Work From Abroad in These 15 Countries Welcoming Long-Term American Travelers

The recently launched Work from Bermuda program allows you to work from the dreamy Caribbean island for up to a year. The application process is easy, with no proof of income necessary, and processing takes only five days. Located in Tucker's Town and spanning 240 acres, the Rosewood Bermuda, an American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts property, welcomes everyone looking to make Bermuda their remote office destination. The property offers a  "Workcation" package that includes special rates on rooms and suites, roundtrip airport transfers, and spa and golf services.

Last year, Estonia launched its first Digital Nomad Visa aimed at freelance workers and foreign company employees. Requirements include earning at least €3,504 (or $4,161) per month during the six months prior to your application. One of the country's most stunning properties is the 15th-century Padaste Manor, located along the beautiful Baltic coastline. Accommodation options include rooms, suites, and a private three-bedroom farmhouse that boasts a garden and a sauna with gorgeous sea views. 

The Barbados Welcome Stamp allows you to work remotely from the gorgeous island while enjoying its white sand beaches and turquoise waters during your lunch break. There is a $2,000 visa fee and a minimum salary requirement of $50,000 per year to be eligible for the program. Colony Club, part of Elegant Hotels, which operates four properties in Barbados, offers remote workers monthly rates starting at $8,000 based on double occupancy. The package also includes complimentary daily breakfast and WiFi, as well as daily water sports, such as kayaking, snorkeling, and paddleboarding—the perfect way to relax after a day in front of the computer.

Now is your chance to explore the divine beauty of Iceland's landscapes without missing a day of work. The country issues digital nomad visas to foreign workers for six months. To be eligible, you have to show proof of employment (freelancers can apply, too) and have a minimum monthly income of 1,000,000 ISK (or about $7,800). In Reykjavik, boutique hotels such as Kvosin Hotel offer elegantly furnished rooms and suites and complimentary high-speed internet, ideal for remote workers. While staying in Iceland, elevate your weekend trips by staying at a glass lodge set in the middle of the Icelandic countryside to scout aurora borealis.

What better way to change up the scenery than heading to sunny Croatia for a few months of work and adventure? Apply for a temporary residence permit that allows you to stay in the country for up to 12 months. Some of the requirements include proof of funds based on your previous year's salary, valid health insurance for the entire length of your stay, and proof of accommodation. Speaking of accommodation, the luxury Villa Dubrovnik, an American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts property, located on the beautiful Dalmatian coast would make the ideal base for your Adriatic workation. Soak up the panoramic views from your private balcony while staying in the Duke's Suite, or splurge on a private villa with a garden and an outdoor jacuzzi.

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Mexico offers two types of permits for those who wish to soak up the sun while working remotely. You can either enter the country on a regular six-month tourist visa or apply for a Temporary Resident Visa valid for up to four years (with the option to extend for three more years). Requirements include proof of funds—which is either a bank balance of at least $27,000 or a monthly income of over $1,620. For a long-term home-away-from-home experience on Mexico's West Coast, consider Esperanza, Auberge Resorts Collection, an American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts property set on the scenic Baja California Peninsula. The resort's accommodation options include luxury oceanfront villas and haciendas, perfect for families, and suites and casitas for individual travelers and couples. Travelers booking for at least three weeks enjoy long-term rates and luxury amenities such as daily breakfast served in your villa, private chef services, airport transfers, and kitchen pre-stocking services.

Apply for a nomad residence permit to make Antigua and Barbuda your Caribbean office destination for the foreseeable future. The two-year visa program is issued to workers who make $50,000 or more a year and have a health insurance plan. The beachfront Carlisle Bay hotel in St. Mary's, Antigua, has launched a special package intended for remote workers, dubbed Send a Wave from Work. It includes two complimentary nights for every 14 nights booked, a $200 resort credit, complimentary laundry service for a week, and a designated workspace stocked with office supplies and complimentary WiFi.

