Guide to Thailand's remote work visa (DTV)
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Guide to Thailand's remote work visa (DTV)

Thailand has long been one of the more popular jurisdictions to relocate to, thanks to its welcoming culture, year round warm weather, excellent food scene and relatively low cost of living. While getting a visa to remain long term has never been difficult, getting one that fits our lifestyle (allows for remote work) has been nearly impossible before the introduction of the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV). In this post, I cover how it works, how to apply and the tax implications.

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Pitcairn, Free Land For Every Migrant
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Pitcairn, Free Land For Every Migrant

Pitcairn is the least populated nation on earth with a population of less than 40. In a bid to increase that number to one more sustainable, the island nation is offering free land AND permanent residency to anyone willing and able to relocate. In this article, I review this unusual program and explain how to apply.

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France’s Self-Employment Visa
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France’s Self-Employment Visa

Few location independent entrepreneurs would consider France a good residency option. High taxes, heavy bureaucracy and a system that is generally hostile to entrepreneurs being some of the reasons why. For those not running location independent businesses, however, France can be a great residency option. In this guide, I cover the self-employment visa, the visa most appropriate for freelancers, contractors and those who draw investment income.

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