Estonia Digital Nomad Visa

Estonia Digital Nomad Visa 

If you want to stay in Europe for a year, then you can live in Estonia. It is a Baltic nation filled with medieval buildings and has the best air quality all over the world. Estonia is a tech-savvy country known for its recent advances in innovation, so it’s a great place to live as a digital nomad. As many digital nomads don’t apply for a work visa in most countries; instead, they have regular tourist or short term visas. A few countries like Estonia has a program that lets location-independent workers live in their country and legally work there. Check out requirements on how to live and stay in this fantastic European country with The Estonia digital nomad visa.

Quick Glance 

Program Name: Estonia Digital Nomad Visa
Validity: at least 180 days up to 1 year
Application: Through Embassy or Visa Application Center
Website: e-resident.gov.ee 

Where will I apply? 

At the nearest Estonian Embassy or Consulate or in Border Guard Office in Estonia

How many days will my application be processed? 

Your application is said to be reviewed within 30 days

Estonia Digital Nomad Visa Requirements:

• Proof of income (minimum €3,504 per month)
• Proof of active employment (non-Estonian client contracts)
• Description of your study and professional life course
• Valid Passport – with 2 blank pages and it must still be valid 3 months after visa expires
• Insurance Policy – must be valid during your stay in Schengen Countries.
• Fill out the online application form
• Pay the application fee

Qualifications:

• Can work independently regardless of location
• Perform duties remotely using telecommunications technology
• Has an employment contract with a company registered outside of Estonia, conduct own company abroad, or a freelancer for clients mostly outside of Estonia
• Have a minimum of €3504 (gross of tax) monthly income (met 6 months before application)

Processing Fees: EURO 80 for short-stay or EURO 100 for long-stay

Cost Of Living In Estonia:

Rent in Estonia is, on average, 62% lower than USA rent costs. You could estimate that rent and other daily expenses to be around $1,500 per month.

Application Process 

1: Contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate and ask for Estonia Digital Nomad Visa’s information. 

2: Gather the requirements. Pay the fee in advance, if required. If you are ready, you can book an appointment at the nearest Embassy or Visa Application Center.

3: Go to the Embassy or Visa Application center with your documents and payment slip. Biometrics will be taken.

4: Wait for the decision of the Embassy if your application passed. It will take at least 15 to 30 days.

5: You can pick up your Digital Nomad Visa, congratulations!

Important Contacts

Estonia Police and Border Guard Board Office
Pärnu mnt 139, Tallinn, 15060
migrationadvice@politsei.ee
+372 612 3500 

Extra Visa Info

If you are interested in checking out other possible locations for your next digital nomad adventure, please check out my Digital Nomad Database to see the overview of countries and places that have special visas for digital nomads and remote workers. You can find detailed articles on each location as well.

Digital Nomad Visa Database

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