Europe · Work Visas

Digital nomad routes — country-specific status review

Comparative analysis of European digital nomad visas in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Croatia, and Malta.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Location-independent remote employees, tech contractors, and digital freelancers.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Remote work for clients or employers located outside the host country
  • Minimum monthly income thresholds: Spain (€2,646), Portugal (€3,280), Italy (€2,333), Greece (€3,500), Croatia (€2,540)
  • Clean criminal record and private health coverage
Process

How the process works

  1. Compile remote contracts and proof of sustained income for the past 3–6 months
  2. Submit visa application at consulate or directly in-country (where permitted)
  3. Receive renewable 1 to 3-year digital nomad residence permit
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Remote employment contract, bank statements, corporate certificate, clean criminal record, health policy
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Spain and Portugal allow digital nomads to transition into permanent residency and European citizenship after 5 years.

Official source: EU Immigration Portal. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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