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Digital Nomad Visa

Visa for remote workers earning €4,500+/month to live in Estonia while working for non-Estonian employers.

Estimated Cost

$100

Processing Time

~22 days

Validity

12 months

Description

Estonia's Digital Nomad Visa allows remote workers to live in Estonia for up to one year. Applicants must demonstrate a monthly gross income of at least €4,500 in the 6 months prior to applying and show they work remotely for a non-Estonian employer or own a location-independent business. The visa is issued as a Type D long-stay visa and does not lead to permanent residency.

Official informationLast updated: 2026-02-28

Timeline

Processing Time
15 days – 1 months

Average: 22 days

Visa Validity
1 year

No Residency Path

No Citizenship Path

Eligibility

Age:18+Min Income:$4,905/yr

Requirements

Remote work for non-Estonian employer*

Must work remotely for a non-Estonian employer or own a location-independent business.

Monthly income ≥ €4,500 gross*

Must demonstrate gross income of at least €4,500/month for the 6 months prior to applying.

Health insurance (Schengen-wide)*

Must hold valid health insurance covering the entire Schengen Area for the duration of stay.

Valid passport*

Cost Breakdown

FeeAmountType
Type D long-stay visa fee$109One-time
Estimated Total$100