaining a Spouse Employee visa.
If you stop working in this company (at your own request or on the initiative of the company), then you have only one month, during which you must either leave Cyprus, find another job on the island, or make yourself and your family a visitor visa.
To obtain a visa, the requirements are imposed on the company rather than on the applicant, but they are also useful to know:
• The company must have a work permit for third-country nationals.
• The salary of the employee must be at least 2500 euros before tax.
• A certificate of no criminal record is required.
Spouses of the holder of a work visa can work in Cyprus.
• For family members, it will be necessary to issue a letter of guarantee in the bank (insurance premium of 550 euros per person + the cost of the letter of guarantee).
Visitor visa
This type of visa allows you to live in Cyprus, but you do not have the right to work on the island.
The latter is important, since it is quite possible to work for a company outside Cyprus.
Or receive income from some of their business abroad.
The visa is issued to the applicant and his family members (spouse and minor children).
It is issued for a year and requires annual renewal.
To obtain a visa, you must:
• Own housing or lease agreement for at least 1 year.
• Submit documents to the Migration Office.
• Open a bank account and put a security deposit of 550 euros for each family member.
• Apply for annual health insurance.
• Transfer to a Cypriot bank account the amount of 10 thousand euros per applicant and 4.5 thousand euros for each family member (dependent).
In the future, this money can be used for life in Cyprus.
• Certificate of no criminal record.
Important: spouses of the visitor visa holder are not allowed to work in Cyprus.
Consideration of the application for a visitor visa takes from 6 to 12 months, but immediately after submitting the documents, you already have the legal right to live on the island and even leave it and return on the basis of the received coupon from the migration service (about obtaining documents for a visitor visa).
However, it is impossible to leave the island for a period exceeding three months.
Even if you have not yet been issued a permit, and it has already been 11 months, you need to apply again - the next year.
IT Nomad visa (digital nomad visa)
This type of visa in Cyprus appeared in the spring of 2022.
They can be obtained by IT specialists who wish to work remotely, living in Cyprus.
But the number of such visas is limited: from March 3, 2022, a limit of 500 per year is set.
To obtain such a visa, you must:
• Work for the company / client outside of Cyprus, performing their duties through telecommunication technologies (read - remotely on the Internet).
• Confirm that you will have a stable and sufficient monthly income of at least 3500 euros net (that is, after paying all taxes).
• Certificate of no criminal record.
• For family members, it will be necessary to issue a letter of guarantee in the bank (insurance premium of 550 euros per person + the cost of the letter of guarantee).
What is this visa:
• 1 year of official stay in Cyprus with the possibility of extension for the next 2 years.
• The right of residence for the spouse and minor children.
• Spouses cannot work in Cyprus.
• If you reside in Cyprus for more than 183 days per year, you become a Cyprus tax resident in that year and are required to pay local income tax (see section below), unless you confirm your status as a tax resident in another country.
The time for obtaining such a visa is now estimated at 5-7 weeks.
In this case, you can officially stay in Cyprus from the moment of applying for such a visa.
Salaries and expenses in Cyprus
There is not a single source that would give reliable salaries for all possible professions.
For the IT industry, more or less relevant data is here.
But you need to understand that this is also a “hospital average ”, and each company can have its own rates.
Some giants pay much more than the average.
Also often, the level of salary may depend on where the main office of the company is located on the island - for example, the cost of living in Limassol is higher than in Paphos or Larnaca.
In terms of cost of living and spending, there is also no single universal answer.
The most expensive city to live in is Limassol, where most Russian-speaking IT companies are concentrated.
Nicosia is cheaper, Larnaca and Paphos are even cheaper.
Plus, a young couple can spend less on life than a couple with two children (schools, circles, etc.).
A very average estimate can be obtained on this resource.
The information there is approximate, but by comparing it with estimates and real spending in your current city, you can calculate the coefficient and based on it estimate future costs.
There is also such a site - the largest "flea market" in Cyprus, where in fact you can find housing for rent and buy a car.
For a starting understanding of the price level is quite a good resource.
Taxation in Cyprus
If a person lives on the island for at least 183 days a year, he automatically becomes a tax resident of Cyprus, that is, he is obliged to pay income tax on his profits.
A detailed and up-to-date instruction on taxation in Cyprus is available on the PwC website, here it is in Russian.
But the most important thing is the tax on individuals.
He is progressive in Cyprus:
In addition, there are deductions from taxable income, of which the most significant are:
• If you are employed in a Cyprus company (work visa) not earlier than 2012 and this is your first job in Cyprus, then you receive a 20% deduction (but not more than 8550 euros) for the first 5 years, starting from the next year from which the work began.
Valid until 2030.
• If you are employed in a Cyprus company (work visa) not earlier than 2012 and this is your first place of work in Cyprus, with your annual income of at least 55 thousand euros, then you receive a 50% deduction for the first 17 years, starting from the next year from which the work began.
• You can also deduct contributions for life insurance, pension funds (figures on the link).
I also wrote about the benefits in more detail on my blog.
There are some good online tax calculators:
• Income Tax Calculator – calculation of income tax.
But it does not take into account the above deductions of 20% and 50%.
• Payroll Cost Calculator is more for companies to understand how much the company will cost an employee with a certain gross salary
• Dividend Tax Calculator - if you open your company and want to pay dividends to yourself, here you can calculate how much you will get on hand, and how much more you will pay taxes
Features of registration in connection with the “special operation ” in Ukraine
• By order of the ECB from March 9, 2022, citizens of Belarus can not have more than 100 thousand euros in their accounts in total.
Anything above this amount will either be frozen by the bank or rejected when trying to replenish the account.
• For Russians, such a restriction was introduced earlier – February 28, 2022.
• Officially, there is no ban on opening accounts for citizens of Belarus and Russia, but any bank can be safe.
However, if you have an official residence status in Cyprus, banks are unlikely to refuse to open an account.
Useful links
In compiling the document, I used materials prepared by the community Cyprus _ IT and personally its creator Oleg Reshetnikov, other chat rooms, as well as my own knowledge and personal recommendations from Cypriot lawyers.
I also recommend watching:
• This article by Oleg Reshetnikov.
Some data is outdated, not with all points I agree 100%, nevertheless it is quite good material;
• More information about visas and options for emigration to Cyprus;
• ReloGame Wiki – a document on relocations to different countries, including Cyprus, created by the community of managers and HR GameDV industry;
• Some aspects of life on the island in my blog.
dev.by is a website about information technologies in Belarus and in the world.
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Content: Is the American Dream dead? Couple who moved to Ecuador say they're 'aging in reverse' after escaping 'toxic hamster wheel' culture in the US - as families head overseas amid crippling debt and soaring house prices

