Estonia Digital Nomad Visa 2026

Key facts at a glance

Full requirements

Program

Digital Nomad Visa (Long-Stay D Visa)

Minimum income

€4,500 per month (€4,500 gross per month, averaged over the 6 months before applying; practitioners advise clearing the figure net to be safe)

Savings

No fixed requirement — No lump-sum alternative is published; the 6-month income average is the test.

Duration & renewal

Up to 1 year. Up to 12 months. Consecutive long-stay visas are capped at 548 days within any 730-day period.

Processing time

Minimum 15 days by law; allow 30–60 days in practice.

Fees

~€100 state fee — verify the current fee when you apply.

Family

Family reunification follows Estonia's general immigration rules — verify the current requirements with the Police and Border Guard Board.

Apply from abroad

Yes — Apply at the Estonian embassy or consulate serving your residence.

Apply in country

Yes — Applications are also accepted at Police and Border Guard Board offices inside Estonia.

Degree / experience

Not required — No formal degree requirement, but you must submit a description of your study and professional history.

Remote work history

6+ months — Income must be documented over the 6 months preceding the application, showing amount, regularity and sources.

Health insurance

Required — must be valid for the full stay

Tax notes

Frequently asked questions