Visas for Digital Nomads in Germany

By Joshua Wood, LPC

Summary: Find essential information about the digital nomad visa for working in Germany.

Program:German Freelance “Freiberufler” Visa
Length of Stay: 3 months - 3 years
Fees: 175 Euros
Online Application Available: Must be printed and brought to appointment at Germany embassy where you reside
Requirements & Documents:
Covid-19 Requirements: Official Information
Application Timing: 3 Months or Longer

Apply for Germany's Liberal Profession Visa

Germany is another country that does not have a specific visa for digital nomads, but rather one that is designed to enable freelancers to work there. Germany has the largest economy in Europe, and that obviously creates a lot of appeal for people to want to work there.

About the Author

Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.

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