  • Americans are choosing to up sticks and move to countries with lower cost of living and higher quality of life
  • Only 36 percent of Americans still believe in the 'American dream' that if you work hard, you'll get ahead
  • Young people who are saddled with student loans and facing high house prices are particularly likely to move away

Americans are trading in crippling debt and soaring house prices for white sand beaches and cheap rent abroad as some expats say the 'American dream is dead'.

One middle-aged couple who gave up their house and jobs to move to Ecuador even said they lost 50lbs after escaping the 'toxic hamster wheel' culture in the US.

And they're not alone. An estimated 9 million Americans live abroad currently, up from 6.8 million in 2013, according to the most recent State Department data.

House prices, inflation and debt have driven many to up sticks and move to countries with a lower cost of living and higher quality of life.

October polling by NORC found that only 36 percent of Americans still believe in the 'American dream' that 'if you work hard you'll get ahead'.

Amelia and JP said the only thing they regret is not moving abroad sooner

JP and Amelia with friends they have made since moving to Ecuador

And half of Americans believe the 'economic and political systems in the country are stacked against people like me' and that life is worse for people like them now than 50 years ago.

Instead, hundreds of people - particularly older and younger people - are choosing to move abroad in search of a 'better life'.

JP Stonestreet and Amelia Basista left Colorado to move to Ecuador in 2017 and now run a business helping other people move to live abroad.

They told DailyMail.com the only thing they regret is 'not going sooner'.

The pair were 'doing the American dream' in Colorado before they left, JP said: 'We had the house and the two cars and the mortgage'.

Amelia was out on the road four days a week for her regional sales job, while JP worked from home as a website designer, leaving them very little time to see friends or spend time together.

Amelia said: 'It was stressful, it was draining and it felt like my whole life was about my job - and it wasn't how I wanted to live my life, but I didn’t know what to do - but it’s kind of the American way of life, to be available 24/7.'

The pair have travelled more since moving to Ecuador including to Porto, Portugal

Day in the life: Colorado

4.30am: Amelia wakes up to go to a work out class before work

6.00am: Return home to get ready for work

8.30am: Set off on the road

Meetings and sales calls all day working on products while JP worked from home, he said: 'I was really a hermit, it was not good for me mentally. I just sat in front of my computer and worked all the time.'

4.00-6.00pm: Networking event

7.00pm: Home to eat dinner with JP

9.00pm: Go to bed

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Day in the life: Ecuador

No alarm set, wake up as the sun rises around 6.30am

Take the dog for a walk along the river

A yoga or belly-dancing class

Go shopping and cook lunch together

Do some work in the afternoon

Take a language class

Go out for dinner with friends or play dice at a bar

JP said: 'I still say sometimes when we’re doing something fun: "Amelia it’s Tuesday afternoon!" And we can’t believe we’re doing something so fun on a Tuesday.'

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They were earning around $8,000 a month between them, but were left with nothing after paying their mortgage, student loans and living expenses.

Then, JP got sick. He said: 'When I had my back injury and had to have two major spine surgeries in two months, I couldn’t work, I had a year of recovery, and after that we couldn’t afford the house and the cars anymore.

