Best Digital Nomad Visas for Getting Permanent Residency

Many digital nomads face a bittersweet reality: finding a place that feels like home, only to watch it slip away as visa expiration looms.

Fortunately, some countries offer digital nomad visas designed for individuals ready to settle down. These visas create pathways to permanent residency, allowing you to stay, work, and even put down roots without the constant worry of renewal.

At Deel Immigration, we help you navigate these options and meet the necessary requirements. We also offer guidance on unique pathways such as Colombia’s R Visa and the US EB-1A and EB-2 NIW visas for long-term residency.

Here’s a look at top digital nomad visas that can turn your temporary stay into a permanent home.

See also: What Is an EB-2 NIW Visa (And Why It's Easier to Get One Than You Think)

1. Greece digital nomad visa

Dependent visa available: Yes

Cost:

• Visa fee: EUR 75 (approx. USD 81) + EUR 150 (approx. USD 162) administrative fee
• Residence permit fee: EUR 1,000 (approx. USD 1078) + EUR 16 (approx. USD 18) administrative fee
• Documentation fees: USD 250 + expenses + government fees per process

Validity: One year and can be renewed

Greece offers a visa for digital nomads of non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizenship, including their families. After five years of legal residency, you qualify for permanent residency.

To qualify, you must have been employed by a foreign company or been self-employed abroad for at least six months. You also need to meet a minimum income requirement based on the number of dependents:

• Applicant only: EUR 3,500 (approx. USD 3,780) after taxes
• Applicant and spouse: EUR 4,200 (approx. USD 4,540) after taxes
• Applicant, spouse, and child: EUR 4,830 (approx. USD 5,220) after taxes

In addition to proof of employment or self-employment, you need:

• Valid private travel insurance for the visa duration
• A medical certificate confirming no public health risks
• A declaration stating you won't work for any employer in Greece
• Proof of accommodation
• Insurance policy in Greece

After arriving, you must apply for a residence permit valid for two years.

2. Italy digital nomad visa

Dependent visa available: Yes

Cost:

• Government fees: EUR 250 (approx. USD 270)
• Documentation fees: USD 250 + expenses + government fees per process

Validity: One year and can be renewed

The Italian visa for remote workers is available to non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens who have worked remotely for employers or clients outside Italy for at least six months. After five years of legal residency, you qualify for permanent residency.

This visa also allows you to bring your spouse and child under 18.

To qualify, you must meet these conditions:

• Five years of relevant professional experience or three years of university study for a higher degree
• Earned at least EUR 28,000 (approx. USD 30,260) in the past year, proven by bank account statements
• Current monthly income of EUR 2,300 (approx. USD 2,480)
• At least 12 months of insurance coverage of EUR 30,000 (approx. USD 32,420)
• Have accommodation in Italy

You must provide legalized and translated documents proving these conditions.

Losing your job may result in losing your visa. However, Italian authorities allow a 60 to 90-day grace period to secure new qualifying employment or leave the country.

3. Latvia digital nomad visa

Dependent visa available: No

Cost: EUR 60 (approx. USD 65) visa fee + documentation fees + any additional expenses and government fees

Validity: One year and can be renewed

You can qualify for a digital nomad visa in Latvia if you're a third-country citizen and can work remotely as either:

• An employee of a company registered in an OECD member state
• A self-employed individual registered in an OECD country

After five years of residency, you may apply for permanent residency, but family members cannot accompany you.

Requirements for the digital nomad visa include:

• A monthly salary or self-employment income of at least EUR 9,608, which is 2.5 times the national average of EUR 3,843 (approx. USD 4,150)
• Health insurance covering Latvia and Schengen countries with a minimum coverage of EUR 42,600 (approx. USD 45,960)
• Proof of residence in Latvia

If employed, you need to show:

• A document confirming your current employment from an OECD member state's tax administration or social insurance institution
• A certificate from your employer verifying at least six months of employment and proof of the required income

If you're self-employed, submit a document from the tax administration of an OECD member state. It must certify that your self-employment income meets the minimum requirement.

Get your digital nomad visa and pathway to permanent residency with Deel

Obtaining a visa in a country offering a pathway to permanent residency ensures stability and security in your chosen destination. Let us help make your dream a reality.

Deel Immigration now supports digital nomad visas in 9+ countries. Whether you dream of working from bustling Tokyo or the sunny coasts of Spain, Deel Immigration can make it a reality.

We support digital nomad visas in Portugal, Spain, Greece, Canada, Japan, Argentina, Colombia, Italy and the UAE. Additionally, we offer options for permanent residency, including the R Visa in Colombia, EB-1A and EB-2 NIW in the US.

Use Deel Immigration to save hours on research, overcome language barriers, and minimize the risk of application rejection. We handle every step of the visa process—from preparing your application to organizing consulate appointments—so you can focus on your projects, not the paperwork.

• Get your visa faster with in-house expertise: Our in-house immigration team is available 24/7 to assist you at every step.
• Ensure approval with all the documentation you need: With in-house local knowledge and all required documents centralized on one platform, we ensure your application goes to plan.
• Eliminate ambiguity with real-time updates: Track your visa progress with live updates and notes from your dedicated case manager.

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