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If you dream of a digital nomad lifestyle in Europe, these are the top 3 countries currently offering digital nomad visas.
Visas for digital nomads have become increasingly popular in recent years and many European countries have started to offer them.
However, some countries have extremely high income requirements, making the visa inaccessible to the average digital nomad.
Below are the European countries where digital nomad visas are easiest to obtain.
These are also countries with a more affordable cost of living, where you can enjoy a great quality of life for less money.
1. Albania
Albania is by far the best destination for digital nomads in Europe.
This underrated Balkan country is among the cheapest destinations in Europe, so you can live a great life here without breaking the bank.
Albania also has some of the most beautiful beaches in all of Europe, and the lively seaside resort of Sarandë has become a popular hotspot for digital nomads.
The digital nomad visa offered by Albania requires an annual minimum income of only $9,800. It is valid for one year, but you can renew it annually for up to five years, after which you will be eligible for permanent residency in Albania.
And even with a visa, many nationalities, including Americans, can stay in Albania for up to 365 days, making it a very accessible destination for digital nomads.
2. Spain
Spain is another great country for digital nomads in Europe.
There are so many great cities in Spain that are perfect for digital nomads. Personally, my favorite is Seville, a beautiful city in the Andalusia region of southern Spain. I found it more affordable than both Madrid and Barcelona, and more beautiful and fun!
The Spanish digital nomad visa is easy to qualify for as you only need to prove a monthly income of around $2,360, which is on the lower end for digital nomad visas in Europe.
The visa is valid for one year and can be extended for a maximum of five years.
Spain is a great place to be a digital nomad if you want to enjoy a slower, more relaxed pace of life. Although Spain is definitely more expensive than, say, Albania, it is still one of the cheaper countries in Western Europe.
3. Croatia
Another country that is excellent for digital nomads is Croatia.
This European country has it all, from beautiful beaches on the Adriatic Sea to charming historic cities and beautiful national parks.
It’s not hard to see why Croatia is one of the most beloved digital nomad destinations in the world.
Although it has become more expensive recently (especially in popular destinations like Dubrovnik and Split), Croatia can still be very affordable compared to Western Europe.
Croatia’s digital nomad visa is also one of the easiest in Europe to obtain, with a monthly income requirement of approximately $2,520.
This visa is valid for one year, but unlike Albania or Spain you cannot extend it.
More European Digital Nomad visas
These are three of the best visas for digital nomads in Europe that offer a mix of achievable requirements, lower costs of living and great destinations.
Here are some more visa options for digital nomads in Europe:
- Portugal: Income requirement of approximately € 3,060 per month, good for one year with the possibility of extension
- Malta: Income requirement of approximately € 2,960 per month, good for one year with the possibility of extension
- Greece: Income requirement of approximately € 3,835 per month, good for one year with the possibility of extension
As you can see, these visas are a bit more restrictive and have higher income requirements, but they can still be a good option if you are looking for a great European destination to live with a relatively low cost of living and you meet the requirements.
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