'We sold the cars and the house and moved into a one-bed in Denver - we were still going into the hole every month because of all the debt. We were in trouble. We didn’t know what to do, it was a very stressful time.'

The pair considered taking out a second mortgage, but they didn't want to get into more debt - already facing student loans and other bills of over $60,000 to pay off.

So they took a leap of faith, and moved to Cuenca, in Ecuador.

Their life changed completely, JP said: 'We’re able to spend our time together, we’ve paid off our debt, we’re able to save for retirement finally. We don’t set an alarm in the morning, we wake up when we wake up - we cook together.

'We were both overweight and we've lost about 50lbs combined'.

Ecuador: Cost of living

In Ecuador, the pair have a combined income between $8,000 and $10,000.

When they first moved, they only spent $1,500/month in total for rent, health insurance, food, travel and entertainment, that has now increased as they realized they don't need to be so frugal.

They paid $800/month for their first three bed, three bath home in Cuenca.

They then paid $2,500/month for a luxury beachfront condo

Private health insurance for $240/month for full coverage for both of them.

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And their cost of living has dropped substantially, meaning they are also able to save for retirement in a way they never were in the US.

JP said: 'I was really close to either dying or being paralyzed from neck down and we realized working towards a retirement we may never be able to afford wasn’t worth it.

'That was when we realized the American dream was dying - that it doesn’t exist any more. Many people are telling us they'll have to work until they die, they’re stuck in this cycle.'

The couple are one of hundreds who have fled rising cost of living in the US fueled by the pandemic and inflation.

Older people are increasingly likely to make the move when they realize they are working for a retirement they may not be able to afford.

At the end of 2021, nearly 450,000 retirees received their social security benefits outside the US, up from 307,000 in 2008, according to the Social Security Administration.

But younger people are moving too - on TikTok, young American influencers share clips from their exotic lifestyles abroad.

Cara Celeste West, 32, was living in Austin, Texas and working as a sales manager when her family decided to up sticks and become 'completely nomadic'.

The family decided to leave the US so they could pay off their debt and enjoy a higher quality of life abroad

Cara said it was hard giving up her life in the US but that she has no regrets

She told DailyMail.com: 'I was living the standard American lifestyle with a standard two-bedroom apartment in a nice area close to downtown Austin.

'My husband and I were both working full-time jobs, each had a vehicle, and could afford to go on weekend getaways from time to time.'

But it wasn't perfect, they were paying $1530 per month for a two-bedroom apartment, and were in about $70,000 of debt.

She said: 'Because we were in so much debt, we did not have the funds to put our daughter in day care so we were working opposite schedules to avoid paying for childcare, which meant we often never saw each other.'

So they made the decision to become 'completely nomadic', she said: 'We decided to sell almost everything we owned and live abroad because we wanted to spend more time together as a family rather than working so much to pay for our living expenses.'

She added: 'And most importantly, living abroad has provided us with a much more sense of safety than in the US'.

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The family travel professionally and are planning to visit the UK and Mexico next

She started a new job as a luxury travel concierge and the family are currently in Greece.

She said: 'Because we are able to bring our U.S. based income to other countries where the cost of living is more affordable we can stretch our income further for our basic needs such as food, healthcare, housing, and child care.'

She said: 'Living in America has, for many families and individuals, become a life of living paycheck to paycheck or borrowing money in the form of loans or putting basic necessities on credit cards.

'Many people are just trying to get by and the financial stress has diminished the quality of life for many.

Inflation hits The American Dream: It now costs a staggering $3.4 million to get married, buy a home, raise children, cover healthcare and retire (plus there's $8k for a funeral!)

The so-called 'American Dream' is the benchmark that many people hope to achieve in their lifetime - getting married, buying a home and a car and raising children.

But new analysis has found that achieving these milestones now costs a staggering $3,455,305 - much more than most Americans will make in their lifetime.

One of the biggest amounts is for paying off a mortgage on a property. The average homebuyer will fork out $796,998, according to Investopedia - assuming a 10 percent down payment and a 30-year fixed loan at 7.2 percent interest.

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'It has not been an easy journey for us, it’s been honestly one of the most challenging things we’ve ever done to part with so many of the material things we worked so hard to obtain but we realized that our main goal was to have a life that aligned with our morals and values.

'Although we live a very minimalistic lifestyle now, living in countries that allow our income to stretch and living below our means, and giving up on achieving the American dream in America, has allowed us to achieve something better abroad - Freedom.'

Last week it was revealed that Americans need an extra $11,400 a year on average to afford the same quality of life they enjoyed in 2021, according to analysis from Republican members of the US Senate Joint Economic Committee.

Colorado is the worst hit state, where residents must fork out an extra $14,995 to afford the same quality of life as two years ago.

Housing affordability slumped to a multi-decade low this year. During the pandemic house prices ballooned from $329,000 in January 2020 to $433,000 two years later, according to US census data.

