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A city in Italy is dubbed The world’s new “Silicon Valley”.
In contrast to San Francisco (Actually The basis of Silicon Valley), there is no sign of heaven-level rates and a splash of crime waves that push external employees the opposite, actually.

While Rome, Venice and the breathtaking Amalfi coast will always be travelers to immerse themselves in the renowned cultural pleasures of Italy, ranging from bucket list wonders, phenomenal eating and postcard beaches, a city in Sicily, that is on one or another way overlooked is now proclaimed Like the latest digital Nomad hotspot in the country.
That’s right; The lively capital of Sicily, the home of pizzas and Piazza’s, has become a refuge for external employees who have embraced the chance to live in this relaxed blue water paradise.
More Americans who set up a store in Palermo


It is estimated PalermoA city of nearly 700,000 people with a view of the beautiful Tyrrhenian Sea has already attracted 1,000 new ‘inhabitants’, with many Americans leading the leadership.
Sicily is a name that we all know, but it would surprise you that most travelers prefer the above icons of the mainland.
Digital nomads discover what others have missed. First and foremost, Palermo (and the whole of Sicily is really) is wonderful to visit the views every time of the year, but at the moment, on the way to spring, it is floating comfortably again in the 60s and at the top of the 80s again In summer.


As you can see, while digital nomads are starting to complete their winter sun needs, it is not necessary to pack and go hurry, especially with a hospitable community that starts to bloom with new co-working spaces that pop up such as as like PMO Coworkingmarked by Nomade capitalist One of the best in Europe.
From all Italian cities to make your basis, why Palermo?
Some of the most renowned cities in Europe can be the most expensive and Italy is no different.
Palermo comes in a circle and is a great place for digital nomads, not only because it embraces a new identity as a startup hub, but also because you can experience the fascinating culture of Italy, unparalleled kitchen and amazing landscape without the bank break – usually Numero Uno On the list of worries of digital nomads.


Long -term stay at Airbnb can be found less than $ 900 for a private apartmentAnd most are within walking distance of the beach and the timeless city center of Palermo.
Better yet, often local agencies are even cheaper than large platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO.
Known for epic seafood and cheap pizza, the savings of digital nomads on rent will probably go to eat out because the food scene is impossible to pass.
During downtime between work tasks there are plenty of things to do and see. It is clear that the breathtaking beaches of Sicily are the best attraction.


According to TripadvisorThese are Palermo’s top 3 beaches to visit:
- Spiaggia di Mondello
- Lido Valdesi
- Lido Sferracavello
Inland of the coast, you will discover picturesque graceful piazza’s at home for inviting street markets, stunning cathedrals such as the indispensable Palermo -CathedralAnd countless cafés to start your day or use it as an office with a warm cappuccino in hand.
General, Palermo is in 22nd place worldwide As a top dital nomad destination.
The digital nomadvisa of Italy


Of course, you could just stay in Palermo to escape from the ice cold cold of a large part of the world, but what is the pleasure that if you can stay all year round?
Italy launched its official digital Nomad visa last spring. It is clear that travelers had many questions, such as “what lasted so long?!”.
Especially real, like most visas, there is an extensive list of requirements, for which you can read everything about, but we will treat the basics.
Basic requirements:
- Evidence that the income of around $ 30,000 has to ensure that you are exempt from the costs of health care
- Buy an extensive health insurance policy that is valid for your entire stay
- No first timers; Must have worked remotely for 6 months before the arrival in Italy is
- No criminal record in the past 5 years
Digital nomadvisa are valid for a full calendar year and have the possibility for an extension of a maximum of 2 years.




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