Tallinn, Estonia
Medieval Hanseatic port that quietly became Europe's most digital country.
CoastalRich in historyHistoric old townWalkableTech hubStartup sceneRemote-worker hubSecularForest nearby
Visa overview
Digital nomad visa
Estonia Digital Nomad Visa
Minimum income ~$50,000/year · 1 year
Other long-stay pathways
- e-Residency (digital, not residence)
- Startup Visa
Residency5 years on temporary residence
Citizenship8 years + Estonian language test
Always verify with the official immigration website. Rules change.
Tax overview
Top income tax
20%
VAT / sales tax
22%
Effective on tech salary
21%
Flat 20% income tax. Corporate tax only on distributed profits — globally unusual.
Approximations. Talk to a tax advisor before making real decisions.
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