Mortgage rates have also soared, somebody purchasing a $400,000 home two years ago would pay around $1,623 a month for their mortgage.

The same buyer today faces monthly payments of $2,585 - more than $1,000 extra.

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Between October 2022 and October 2023, car insurance, white bread and shelter were up 19.2, 7.1 and 6.7 percent respectively

As well as negative factors in the US, there are also positive factors pulling Americans abroad.

The process has also gotten easier and for Americans, getting a visa is relatively straightforward.

Forty-three countries - including Greece, Portugal and Spain - have put in place Digital Nomad visas, where you can work remotely for a year or there are Golden Visa pathways, Entrepreneur visas or retirement or work visas.

According to relocation company, Lexidy, the most common country Americans move to is Mexico, followed by Canada and then there are smaller populations in France, Italy, Germany and Israel.

Close to 800,000 Americans are in Mexico alone, 200,000 in France and 72,000 in Greece.

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What are critical aspects of the digital nomad lifestyle?

Challenges include unreliable internet, visa limits, tax complexity, and isolation.

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A Guide for College Students Embracing the Digital Nomad Lifestyle

A digital nomad is someone who works remotely and travels often. Their work doesn’t require them to report to an office or adhere to a strict schedule. Instead, they can work anywhere in the world, doing the job they love.

It’s no wonder this lifestyle is appealing more to college students. They can travel the world while studying and working abroad. That said, being a college student and a digital nomad is a challenge. It’s not like a vacation where all you have to worry about is enjoying yourself.

You have to learn how to balance the fun of traveling with work and school commitments. The following tips will help you do just that.

Understand What the Digital Nomad Lifestyle Will Be Like

You have to understand what the digital nomad lifestyle will be like if you want it to work out. You can assess whether this life is for you, and better prepare for it if you decide that it is.

Here are some critical points to consider about the digital nomad lifestyle:

  • A work-life balance is a must
  • Traveling often can be exhausting
  • You must ensure access to healthcare
  • You need a plan for financial stability
  • You’ll have to adapt to new cultures and languages
  • Knowing visa requirements and other legal requirements is essential
  • You might experience homesickness, especially if you go international
  • Balancing school with work and life in a new place is a big commitment

Dig into these factors and research all you’ll have to do and give up to be a digital nomad. Then, you can make an informed decision about moving forward.

Master Time Management

You’ll have to take your time management up a few notches if you want to be a digital nomad.

It’s one thing to balance life and school. It’s another to balance life, school, traveling, and potentially, work. You must learn how to divide your days so that you pay each of these things the attention they need. In addition, time management will ensure you don’t burn out.

Start with a routine to build some consistency into your days. Wake up at the same time regardless of your schedule and get ready for your days the same way.

You can establish priority tasks the night before, like your classes, if you’re working, and when you’ll study. Set aside time for breaks, meals, and leisure time as well. Building these activities into your schedule will ensure you actually do them.

Attach times to each task and activity. For example, you have classes from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Next, you’ll have lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. After that, you have work from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Then, you’ll study from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and the rest of the night is yours.

Manage your time wisely and you can achieve everything you set out for each day.

Learn How to Stay Productive

One of the biggest challenges digital nomads run into is staying productive. All of the fun activities you can do when you travel to a new place can be distracting. It might be hard to stay motivated when you’re homesick. Technical and logistical issues can impact your productivity as well.

So, learning how to maintain peak productivity while studying and working on the road is essential.

Adhering to the routine we mentioned above will help keep you focused. Eliminate distractions while working by turning your phone on Do Not Disturb and muting social media apps. Create a designated workspace. You could also incentivize productivity by promising yourself a fun activity after you complete your work.

Secure your tech setup as well to maintain optimal productivity. Make sure you have the basics, like a good laptop set up with the proper work and school software and noise-canceling headphones.

Another crucial tool to have is a mobile hotspot. A hotspot ensures you can connect to the internet wirelessly on your mobile devices from virtually anywhere. This will come in handy when you travel internationally or to places with spotty internet connections. No matter where you are, you can still access your studies and any work you’re doing online.

Equip yourself with the right tools and techniques to stay productive as a digital nomad.

Choose Work That Aligns With Your Studies and Interests

Digital nomads are known to take many different directions with their work. You have options and can easily make a living while studying and traveling abroad. The key is ensuring the work you do doesn’t distract from your education and pull you away from who you are.

You’ll have a much better experience as a digital nomad if you choose work that aligns with your studies and interests. Rather than taking the barista job at the local cafe, work with your school to see if there are any work-study opportunities where you’re traveling.

You can also take the job search into your own hands. Search for job openings before you head to your destination through online job boards. Ask for referrals from fellow students.

Consider fully remote positions as well. There are many work-from-home jobs available that can accommodate a college student’s digital nomad lifestyle, such as being a tutor or a content writer for subjects related to your major.

