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EstoniaInvestors & entrepreneursLast checked October 16, 2026

Digital Nomad Visa

long-stay D visa for teleworking

Estonia's Digital Nomad Visa is a long-stay D visa for people who work remotely for a foreign employer, their own foreign company, or mostly foreign clients. It allows a stay of up to a year. It is a visa, not a residence permit.

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Life in Estonia

Money

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Currency

Euro

EUR

Euro

Cost of living

76

Price level · US = 100

World Bank price levels, 2025

Tax

Flat 22%

Income tax (national)

VAT 24%

Flat 22%; basic exemption EUR 700/month (EUR 8,400/year) from 2026. A planned rise for 2026 was cancelled.

Official rates, 2026 · headline only

Living

1

Happiness

6.4

#44 of 145 countries

World Happiness Report 2025

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Who it’s for

Location-independent remote workers and freelancers whose employer, company or clients are outside Estonia.

Eligibility

  • Location-independent work

    Your work must not depend on location and must be done using telecommunication technology.

  • Foreign employer, company or clients

    You work for a foreign-registered employer, run a foreign-registered company you hold shares in, or serve mainly foreign clients under contract.

  • Income threshold

    You need to show a minimum monthly income, with proof of income for the 6 months before applying.

    EUR 4,500

    Minimum income to show · per e-Residency programme page

    Official wording

    The e-Residency programme page states a minimum of EUR 4,500 per month; you must show income for the 6 months before applying.

A sneak peek at what's inside

  • Next requirementSufficient funds
  • Document checklistLong-stay visa application form
  • FeesLong-stay (D) visa state fee

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  • 14 documents
  • 2 fees
  • 6 steps
  • Processing times and conditions
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