Jet off to Dubai for a year of work and play in the City of Gold. The city’s remote working program not only allows you to stay in the United Arab Emirates legally, but it also gives you and your family access to all standards services that Dubai residents benefit from, such as banking facilities, schooling, and a resident ID card. The visa costs $287, and you must earn a minimum of $5,000 per month to be eligible. Needless to say, you won't have to search long to find a five-star property ready to accommodate your every need. Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, for example, operates two properties in Dubai and offers multiple extended stay packages.

If you make at least $100,000 a year (for families, this number is $150,000) and you can provide a notarized bank letter, you can soon take your Zoom calls from a shaded chaise lounge on a Cayman Islands beach. The islands’ Global Citizen Certificate is issued for two years, which will give you plenty of time to explore the world-famous beaches, rare wildlife, and lush flora of the British territory. Currently, a mandatory 14-day quarantine is required upon entering the Cayman Islands. The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, an American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts property overlooking the famous Seven Mile Beach, attracts visitors looking for an idyllic place to work from with its Long Term Stay package.

Imagine hitting send on that last work email for the day and immediately jumping in the warm turquoise waters of the Caribbean. Well, Aruba is making it really simple to pack your bags and make this dream a reality. The island's One Happy Workation program lets all U.S. nationals with a valid passport stay in the country for 90 days, no visa required, and no paperwork to fill out. All you have to do is book your stay and plane ticket, and you are all set. Set your sights on sunny Palm Beach, where the Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort, Spa & Casino, an American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts property, offers spacious suites with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the ocean. The Work from Hyatt getaway packages include: private work areas with high-speed internet and discounted laundry services, valet parking, pet fees, and cabana rental fees. You will also receive a $50 daily food and beverage credit.

If you'd like to stay in Jamaica for more than 30 days, you can apply for a six-month extension to your tourist visa. Travelers who book 30 nights or more at GoldenEye resort in the quiet fishing village of Oracabessa will benefit from a long-term traveler. The property's most notable feature is its beautiful oceanfront location offering lush tropical gardens and secluded beaches. The 52-acre estate encompasses 45 stand-alone villas, cottages, and beach huts. For an extra dose of inspiration, you can also book Sir Ian Fleming's original five-bedroom home, where he penned the James Bond novels. Daily breakfast and unlimited laundry are included in your extended stay.

Make Anguilla your home away from home with the island's special visa intended for remote workers who would like to spend up to a year on the gorgeous Caribbean island. Take advantage of Belmond Cap Juluca's new Long Stay offer. When booking a 30-, 60-, or 90-day stay, guests receive: daily breakfast, a 60-minute spa treatment, a welcome dinner on arrival, unlimited laundry, a daily resort credit, and a dedicated host—plus guests’ Anguilla entry fee is waived.

Costa Rica is a paradise for nature lovers. The country's Rentista visa allows you to reside in the country for up to two years, provided you earn at least $2,500 per month or make a $60,000 bank deposit in a Costa Rican bank. Nayara Tented Camp, an American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts property, is one of the first luxury camps in Central America. Located in the Arenal Volcano National Park, the year-round camp offers air-conditioned accommodations that provide unobstructed volcano views. Take a dip in your private plunge pool in between Zoom calls, or take a yoga class to unwind. Guests who book month-long stays receive preferred rates on accommodations, along with laundry service, twice daily cleaning service, valet parking, and breakfast.

Can't decide whether you want a beach or a mountain workation? Then head to stunning Mauritius. The Indian Ocean island nation is famous for its lush jungles, crystal clear waters, and sun-washed beaches. The country's Premium Visa is for those who can "produce proof of their long stay plans and sufficient travel and health insurance for the initial period of stay." The visa is free and is issued for a year. Stay long term at the St. Regis Mauritius Resort, an oceanfront American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts property, which boasts panoramic views of the Indian Ocean while offering guests spacious, elegantly furnished rooms or even a fully serviced four-bedroom private villa with a dedicated team of butlers, a valet, and a chef, available 24 hours a day.

Visitors can stay up to 90 days in Turks and Caicos to enjoy its sunny, white sand beaches and calm, clear waters without a visa. Stay on a private island at Como Parrot Cay, an American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts property with world-class services, pristine beaches, and gorgeous sunsets. The resort's accommodations include spacious villas and houses with private pools, perfectly equipped for long-term stays.