Portugal · Lisbon
Remote work residence route
Reviewed 10 July 2026Residence visa and residence permit for remote work outside Portugal
- Stay
- Initial residence authorization is valid for 2 years and renewable for successive 3-year periods.
- Income / funds
- Official guidance describes average monthly income over the last 3 months equal to at least four Portuguese minimum monthly wages.
- Core evidence
- Remote employment or service relationship with a person or company based outside Portugal, plus the supporting residence documents.
- Tax note
- Long stays can create Portuguese tax residency. Get professional advice for your personal situation.
Read the official sourceThailand · Chiang Mai
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
Reviewed 10 July 2026Workcation route for digital nomads, remote workers, foreign talent, and freelancers
- Stay
- Up to 180 days per entry. One extension of up to 180 days may be possible; visa validity is 5 years with multiple entries.
- Income / funds
- Financial evidence is required. Consular guidance commonly specifies at least THB 500,000; requirements can vary by application location.
- Core evidence
- Evidence of remote-worker or freelancer status, such as an employment contract, employment certificate, or professional portfolio.
- Tax note
- Long stays can create Thai tax obligations. Confirm rules and timing with a qualified advisor.
Read the official sourceUnited Arab Emirates · Dubai
Virtual work residence visa
Reviewed 10 July 2026One-year self-sponsored residence for people employed outside the UAE
- Stay
- 1 year.
- Income / funds
- Minimum salary certificate of USD 3,500 or equivalent in foreign currency.
- Core evidence
- Proof of work outside the UAE, health insurance, and a medical fitness test result.
- Tax note
- Residence and tax treatment depend on your facts, home country, and business structure. Seek tailored advice.
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