A digital nomad is a person who uses new technologies to carry out his or her work. As their name indicates, they work remotely and, since they do not have an office or fixed hours, they can do so from anywhere.
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In recent years, and thanks to the effects that the pandemic had on work dynamics, more and more people are joining this trend. This is why countries have sought to innovate in their immigration policies, creating new routes and visa programs aimed at this type of workers.
Next, we tell you which nations have these types of opportunities.
In January 2022, the Brazilian government launched the VITEM XIV visa. This allows immigrants to apply for residency as a digital nomad for one year with the possibility of renewal.
With this measure, visitors can work for foreign employers while they remain in Brazilian territory, without any formal employment registered in the country. To do this, they must demonstrate their employment status by presenting a contract (employment or service provision), among other documents that describe the employment relationship with their employer.
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In 2022, the Argentine Ministry of the Interior presented a new type of residence for teleworkers or remote workers who choose Argentina to travel and work.
The visa for digital nomads is valid for six months. They can be extended only once for another period. During their stay, people who apply for this residence will obtain discounts on transfers and transportation, as well as other benefits.
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This document is officially known as a temporary residence visa. This is an immigration permit that Mexico grants to foreign citizens to remain in the country. for a period of more than three months and less than four years.
In order to request it, it is necessary to meet some specific conditions depending on the country of origin of the person applying. In addition, you must present some documents, including a copy of your passport or identification document, the application form, among others.
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Although this country does not have a specific visa, it does offer different programs that allow foreigners to live there while working remotely. Some of them include the H, I or O visa.
Also on the list of nations that offer this type of opportunities is Thailand, the Asian country has a renewable residence visa for ten years. However, a series of requirements must be met (such as a high purchasing power and higher education) for this to be granted.
Other options include Estonia, Czech Republic, Greece, Belize, Spain, Italy and Barbados.
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