Nagasaki Prefecture is accepting applications from July 1 for the second year of its nomad residency program, offering 20 spots and one month of free lodging to remote workers who contribute locally. The program is described as Japan's first prefectural-level nomad residency initiative.
Japan will raise visa fees to five times their current level starting July 1, 2026, affecting nationals who require a visa to enter the country. Travelers from visa-exempt countries are not affected by the change.
An overview of how digital nomads generate income online in 2026, covering common methods and how the landscape has shifted in recent years.
A guide to living and working remotely in Bengaluru covers neighborhoods, housing costs, coworking spaces, and visa considerations. The city is India's main technology hub and a common base for remote workers in South Asia.
Japan's Cabinet approved a visa fee increase effective July 1, 2026. Single-entry visa fees will rise from 3,000 yen to 15,000 yen, and multiple-entry visa fees will increase from 6,000 yen to 30,000 yen.
Japan's Minister for Foreign Affairs announced on June 19, 2026 that entry visa fees will increase by 400% effective July 1, 2026. The single-entry visa fee rises from JPY 3,000 to JPY 15,000, with multiple-entry fees increasing proportionally.
Latvia offers a 0% tax rate on reinvested profits and allows some companies to be registered quickly in a digital-friendly environment. The country is positioned as an entry point to the European market for foreign entrepreneurs and investors.
Foreign nationals can register a business in Panama without local partners or residency, retaining 100% ownership. The process involves choosing a business structure, registering the company, and obtaining a Notice of Operation and commercial license.
Working across borders introduces tax obligations, visa requirements, and insurance needs that differ from standard employment arrangements. The article covers how these administrative factors apply to people working remotely from multiple countries.