Country Guides

The Régimen Especial de Trabajadores Autónomos (RETA) is a fundamental part of Spain’s Social Security system, specifically designed to cover the needs of self-employed workers. In 2024, RETA has undergone significant changes affecting both contributions and benefits, with the aim of adapting the system to the new realities of self-employment. In this article, we will […]

Portugal is probably one of the most popular places for digital nomads to go. Part of the reason is that Portugal decided to launch its Portugal digital nomad visa in October 2022. With that, it was one of the countries who adopted a digital nomad visa rather early. Of course, there are many reasons why

Portugal has always been a hot spot for digital nomads in Europe. Cities like Lisbon and Porto attract many nomads, just like Ericeira. And then I’m not mentioning Madeira yet. If you consider spending time in Portugal you also want to understand any tax consequences and how Portugal tax residency works. Key Takeaways on Portugal

The Croatia digital nomad visa is very popular with digital nomads. It offers you the opportunity to explore the country for a longer term. In this guide, we’ll go over all the details, the application process and the tax consequences. Highlights of Croatia Digital Nomad Visa Eligibility Criteria for the Croatian Digital Nomad Visa Just

Turkey is one of the countries I personally spend quite some time in. Up till now, mostly just on a tourist visa. Which is probably the route most digital nomads choose. However, now Turkey launched the Turkey digital nomad visa. In this article, we’ll have a closer look what’s it all about, the requirement and

Recently the updated tax rule for digital nomads in Malta was announced. Before, a lot of digital nomads lived in uncertainty about their tax status in Malta. The country promoted itself to digital nomads and claimed to offer tax incentives. However, these tax incentives were actually not incorporated in the tax rules. Hence, this led

Thailand is one of those countries in Southeast Asia that is massively popular with digital nomads. Therefore, we will look into the digital nomad visa Thailand. It’s no surprise Thailand is so popular with digital nomads from all around the world. The first reason is that Thailand is still very affordable. Your cost of living

If you live in Spain, regardless of your nationality, it is likely that you will have to file your annual income tax return in Spain. In this comprehensive guide, we will explain the process, the amount to pay or receive, the payment methods, and the deductions and allowances that can help you save money. In

The digital nomad visa South Africa is the next one on the list of digital nomad visas. South Africa, and mainly Cape Town, has become a favorite spot for European nomads who want to escape the cold in winter while remaining in the same timezone. South Africa acknowledges the value of digital nomads. Therefore, they

The Philippines are one of those countries in South East Asia that are gaining popularity among digital nomads. Therefore, I decided to dedicate an article to tax residency in the Philippines for digital nomads. Living in the Philippines If you want to visit the Philippines, you can do so on a tourist visa. If you

The digital nomad visa Japan is the latest to join an ever growing list of digital nomad visas. The Japanese government announced that the digital nomad visa Japan should be available from March 2024. Current Visa Situation Currently, most nationalities can visit Japan as a tourist for 90 days without the need to apply for

Many digital nomads are a fan of Southeast Asia and Vietnam is one of those countries that many nomads have on their shortlist to visit. However, would tax residency in Vietnam for digital nomads also be a good idea? In this article we’ll have a closer look at the tax system of Vietnam and how

Tax residency in Kosovo for digital nomads probably isn’t really on your radar. However, it might be something that is worth looking into. I’ll give you some insight in the advantages and attention points if you think about setting up tax residency in Kosovo. Living in Kosovo Kosovo is not part of the European Union

In an increasingly connected and digital world, the opportunity to work remotely has given rise to a new concept: the digital nomad visa. Spain, known for its rich history, diverse landscapes, and vibrant lifestyle, has become a popular destination for those who want to combine remote work with fulfilling cultural experiences. (1) The introduction of

Tax residency in Thailand for digital nomads is a hot topic these days. This isn’t a surprise given that Thailand is one of the digital nomad hotspots. Many people, for example, call Chiang May the digital nomad capital. Thailand does offer great internet infrastructure, delicious food, beautiful nature and, of course, a low cost of

Tax residency in Hungary for digital nomads is definitely worth looking into. Most people underestimate what this Central European country has to offer. A low cost of living and crazy speed internet are just some of these things. Living in Hungary Hungary is part of the European Union and the Schengen Area. This means that

In this article we’ll dive deeper into the digital nomad visa Malta. This digital nomad visa is a favorite of many. Recently, Malta also updated the tax rules for digital nomads. Therefore, that’s one of the elements we’ll have a closer look at. Digital Nomad Visa Malta: Eligibility Requirements The first thing you need to

The Micro Entreprise France for digital nomads is something you need to know about if you think about setting up your tax residency in France because it’s a way to limit your tax burden.  In a previous article we already discussed the general rules that apply if you become a tax resident in France. You

You will encounter tax residency in Turkey for digital nomads if you spend time in the country or become a resident there.  Turkey is having it’s problems lately but nonetheless it remains an interesting country to spend some time in. For some people, it’s still even that attractive that they want to set up (tax)

Tax residency in Poland for digital nomads can be of interest to specific categories of digital nomads. We’ll dive deeper into the specifics in this article.  Living in Poland Poland is part of the European Union and Schengen Area. Consequently, if you have a EU passport, you can just move to Poland without the need

Tax residency in Uruguay for digital nomads is an option for some digital nomads. Uruguay offers a tax efficient alternative to setting up tax residence in Paraguay.   Living in Uruguay Before being able to claim tax residency in Uruguay, you first need to make sure you have the right to live in Uruguay. Obtain

In a previous article we already discussed the Non-Habitual Resident Regime in detail. However, it became clear that Portugal ends NHR Regime soon. We’ll discuss here everything you need to know. What is the NHR Regime? The Non-Habitual Residence or NHR regime allows you to save on taxes when you become a taxpayer in Portugal.

A lot of people are interested in tax residency in Ireland for digital nomads. The reason is that they know that a lot of the biggest companies in the world have their (European) headquarters there. Companies like Meta (formerly known as Facebook), Apple and Google have their European headquarters in Dublin. It won’t surprise you

Thailand is one of those places which is hugely popular by digital nomads because of its nice beaches, great weather and vibrant places. And then I didn’t even mention the cost of living… However, if you are a tax resident of Thailand you better watch out for the tax changes 2024 in Thailand for digital