Best Digital Nomad Countries - Nomad Visas for Remote Work

Our travel experts rank the best digital nomad visa programs currently available and tell you which to avoid.

Best Digital Nomad Visa Programs

If you believe the internet, it seems that each and every country is offering some kind of visa to cater to the growing trend of Digital Nomads. The bad news is that these headlines are mostly driven by sensationalism, misinformation, and clicks. That’s why you’ll rarely find articles like “How To Become A Digital Nomad In Portugal” that show the reader how to accomplish what it promises.

Or you might find a great Digital Nomad Visa Program, only to discover that the financial requirements are way out of your league. Or maybe everything is fine, the application process is clear, the costs reasonable, but then you discover that the country has extremely poor internet speeds or infrastructure, just as you’re boarding your plane. Not a fun place to be… The truth of the matter is that a lot of travel websites will oversimplify the application process just to boost engagement.

At Atlys, we’re not about all that. We’re about simplifying travel, not complicating it. That’s why we went and took a good hard look at all the Digital Nomad Visa Programs that are currently available and ranked them accordingly.

We then ranked most of the digital nomad visa programs currently available according to 5 factors:

Ease of AccessThis metric takes into account how easy, or difficult, it is to complete the application. With this, we take into account the amount of time you’ll probably spend if you’re completing the application on your own, and the confusion and uncertainty that comes with such an application.

Qualifying CostThis metric takes focuses on the amount of money you’ll need to make in order to qualify for the Digital Nomad Visa. To measure this we took an average between the median wages of the US, UK, EU, and International semi-developed economies. This average came to $3271.00. Anything below this amount will be considered cheap, while anything 20% above this amount ($3925.80) will be considered expensive. While your own budget might look different, we’ve decided on this approach to ensure that this report is relevant to as many readers as possible.

Application FeesThis refers to the financial cost that an applicant will need to pay to ensure that the application is received by the relevant embassy or consulate. Please note that as is the case with any visa application that paying this fee does in no way guarantee that an application will succeed.

Internet Speed and QualityAs most Digital Nomads are dependent on good internet infrastructure to execute their tasks, we’ve included the internet speed of the country offering the digital nomad visa as a ranking metric. We only considered fixed broadband speeds and took as a benchmark Speedtest’s global average of 54Mbps. After all, the best view in the world won’t help pay your bills.

Cost Of Living and General InfrastructureFinally, we looked at how much it will cost to live and work in a country, and how easy it will be to do so, ie. what is a country’s infrastructure like? For the first part, we used Indianapolis, IN, USA, as a benchmark for comparisons. To determine the second factor we took the World Bank’s Logistics Performance index into account.

Countries Currently Offering A Digital Nomad Visa

These are currently the only countries offering a Digital Nomad Visa propper: Georgia, Bahamas, Malta, Antigua & Barbuda, Barbados, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Croatia, Czech Republic, Curacao, Costa Rica, Dominica (NOT to be confused with the Dominican Republic), Dubai, Estonia, Mexico, Montserrat, Mauritius.

Portugal and Greece also sneak their way into the mentions here, as they both offer national visas that can easily accommodate digital nomads.

Countries that do not have a Digital Nomad Visa Program, but that still somehow make their way onto the above list on other websites include Norway, Germany (Freiberufler Visa), Spain (Entrepreneur Visa), and Australia (Working Holiday Visa). We do not consider these visas to be true Digital Nomad Visas and as such, we didn’t include them on this list.

Other countries and cities, like Sri Lanka, Thailand, Cape Town, and Bali have all reported that they are investigating how to take advantage of the growing digital nomad trend, but as of date, no concrete Digital Nomad Programs were on offer from any of them.

However, while the list of digital nomad visa programs is currently limited, many digital nomads still make a living in countries without official digital nomad visa programs. This is because you do not always need a digital nomad visa to live as a digital nomad in a country, as there may be other visa options available to you. That being said, Atlys would like to remind travelers that the visa applied for, and the purpose of said visa should always correspond.

It is also worth remembering that if you are traveling and working in a country you should ensure that you are always tax compliant in accordance with your country of tax residence and the country visited.

Ranking The Best Digital Nomad Visa Programs

Each country’s Digital Nomad Program will now be ranked according to the five metrics mentioned earlier. Each Digital Nomad Visa Program will then receive a score out of 25 which will determine their position on this list. The list is in descending order.

14. Cayman Islands Digital Nomad Visa Program (Score: 10)

There was some debate in the office on whether the Caymans Islands should be included on this list. After all, any program with the word “concierge” in it is going to be aimed at a rather specific demographic.

