{"id":2090,"date":"2021-06-10T14:14:27","date_gmt":"2021-06-10T14:14:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.useme.com\/en\/blog\/?p=2090"},"modified":"2023-09-06T07:22:25","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T07:22:25","slug":"the-ultimate-guide-for-relocating-as-a-freelancer-in-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/blog\/the-ultimate-guide-for-relocating-as-a-freelancer-in-2021,254\/","title":{"rendered":"The ultimate guide for relocating as a freelancer in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/blog\/the-ultimate-guide-for-relocating-as-a-freelancer-in-2021,254\/#Best_city_for_relocating\" >Best city for relocating<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/blog\/the-ultimate-guide-for-relocating-as-a-freelancer-in-2021,254\/#Work_legally_in_another_country\" >Work legally in another country<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/blog\/the-ultimate-guide-for-relocating-as-a-freelancer-in-2021,254\/#Apply_for_a_digital_nomad_visa\" >Apply for a digital nomad visa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/blog\/the-ultimate-guide-for-relocating-as-a-freelancer-in-2021,254\/#Estimate_the_expense\" >Estimate the expense<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/blog\/the-ultimate-guide-for-relocating-as-a-freelancer-in-2021,254\/#Know_more_about_tax_information\" >Know more about tax information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/blog\/the-ultimate-guide-for-relocating-as-a-freelancer-in-2021,254\/#Move_everything_into_the_cloud\" >Move everything into the cloud<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>When you work from home, every day feels the same. With the same routine-eating, working, and taking a break. How about trying a different lifestyle? <strong>10.9<\/strong> million in the U.S. relate themselves as digital nomads-people who work remotely and travel around different locations. As an independent contractor, you can <strong>work from anywhere<\/strong> with your computer and the Internet. Here is an ultimate guide for freelancers who plan to move to a new city or overseas. We provide every essential information from the <strong>best cities<\/strong> to the <strong>tax in the guide.<\/strong> You are ready to go after reading this article.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_city_for_relocating\"><\/span>Best city for relocating<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since you will work while traveling, the destination should have a <strong>stable internet connection<\/strong> for working. Some countries have stable internet connections but require a work permit for performing any type of work. InsureMyTrip researches the best countries for digital nomads in the fields of digital nomad visas, stable internet, and acceptance of digital nomads. Here are the top 5 countries with the best opportunities for digital nomads:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Norway offers several ways for the digital nomad to live in Norway. If people plan to live in the Svalbard area, they do not even need to have a visa.<\/li>\n<li>Mexico offers a six-month digital nomad visa, affordable living expenses, and several coworking spaces.<\/li>\n<li>Germany is a dream destination for freelancers and digital nomads. If you meet the requirements, you can stay in Germany for up to 3 years.<\/li>\n<li>Portugal has a stable internet connection, and you can enjoy nature after work.<\/li>\n<li>Iceland offers a digital nomad visa for up to 6 months, and you can even bring your family together with you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Work_legally_in_another_country\"><\/span>Work legally in another country<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Usually, you need to have a <strong>work permit<\/strong> or <strong>work visa<\/strong> to legally work in other countries. With the rising remote work trend, several countries such as Germany and Croatia also offer digital nomad visas. The digital nomad visa is not a traditional working visa, as the freelancers <strong>do not<\/strong> need to have <strong>long-term job contracts<\/strong> with <strong>local<\/strong> clients. In simple, digital nomad allows professionals to travel for a longer period of time and work remotely. If you are an EU citizen and move to another EU country. Then, you will not need any work permit besides registering yourself in the local government office.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Apply_for_a_digital_nomad_visa\"><\/span>Apply for a digital nomad visa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The process and the length of a digital nomad visa vary depending on the country. Generally, most countries require an application, bank statement, and valid health insurance to apply for a digital nomad visa. Some countries have additional requirements such as registering with the local tax office like Germany. The length of the digital nomad visa usually lasts from <strong>6 months to 1 year.<\/strong> You can click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etiasvisa.com\/etias-news\/digital-nomad-visas-eu-countries\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a> to check the details required for EU countries.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Estimate_the_expense\"><\/span>Estimate the expense<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While awaiting the visa, you can also find some information to estimate the expense. Here are several resources to estimate expenses.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Life expense: Life expense is everything necessary for living and staying healthy, such as food, clothes, and more. You can also click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/calculator.jsp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a> to check the cost of living in a certain area.<\/li>\n<li>House: You need a new home to stay and work in for a short period of time. You can check the local house rental website, marketplace, and local Facebook groups for renting an apartment.<\/li>\n<li>Transportation: To explore the local area, the public transportation price also plays an essential role.<\/li>\n<li>Local coworking space: If you would like to network with more people, a coworking office is a good idea. You can check the price for renting a coworking space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_more_about_tax_information\"><\/span>Know more about tax information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since you live and work in other countries. Besides filling out the tax form in your home country, there is a possibility that you may need to fill out the tax form <strong>in the resident country.<\/strong> We know how hard it is to go through different government offices when you do not speak the local language. If you have clients around the world, you can consider countries such as <strong>Iceland<\/strong> and <strong>Estonia<\/strong> that offer tax exemptions for digital nomads who leave within 6 months. We recommend you consult a professional account in advance. Also, it will be easier to check everything before leaving home as some offices require to send the form in person.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_everything_into_the_cloud\"><\/span>Move everything into the cloud<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since you can work everywhere, online tool is essential along the way. So, you can access the essential data anytime from anywhere. <a href=\"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/\">Useme<\/a> is a central platform for freelancers to work with anyone around the world. Regardless of your <strong>location<\/strong> and <strong>legal status,<\/strong> we can send a <strong>VAT invoice<\/strong> to your client. Moreover, you can showcase your skills with an online portfolio and <a href=\"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/jobs\/\">meet more clients<\/a> on our site. With us, you have an online platform for signing the job contract, sending the VAT invoice, and meeting other professional workers.<\/p>\n<p>As a freelance business owner, you can work from anywhere with anyone. Moving to a new place is exciting. With a digital nomad visa, you can work in different countries and enjoy the view after work. You can easily access the data and send the VAT invoice to the client with the online platform. Now, you are ready to go and explore the world!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/secure-payment\/employer-choose\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2293 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/how-to-send-a-tax-invoice-in-simple-form-3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/how-to-send-a-tax-invoice-in-simple-form-3.png 1200w, https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/how-to-send-a-tax-invoice-in-simple-form-3-980x327.png 980w, https:\/\/useme.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/how-to-send-a-tax-invoice-in-simple-form-3-480x160.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1200px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you work from home, every day feels the same. 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