Countries that are welcoming remote workers

People around the world are dreaming about escaping their tiny urban apartments or suburban homes, and countries are making it a reality.

Here are few countries with programs designed to welcome remote workers. 

Dubai in the United Arab Emirates announced a new “one-year virtual working program.”

Dubai’s new visa will allow remote workers and their families to stay in the city for up to a year while working for companies that are based overseas. If approved, they’ll be able to open a local bank account, get a local phone number and internet access, and enroll their kids in school. Best of all, Dubai doesn’t charge any income tax.

Aruba announced a program that allows remote workers to live and work there for up to 90 days.

Aruba’s new “One Happy Workation” program allows people to live and work on the Caribbean island for up to 90 days, and offers them package deals and discounted rates at local hotels, chain resorts, and rental homes.

Enjoy pink, sandy beaches while working or studying from Bermuda.

Bermuda announced in July that it would be launching a new residency certificate policy. This is one of the few programs also aimed at students. The policy would allow remote workers and students to live on the Caribbean island for up to a year. 

If beaches aren’t enticing enough, Georgia launched a long-term visitor program.

The country of Georgia’s new visa program is aimed at self-employed, remote workers. According to the Ministry of Economy, the visa is designed for digital nomads looking to stay in the country for six months or longer.