Estonia Estonian Digital Nomad Visa (D visa)

Estonia's Digital Nomad Visa is a temporary long-stay visa, not a residence permit or e-Residency status. Government information describes a maximum stay of up to one year and requires evidence of remote work and income.

Route summary

Published monthly threshold: €4500 (The government-backed e-Residency information gives a €4,500 monthly threshold; verify the gross/net calculation with the Police and Border Guard Board)
Published initial duration: up to 1 year
In-country filing: the cited guidance describes an in-country route for eligible applicants

Documents and eligibility

Proof of location-independent remote work for a foreign employer, foreign company, or mainly foreign clients
Evidence of income during the six months before application
Standard visa documents, including valid travel document and health insurance

Effect on short stays elsewhere

The D visa allows a long stay in Estonia. Travel in other Schengen states remains subject to 90 days in any 180-day period.

The visa or residence permit's exact rights and validity depend on the national decision and the document issued. Follow the official instructions for your case.

Frequently asked questions

How long may the Estonian Digital Nomad Visa permit a stay?

The government-backed e-Residency information says the visa can allow a temporary stay of up to one year, subject to the visa issued.

Is e-Residency the same as a Digital Nomad Visa?

No. The Estonian source says e-Residency is a digital identity and does not provide residence or travel rights; the D visa is a separate immigration document.

How should I interpret the €4,500 income threshold?

The e-Residency DNV pages give the threshold but differ in their gross/net wording. Confirm the calculation with Estonia's Police and Border Guard Board before relying on a figure.

Official sources

Updated 2026-10-27. Information is general; the relevant authority decides each case.