Question 1

Albania — Digital Nomad Visa (Unique Permit): Everything you need to live and work remotely in Albania

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Knowledge Base – QUESTRAVEL By Víctor Pizarro, Co-founder of QUESTRAVEL

Why Albania?

Over the last few years, Albania has quietly become a compelling base for digital nomads. Think Ionian and Adriatic beaches, quick hops to Greece, Italy, and Montenegro, and a very competitive cost of living. With the introduction of the Unique Permit (Leje Unike), Albania opened the door for remote professionals and freelancers who want to stay beyond the 90-day tourist window.

What is Albania’s “Digital Nomad Visa”?

While it’s not always branded as a “digital nomad visa,” the Unique Permit functions that way: it’s a residence/work authorization for foreign nationals who work remotely for companies or clients outside Albania—ideal for:

Freelancers offering digital services
Employees of foreign companies
Entrepreneurs with businesses registered outside Albania

Who regulates and processes it

Ministry of Interior (Mbrotja e Brendshme)
General Directorate of Citizenship & Migration (Drejtoria e Përgjithshme e Shërbimeve të Shtetësisë dhe Migracionit)

Legal basis

Grounded in Law on Foreigners No. 79/2021, which governs residence/work permits, including the “Unique Permit” framework relevant to remote workers.

Duration & renewals

Initial validity: 1 year
Renewal: yearly, up to 5 consecutive years
After 5 years: you may be eligible to apply for permanent residence

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Question 2

Greece — Digital Nomad Visa: Everything you need to live and work remotely in Greece

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Knowledge Base – QUESTRAVEL By Víctor Pizarro, Co-founder of QUESTRAVEL

Being a digital nomad in Greece: what you need to know

At QUESTRAVEL we’ve seen Greece become a gem for remote workers in Europe—not only for its islands, climate, and culture, but also for a Digital Nomad Visa framework with attractive conditions. Below is a clear, step-by-step guide to what it is, the law behind it, the requirements, and how to apply.

What is Greece’s Digital Nomad Visa?

It’s a residence route that lets non-EU citizens live legally in Greece while working remotely for foreign employers or international clients. Two pathways:

Entry visa: valid for 1 year. (uk-gr.gvcworld.eu)
Digital Nomad residence permit: valid for 2 years, renewable in additional 2-year blocks. (Digital Nomads)

Who regulates and processes it

Managed by the Ministry of Migration & Asylum of Greece and processed via Greek embassies/consulates abroad.

Ministry of Migration & Asylum → https://migration.gov.gr (official portal). (Υπουργείο Μετανάστευσης και Ασύλου)
List of Greek consulates worldwide → https://www.mfa.gr/en/hellenic-mission-abroad.html. ([Greek Foreign Ministry](https

Question 3

🇲🇽 Mexico — Temporary Resident Visa for Digital Nomads

Accepted Answer

Knowledge Base – QUESTRAVEL By Víctor Pizarro, Co-founder of QUESTRAVEL

Why Mexico (the essentials)

Mexico is a favorite for digital nomads: competitive cost of living, vibrant culture, world-class beaches, and strong communities in Mexico City, Playa del Carmen, Mérida, Oaxaca, and beyond. While there’s no visa literally called “Digital Nomad”, most remote professionals use the Temporary Resident Visa to stay longer than 6 months—with a clear path up to 4 years. (Gobierno de México)

What is the Temporary Resident Visa?

A stay authorization that lets foreign nationals live in Mexico for 1 to 4 years and work remotely for employers/clients abroad. Compared with the 180-day tourist entry, it gives stronger legal certainty, access to local procedures, and the option to remain long-term. Legal basis: Mexico’s Immigration Law (Ley de Migración). (Gobierno de México)

Who manages it

Mexican Consulates abroad — you start the application here. (Gobierno de México)
Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM) — once in Mexico, you exchange (canje) the visa for your Temporary Resident Card (TRT). You generally have **30 calendar days after

Question 4

Barbados — Welcome Stamp (Digital Nomad Visa): Everything you need to live and work remotely in the Caribbean

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Knowledge Base – QUESTRAVEL By Víctor Pizarro, Co-founder of QUESTRAVEL

Be a nomad in Barbados: work with a Caribbean sea view

Barbados was one of the pioneers to launch a digital-nomad visa during the pandemic, attracting professionals who wanted to combine productivity with island living. Here’s how the Barbados Welcome Stamp works, who qualifies, and how to apply—step by step.

What is the Barbados Welcome Stamp?

A special 12-month residency visa that lets remote workers and their families live in Barbados while working for a foreign employer or as independent contractors serving international clients. You can re-apply after your first year if you want to extend your stay. (barbadoswelcomestamp.bb)

Who manages and processes it

The program is run by the Government of Barbados (Ministry of Tourism & International Transport) with applications submitted online. 👉 Official portal: barbadoswelcomestamp.bb • Tourism overview: visitbarbados.org. (barbadoswelcomestamp.bb)

Legal/tax notes

Welcome Stamp holders are not liable to Barbados income tax on their foreign earnings; VAT applies to on-island purchases. (Always check your home-country tax rules.) ([Visit Barbados](https://www.visitbarbados.org/barbados-w

Question 5

Costa Rica — Digital Nomad Visa (“Estancia para Trabajador y Prestador Remoto de Servicios”): everything you need to know!

Accepted Answer

Knowledge Base – QUESTRAVEL By Víctor Pizarro, Co-founder of QUESTRAVEL

Why Costa Rica (the essentials)

If you’ve dreamt of working with a rainforest view, surfing at sunset, or writing your weekly update with hummingbirds around you—Costa Rica fits. To attract remote professionals, the country created a special “Estancia” subcategory for Remote Workers/Service Providers, designed to let you live legally while earning foreign-sourced income. (pgrweb.go.cr)

What it is & who it’s for

This is a non-resident “Estancia” that lets foreign nationals live in Costa Rica while working remotely for employers or clients outside the country. The law explicitly requires foreign-source income and sets clear economic thresholds to qualify. See the full law (Law No. 10008) and its executive Regulation (Decree No. 43619-H-MGP-TUR). (pgrweb.go.cr)

Who runs it & how you apply

The process is managed by Dirección General de Migración y Extranjería (DGME) and is designed to be digital via the Trámite ¡YA! platform (you can also file in person). DGME also maintains an official Digital Nomads page with requirements and steps.

DGME — Digital Nomads: migracion.go.cr/nomadas-d

Question 6

Portugal — Digital Nomad Visa (D8): Everything you need to live and work remotely in Portugal

Accepted Answer

Knowledge Base – QUESTRAVEL By Víctor Pizarro, Co-founder of QUESTRAVEL

Why Portugal (the essentials)

Portugal has become one of Europe’s most attractive bases for remote professionals: a mild climate, welcoming culture, and lively DN hubs in Lisbon, Porto, and Madeira. Legally, the country offers the D8 “Digital Nomad” route in two flavors—Temporary Stay and Residence—so you can choose a short or multi-year plan. (vistos.mne.gov.pt)

What is the D8 Digital Nomad Visa?

A migration route for non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens who work remotely for foreign employers/clients (employees or freelancers). There are two pathways:

Who regulates and processes it

Abroad (visa): Portuguese consulates/embassies under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MNE). Official visa category listing includes “Remote Work / Digital Nomad.” ([vistos.mne.gov.pt](https://vistos.mne.go

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