Whatever work you decide to do, make sure it doesn’t take away from your studies and aligns with who you are and what you want to be.

Conclusion

Many college students are attracted to the digital nomad lifestyle because it allows them to travel freely while studying and working where they want to. As enticing as this life is, being a digital nomad isn’t void of challenges.

Make sure you understand what you’re getting into, master time management, learn to stay productive, and choose work that aligns with your studies and interests to give yourself a real chance at a successful digital nomad life.

SEE ALSO: How to Choose the Right Student Housing in the U.S.

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As the world rapidly adapts to the digital revolution, we are witnessing the rise of a new type of worker: digital nomads.
Digital nomads are professionals who work remotely using technology, enabling them to travel and live a lifestyle unrelated to location.
This trend of nomadic working life is more than just a fad; it ’ s a sweeping shift in the way we look at work, and it ’ s made possible thanks in large part to advances in technologies such as remote storage and remote desktop software.
Remote desktop storage has become an important tool for digital nomads.
With it, they can access their work computer or office network from anywhere in the world as long as they have an internet connection.
This ability to work remotely not only provides flexibility, but also allows digital nomads to maintain high levels of productivity wherever they are.
Splashtop understands the complexity of this lifestyle and is committed to providing solutions to address the unique challenges faced by digital travelers, such as connectivity issues and secure access to remote resources.
We strive to improve the flexibility provided by this lifestyle, aiming to make the world a seamless workspace.
With the right remote desktop and remote storage tools, the world can indeed be your workplace.
That ’ s the power of technology today – it makes geography irrelevant, it ’ s changing the way we work, travel and live.
Welcome to the digital nomadic world powered by Splashtop ’ s remote desktop solutions.
Defining digital nomads and their challenges
Digital nomadism is the practice of doing work by relying on digital technology, often for remote work from abroad.
This lifestyle offers enticing benefits such as flexibility, freedom and the charm of travel.
However, this is not without challenges.
The key is connectivity issues due to different global internet stability and maintaining productivity in different time zones and environments.
The right tools, including reliable remote desktop software, can help address these challenges and make digital nomadic a rewarding and efficient way to work.
Remote Desktop: Solutions for Digital Travellers
Remote desktop software bridges the connection between your device and computer by using the Internet as a medium.
This process involves using two applications, even the "client" application on the portable device and the "proxy" application installed on the desktop.
This duo enables you to establish a remote desktop connection that effectively lets you control and interact with your desktop, regardless of time and place, as if you were immersive.
Basically, you can control your primary computer, access files, use apps, and even perform complex tasks from a remote location, all as if you were sitting in front of your computer.
Digital nomads can leverage remote desktop technology to dramatically increase their productivity.
For example, let ’ s say you ’ re a digital hobbyist who often uses specialized software installed on your home computer.
With remote desktop storage, you can use your laptop or even tablet to run this software from anywhere in the world without having to carry your home computer with you.
Alternatively, you may be a software developer or graphic designer (and also a digital nomad!) and you may need access to a powerful home desktop for coding or testing.
By using remote desktop software, you can take advantage of the processing power of your home computer to run intensive applications smoothly while traveling from a portable laptop or even tablet.
As a digital hobbyist, you may be worried that the main computer in your home is going into sleep mode, which may interrupt your remote storage.
This can interfere with your workflow, especially if you are in a different time zone or location.
However, with Splashtop, this concern is a thing of the past. Splashtop offers a “Wake Up Computer ” feature specifically designed to wake your remote computer from its sleep state.
This feature ensures that you can always connect to your computer, no matter where you are in the world, providing an uninterrupted, reliable remote storage experience.
Remote desktop tools also provide secure access to your files without the need to sync or transfer them across devices, reducing the risk of data loss or theft.
This technology is also beneficial when digital nomads need to collaborate with team members in real time, as they can remotely access a colleague ’ s computer to get help or perform a task.
One of the major benefits that remote desktop storage brings to digital travelers is the ability to overcome the unpredictability of travel.
Whether it ’ s an unforeseen situation that causes a hardware failure, or simply an inability to access a specific document, a remote desktop solution can provide the necessary buffers to keep your workflow running smoothly.
One such solution is Splashtop, which is designed to provide secure and reliable remote storage. With a user-friendly interface and strong connectivity, Splashtop supports a seamless remote work experience.
It is an effective tool for connecting to your main computer from any other device (laptop, tablet or even smartphone).
Its cross-platform features allow you to work across operating systems without compatibility issues.
All of this doesn ’ t require a lot of technical setup. All you need is an internet connection.
With Splashtop or similar tools, the world truly becomes a workspace for digital hobbyists, making geography a consideration of the past.
Tips for Using Remote Desktop Storage Effectively
Choosing the right remote desktop tool is critical to getting the benefits of this technology.
When choosing a tool, consider factors such as ease of use, reliability, speed, and security features.
Compatibility with different operating systems and devices is also an important factor, especially for digital nomads who may use various devices.
Ensuring safe and smooth remote storage is just as important.
Find tools that provide robust security measures such as two-factor authentication and data encryption.
A reliable internet connection also plays a vital role in ensuring smooth access.
It is recommended to use backup connection options in case of network instability, such as portable Wi-Fi or mobile hotspots.
With Splashtop ’ s adaptive streaming technology, you can still experience high-performance remote storage even on less than perfect internet connections, ensuring a seamless digital nomadic experience.
With Splashtop Remote Desktop Software, you will be able to...
• Work from home or anywhere in the world by accessing your work computer from any device without having to worry about transferring data to the cloud or investing in additional hardware or software licenses.
• Experience real-time, high-definition viewing of a remote computer screen, delivering up to 4K streaming at 40 frames per second for a low-latency remote storage experience.
Control your computer remotely from another computer, tablet, or mobile device as if you were sitting directly in front of it.
• Direct access and modification of any document on a remote computer without cloud upload or email transfer.
• Operate any software on a remote computer, from Adobe Creative Suite and video editing applications to CAD programs and much more.
Security is a top priority at Splashtop, and we protect your and your company ’ s data with encrypted connections, multi-level password options, two-factor authentication, and other features.
Learn more about Splashtop ’ s security and sign up for a free trial to experience it for yourself!
Conclusion – Remote Desktop for Digital Nomads
Embracing the digital nomadic lifestyle requires versatile tools to meet the unique challenges of remote work.
Remote desktop storage is an indispensable tool that increases flexibility and ensures productivity no matter where you are.
It allows you to access and control your main computer from a remote location, use specific software, and securely access your files.
Tools like Splashtop provide a seamless remote work experience that digital hobbyists anywhere in the world can rely on.
By offering a combination of strong connectivity, cross-platform compatibility, security features, and high-performance streaming, Splashtop is the ideal companion for digital hobbyists, hybrid workers, and remote workers.
Ready to unleash your full potential as a digital nomad?
Learn more about Splashtop ’ s remote desktop software and discover how it can revolutionize your remote work experience.
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Verena is an International SEO Manager at Splashtop.
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Explore the exciting career possibilities that let you travel while earning an income.

