How it Works:
Consultation:
With the increase of remote work, many countries have adopted Digital Nomad Visa programs which enable mobility of remote workers. Countries around the world are making the process easier and more attractive. We will ask if you need help with any step in the process and can also help if you started independently or with another agency.
Most of these vias require that you show proof of employment or independent income. We will explain the options for a number of different options.
After the initial consultation, we will send you a service agreement, schedule the Assessment and send you the invoice (about $110.00 plus any headhunting, or sponsor search costs you request) for the Assessment fee.
Assessment:
After the consultation, we will schedule the Assessment and provide you with your relevant opportunities. This usually includes a list of programs, and their requirements so you can plan your migration accordingly.
The fee is about $55.00 per page of the application, including instruction pages, this applies to both work visas, job applications and business setup or investment, plus 7.5% of the submission fee (if any).
Costs for finding appropriate housing, healthcare, cellular and other services are dependent on client requirements and will be included in a separate service agreement.
Application:
Once the Assessment is completed, we will begin the formal application process. This includes reviewing all documents and checking that you have met the requirements before filing the application. We will provide you with the link for the official website (if applicable) of the agency for the applications.
Most modern countries usually have an option, or require, that the application be completed online through the appropriate government site. We suggest that all clients pay any application fees directly through the official government site, and we will then complete the form for you. You will then receive confirmation that the application has been submitted (this may be immediate or after several days depending on the specifics of the application, including country and application type.
This may be a multi-step process whereupon after the application is submitted additional details or documents are required. (Such as a criminal history check, university acceptance letters or other details.)
Additionally, we can facilitate payment for a fee if absolutely required.
We will assist you with these additional steps as well.
Acceptance:
After the application has been submitted, you will receive the acceptance notifications. This is different for every country and is usually between a few weeks or months and if multiple Digital Nomad Visas are requested they may arrive separately.
You may be required to either take or post your passport to the inviting countries' embassies' to receive the Visas. You will receive instructions for each Visa along with the acceptance notification. Visas are usually required upon entering the country.
Important Note: The Acceptance notification may be online, emailed or posted to your address, and you will need to contact us when you receive any email or post regarding your work Visa application.
At this point we would recommend that you prepare by finding housing, file for insurance, set up a bank account, and a cellular plan, and other services as needed. We can assist with this process as well.
Examples:
Brazil offers a number of programs for foreign workers which lets them stay for up to 180 days per year. Obtaining this Visa costs about between USD$100.00 and USD$300 depending on where you are applying from and the application form is 6 pages long.
Hungary has a new program called the "White Card" for digital nomads, it is valid for up to one year and can be extended a second year. The fee is €110.00 and the form is about 3 pages plus instructions.
Other costs may be required at the expense of the client for legal work, notarization, background checks, etc… and these are the responsibility of the applicant.
Other Help:
Digital Nomad Visas generally do not include housing, insurance, transportation, bank account set up, cellular phone or other services. We can provide assistance for related services.