Living and working in Europe as a remote worker without the right visa is not legal. Here's a clear overview of what visas exist, which countries offer them, and how to get one.
We explain the options available and help you narrow down to 1–2 realistic targets.
Based on income, nationality, lifestyle preference, and budget.
Documents compiled and lodged with the relevant authority.
Visa and residence permit secured.
Technically, working remotely on a tourist visa is not legal in most European countries, even if you are not earning from local clients. Enforcement varies, but it carries real risk including fines and bans. A nomad or long-stay visa is the correct solution.
Non-EU citizens can spend up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area on a tourist entry. A D-type (long-stay) visa or national residence permit in an EU country exempts you from this limit.
Greece and Spain tend to have the fastest processing (2–6 weeks). Croatia has one of the lowest income thresholds. Portugal is very established but takes longer (60–90 days).
Georgia is not in the EU or Schengen Area, but it is geographically in the Caucasus on Europe's border. Its 'Remotely from Georgia' program is one of the easiest remote worker residency options globally, with 0% tax on foreign income.
Fixed price, real-time tracking, and expert handling — from first document to final approval.
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