If you have been dreaming of exploring a new city and tasting food from different cultures, you’re not alone. The ongoing pandemic brought travel to a halt for a time, leaving many of us yearning for an escape.

A study conducted by researchers from Washington State University found that those who traveled multiple times a year at least 75 miles from home were 7 percent happier than those who did not [1]. Incorporating travel into your life can be beneficial for your career as it can foster empathy, creativity, adaptability, and resiliency—invaluable skills in any workplace.

In this article, we’ll cover the different types of jobs that are both in-demand and may offer the flexibility to allow for more travel.

Types of jobs that allow you to travel

There are plenty of opportunities to incorporate travel into your career. You might not be ready to take the leap of quitting your job to become a dive instructor in Fiji, but perhaps you want to work remotely to explore a few different locations. Others might be opting for a career that allows for occasional travel, to conduct research or to execute an event.

Here are the different types of jobs that can be conducive to travel:

  • Fully remote jobs

  • Trade jobs that allow continual or frequent travel

  • Jobs that offer long breaks or sabbatical leave

  • Jobs based in a foreign country

*All salary and job outlook data represents median salaries in the United States and is sourced from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (January 2022), unless otherwise stated

Fully remote jobs

The COVID-19 pandemic has helped make remote work the new norm, especially among “knowledge workers.” Having the freedom to work remotely means you may be able to work just about anywhere with an internet connection. This may require you to be extra vigilant of time zones so you don’t schedule meetings with your clients or colleagues at odd hours. Remote jobs can be an excellent way to stay employed while traveling.

Read more: 10 Remote Work-From-Home Jobs that Pay Well

1. Web/graphic designer

Like many others on this list, plenty of web and graphic designers today are becoming digital nomads, meaning they are location-independent. Whether you’re a freelancer with your own clients or working under a fixed contract with a company, design work can typically be done anywhere with a good internet connection.

  • Median salary: $77,200

  • Job outlook: 13 percent (faster than average)

  • Entry-level education: Bachelor’s degree

Read more: What does a graphic designer do?

2. Software developer

This in-demand career is a great option for analytical, detail-oriented individuals with a background in computer science or information technology. Software developers write code to create or update computer applications and programs, work that can often be done remotely.

  • Median salary: $110,140

  • Job outlook: 22 percent (much faster than average)

  • Entry-level education: Bachelor’s degree

3. Cybersecurity analyst

As a cybersecurity analyst, you are responsible for executing security measures to protect a company’s computer systems. Like web-based designers and engineers, this work can be done remotely. Take advantage of this by working from home and taking short trips, or switching up your location every few months.

