Travelers of the 21st century: digital nomads. Part 2

We continue our cycle of materials on digital nomad visas and today we will tell you about the possibilities of moving to the countries of Asia and Africa. The article contains the most up-to-date data at the time of writing, but we strongly recommend that you familiarize yourself with the conditions on the websites of the programs themselves - we indicate the links. Let's go!

Asia

Kyrgyzstan

A digital nomad is eligible for a work permit for up to 12 months, renewable for another year. Additionally, he can open and manage bank accounts in the Republic. The application process can be completed online, after which it is required to submit the relevant documents to the relevant authority responsible for labor and employment issues.

Requirements:

1. Work in IT, software design and development, digital art, augmented reality, creation of computer games and other related fields.
2. Confirmation of income received for services rendered last year, copies of a valid employment contract, etc.

Link to the program website

Malaysia

The DE Rantau Nomad Pass program provides the opportunity to stay in the country for a period of three to twelve months, with the option of a year extension. This visa is for freelancers, contract professionals, and remote workers. The applicant has the right to include members of his family in his application.

Requirements:

1. A recent CV with higher education data.
2. Proof of income: at least $24,000 per year, bank statements, cash flow statements, or recent tax returns for the last 3 months.
3. Documents confirming employment: an employment contract or contract for the provision of services, or other relevant documents, valid for at least three months.

Link to the program website

UAE

The Work remotely from Dubai program provides the opportunity to live and work in this state for a year, with the option of a subsequent extension. Participation in the program is also available to members of the applicant's family. The application can be submitted online.

Requirements:

1. Bank statement for the last 3 months.
2. Providing proof that you work outside the UAE.
3. Documents confirming employment: for employees - proof of employment from an employer with an average monthly income of 3,500 US dollars for a period of one year; for business owners - proof of ownership (constituent documents) with an average monthly income of $ 3,500 for a period of one year.
4. Payment for participation in the program - 611 US dollars.

Link to the program website

Thailand

The long-term residence visa for "professionals working from Thailand" is in many ways similar to the visa for digital nomads. It is valid for five years, renewable for a similar period, and exempt from taxes on income earned outside the country. Such a visa can be applied for online.

Requirements:

1. Documents confirming income: at least 80,000 US dollars per year for the last 2 years, or from 40,000 to 80,000 US dollars per year if you have a master's degree or intellectual property.
2. The applicant must be an employee of a company that is traded on an exchange. Or he may be an employee of a private company that, in the three years prior to the visa application, had a total income of at least US$150 million.
3. Documents confirming work experience: at least 5 years in the current field over the past 10 years.

Link to the program website

Africa

Mauritius

The Premium Visa program provides the opportunity to live in the republic with your family for a period of six months to a year with the option of extension. It is important that the place of work and source of income must be located outside of Mauritius. You can apply for the program online free of charge.

Requirements:

1. Bank statement for the last 3 months.
2. Providing proof that you work outside of Mauritius.
3. Availability of a place of residence in the country (booking confirmation, rental agreement, etc.).
4. Reservation of air tickets for the expected duration of stay.

Link to the program website

Seychelles

The Workation Retreat Program provides freelancers, remote workers and business owners with the opportunity to stay in the country for up to one year. The application can be submitted online on the program website.

Requirements:

1. Proof of employment from an employer or incorporation documents for business owners indicating the type of occupation.
2. Bank statements.
3. The presence of a preliminary place of residence in the Seychelles.
4. Reservation of air tickets or itinerary receipt.

Link to the program website

You can find tickets to the country you are interested in and hotels for the first time on our fedafone booking service. Good luck!