  • Median salary: $103,590

  • Job outlook: 33 percent (much faster than average)

  • Entry-level education: Bachelor’s degree

Read more: 10 Popular Cybersecurity Certifications

4. Writer

As a writer, you have the opportunity to work from anywhere. Your salary can vary depending on whether you are a content or SEO writer, copywriter, grant writer, academic researcher, journalist, or novelist. Since writing tends to be done on a computer, you can typically continue working while you travel.

  • Median salary: $67,120

  • Job outlook: 9 percent (as fast as average)

  • Entry-level education: Bachelor’s degree

Trade jobs that allow for frequent travel

Some trade jobs enable you to continually be on the move or to be assigned to a location for a few months at a time. Some of these jobs require only a high school diploma plus training. If you crave continuous movement and change, then these may be a good fit for you.

5. Flight attendant

As a flight attendant, you can travel to many cities around the world in addition to receiving flight benefits for you and your family. To become a flight attendant, you must be physically fit to stand for long periods of time and help passengers with luggage, have experience with customer service, and be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Flight attendants often start with domestic flights before moving on to desirable international routes.

  • Median salary: $59,050

  • Job outlook: 30 percent (much faster than average)

  • Entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent and FAA certification

6. Travel nurse

Travel nurses are employed by a nursing staffing agency instead of a hospital, which means you can travel domestically or internationally to a new location when hospitals need temporary nurses. To become a travel nurse, you need to be a licensed and registered nurse with at least a year of experience working in acute care. Salary depends on location and demand. During COVID-19, for example, travel nurse pay increased to over $10,000 per week.

  • Median salary: $75,330 (registered nurse)

  • Job outlook: 9 percent (as fast as average)

  • Entry-level education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing, plus licensure exam

7. Pilot

A huge perk of becoming a pilot is being able to travel to different destinations. Depending on the airline, pilots tend to have a minimum of 12 to 15 days off per month, called “reserve days,” that are often spent in hotels far from home. Becoming a commercial pilot requires a license from the FAA. Pilots tend to start out flying charter flights and tours before they can fly customers on domestic and international routes.

  • Median salary: $130,440

  • Job outlook: 13 percent (faster than average)

  • Entry-level education: Bachelor’s degree

8. Yoga or sports instructor

This is perhaps one of the most exciting jobs with flexible hours and travel potential. Teaching yoga, sports, or recreational activities like diving, skiing, ziplining, surfing, or soccer can be a fun way to live in a new place. These jobs tend to be popular in tourist destinations—think living in the mountains or dreamy beach locale while earning an income.

  • Median salary: $40,510

  • Job outlook: 39% (much faster than average)

  • Entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent, plus yoga teacher training or other sports certification

Jobs that allow you to take long breaks

These jobs operate either on a school timeline or a project basis, allowing for weeks or months of free time. Pursue one of these jobs, and use that extra free time for travel.

9. Professor

Becoming a professor usually requires a PhD, making this job a good fit for someone already pursuing a graduate or doctoral degree. Professors often get summer and winter breaks during which they may attend conferences, plan classes, prepare budgets, or go on vacation. Sabbaticals are typically six months and are available every seventh year, unless the university’s policies allow otherwise. This time can be used toward conducting fieldwork abroad (researching sea turtles in Costa Rica or archival studies in Egypt, for example), writing a book, or developing new programs and pedagogies.

  • Median salary: $80,560

  • Job outlook: 12 percent (faster than average)

  • Entry-level education: Usually a PhD, but sometimes a master’s degree is enough for community colleges

10. K-12 teacher

As a K-12 teacher, your summer breaks provide a relief from 180 days of teaching. During the school year, teachers spend a lot of extra time planning classes, grading papers and exams, and developing fun activities for students. When summer rolls around, take advantage of the extended break to travel.

  • Median salary: $62,870 (high school teacher)

  • Job outlook: 8 percent (as fast average)

  • Entry-level education: Bachelor’s degree, plus state-issued certification or license

11. Management consultant

Management consultants take on projects with companies where they lead strategy and business analysis to improve efficiency. For some consultants, this requires traveling up to four days a week (Monday to Thursday) or being based in a new location for months at a time.

Management consulting is notoriously competitive because it is considered prestigious, well-paid, and good training for entrepreneurship, at the cost of long hours. If you don’t mind a bit of grind while you explore a new city or location, this might be a good career choice for you.

Further, there is a growing trend of companies providing benefits such as flexible paid leave and sabbaticals.

  • Median salary: $87,660

  • Job outlook: 14 percent (faster than average)

  • Entry-level education: Bachelor’s degree

Jobs based in a foreign country

These jobs allow you to live abroad for months or years. Often, these jobs require you to teach, research, or work collaboratively with the local community. If you are excited about a purposeful career advocating for a social issue or an adventurous job reporting news on global politics and the economy, then this might be a satisfying career option.

12. Non-governmental organization (NGO) worker

As an NGO worker, you may be in charge of implementing programs in countries with developing or emerging markets, usually addressing social or political issues such as poverty, hunger, disaster relief, environment, or peace and security. You might be in charge of communications, partnerships, or fundraising. The exciting part is that you get to live in the country for an extended time, fully immersed in the local culture. It can be a life-changing and rewarding experience.

  • Median salary: $69,600 (social and community service managers)

  • Job outlook: 15 percent (faster than average)

  • Entry-level education: Bachelor’s degree

13. English teacher

Teaching English can be a fulfilling way to spend a year living in a foreign country. Outside of the classroom, enjoy sightseeing, attending local festivals, eating street food, and embarking on adventures with new friends. Typically, a TESOL or TEFL certification is required.

There are many teaching exchange programs, such as Japanese Exchange and Teaching (JET), English Program in Korea (EPIK), and the Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) that hire young adults to teach English abroad. Other similar reputable programs include the British Council and Council on International English Exchange. Another option is to teach subjects like history, literature, science, art, or math at international schools, which tend to be located in cities globally.

  • Median salary:  $50,953 (average salary from Glassdoor)

  • Entry-level education: Bachelor’s degree

14. Foreign correspondent

If you are trained as a journalist or photojournalist, you may be interested in taking your career abroad. There is a great need for reporting on the political and economic situation in other countries. As a journalist based overseas, you have the opportunity to interview and interact with locals on a daily basis to understand what’s really happening on the ground, while enjoying an unconventional and exciting lifestyle.

  • Median salary: $49,300 (news analysts, reporters, and journalists)

  • Job outlook: 6 percent (as fast as average)

  • Entry-level education: Bachelor’s degree

15. Anthropologist

Conducting fieldwork and ethnographic research is a significant part of studying the development and behavior of humans and their environment. Fieldwork for research organizations, government agencies, consulting firms, and universities often requires traveling for extended periods. While some anthropologists today are beginning to study local cities and towns to create sustainable social change, many conduct participant observation in foreign contexts for an unbiased perspective.

  • Median salary: $66,130

  • Job outlook: 7 percent (as fast as average)

  • Requirements: Master’s degree or PhD

Tips for transitioning into a travel-friendly job

Traveling more does not necessarily mean losing your place in your career. These options offer opportunities for you to continue working while satiating your desire for new adventures.

When considering whether to switch careers or plan ahead for a future role, it is important to understand whether you want to travel with your work or simply have a job that offers more vacation time to travel for pleasure. Here are some tips to help you decide what feels right:

  • Start small. If you are considering a remote job or living in another country for an extended amount of time, perhaps you can visit that country first on vacation before committing to a year. Or, take a weekend trip nearby to know whether you seek an urban or rural outdoorsy lifestyle.

  • Understand what type of job works best for you. Consider your lifestyle and family needs, and figure out what your transferable skills are.

  • Don’t quit your day job right away. If you are hoping to transition into a remote career, such as graphic design or writing, start by taking classes to brush up on your skills or creating a portfolio in your spare time.

  • Take the leap. Once you have decided on a financially responsible plan, pushing your comfort zone can be scary. But oftentimes, a calculated risk can reap positive rewards. Try to adopt a growth mindset. It may be a tough adjustment moving to a new city or country, but trust that you can make it work.

Next steps

Start building the skills you need for an in-demand, remote-friendly job with a Professional Certificate in user experience (UX) design, cybersecurity, social media marketing, or teaching English as a second language (TESOL). Learn from industry leaders at your own pace, and earn a credential for your resume.

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What non-IT jobs can digital nomads conduct?

What non-IT jobs can digital nomads conduct?

Common tools: laptops, cloud services, VPN, Slack, Zoom, Trello, Notion, Google Workspace.

Additional tools: remote desktop (Splashtop), VPN, cloud storage, collaboration platforms.

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[Ming Pao News] Chen Lok Hsi, founder and chairman of China Master Global Group, said that the emerging lifestyle of digital nomads has many gray areas in tax. The group ’ s chief tax partner, Po-Chi Wong, said that the tax requirements and types of taxes are different in each place. It is also clear that there is no tax liability in the nomadic areas.
She suggested that it be possible to check whether there is a Comprehensive Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreement with Hong Kong. "There are some indicators of the number of days (stay), such as how many days in a foreign country, it is not regarded as a local tax resident, but a Hong Kong tax resident, and it is necessary to pay tax to Hong Kong".
Digital Nomad Visa Can Work Legally
In response to this emerging lifestyle, more than 40 countries around the world, such as Spain and Portugal, have introduced “digital nomad visas ” to deal with tax and visa conditions. Tax exemption for a period of time to attract talent.
Kristie added that digital nomads who enter the country on a tourist visa can generally stay for a shorter period of time. After the visa expires, they may need a visa run, that is, after leaving the country, and the visa period is recalculated; while digital nomads usually provide a longer stay, some can stay for up to 5 years.
However, she said that digital nomad visas generally require applicants to meet certain income requirements and provide proof of income, proof of employment, etc., which is not easy for freelancers like her to apply.
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