Either way, we decided to include the ostentatiously named Global Citizen Concierge Program and allow you to decide for yourself. This visa will allow nomads to live in the country for up to 2 years. We have a couple of issues with this visa program, the biggest is the fact that it requires an annual salary of $100000, and $150000.

This pushes the visa firmly into retirement visa territory. This is also accompanied by a long and arduous application process and a $1500 processing fee. Not all that appealing, especially when you take the 16 Mbps average internet speed into account. We suggest you visit the Cayman Islands on holiday, rather than working there.

Cost Of Living And General Infrastructure: 3/5

13. Georgia Digital Nomad Visa Program (Score: 13.5)

The Georgia Digital Nomad Visa program, “Remotely Form Georgia”, will allow remote workers and digital nomads to live and work in Georgia for up to one year. This country at the crossroads between east and west offers breathtaking mountain views, black sea beaches, and ancient monasteries. The only way to truly understand what magic Georgia holds is by traveling there and seeing for yourself.

To qualify for this Digital Nomad Visa Program you’ll need to earn $2000 a month or have $24000 available in a bank account. Don’t worry about any application fees, Remotely From Georgia is available free of charge! Simply fill in the online form to complete your application. The only major drawbacks are the below-average internet speeds (26.73 Mbps - below half of the international average), and low infrastructure score (Ranking #119 out of 160 countries).

On the plus side, Tbilisi is 65% cheaper than Indianapolis, and overall, most of the challenges presented by low internet speeds and ailing infrastructure should be negated if travelers make the capital city their base of operations.

Cost Of Living And General Infrastructure: 1.5/5

12. Antigua and Barbuda Digital Nomad Visa Program (Score: 14)

While the Caribbean Island of Antigua and Barbuda may seem like the perfect Digital Nomad location it suffers from a couple of issues that make it somewhat less appealing.

First off is a lengthy and complicated application process, followed up with a minimum annual salary requirement of $50000, or $4166.67 per month. Add to that an average internet speed of 17.11 Mbps, and only a marginally cheaper cost of living than that of Indianapolis, and the allure starts to fade like mist on the Caribbean sea. At the end of the day, Antigua and Barbuda is a way better Holiday destination than it is a digital nomad solution.

TIED 10. Barbados Digital Nomad Visa Program (Score: 17)

Another Caribbean nation on this list, the Barbados Welcome Stamp will allow digital nomads to live in Barbados for up to one year. It’s basically a one-year working holiday visa and it costs $2000 for individuals and $3000 for families. That already steep application fee is further exacerbated by the $50000 annual earnings requirement.

How I Got Our Bahamas Health Visas And Surprised My GF With An Unforgettable Trip

Daniel shares his story on how he surprised his girlfriend with an unforgettable trip to the Bahamas.

Applying For The Bahamas Travel Health Visa

If you’d ask my girlfriend, Simone, she’ll probably tell you that I’m the least romantic person in the world. She has a point, I’ve always been way too pragmatic to be romantic. Simone has always been the one to organize a surprise trip, date night, or some or other getaway. This year, however, I decided that I’ll turn the tables and surprise her with a week-long vacation to the Bahamas, at the end of which, I’ll propose.

I specifically chose the Bahamas because I knew that US citizens do not require a Visa to travel to the islands. What did I tell you about being pragmatic over romantic? However, I did not take into account the effect that Covid19 will have on my travel plans. It turned out to be a slight inconvenience, rather than a major issue.

After a couple of quick searches, I discovered that all travelers to the Bahamas must apply for the Bahamas Health Visa, a program that the Bahamas government implemented to deal with the spread of Covid19 through the island chain, while still being able to allow tourists and issue Tourist visas (if your nationality requires a visa that is).

The only major obstacle that I saw was getting Simone to get a PCR test result without raising her suspicions, as the process of getting a Bahamas Health Visa is pretty simple, even though there was a moment or two that caused my blood pressure to rise, albeit ever so slightly. But I’m getting ahead of myself…

First I’ll list all of the entry requirements we needed to obtain our Bahamas Health Visas. Hopefully, this will save you a lot of time, as I was caught unawares by some of the requirements and it made the application process a little bit more tricky.

How To Travel To The Bahamas During The Covid19 Pandemic.

In order to travel to the Bahamas, you’ll need a Bahamas Health Visa, as well as your normal Bahamas Tourist Visa if your nationality requires one. I also read that if you are traveling to the Bahamas as a resident of the US (ie. a Green Card holder), you’ll need to present your Green Card or relevant visa authorities.

What Are The Requirements For The Bahamas Health Visa

To get a Bahamas Health Visa you’ll need the following documents:

Even though the Bahamas website said nothing specifically about the passport itself, a couple of threads on the internet mentioned that it should be valid for at least six months after our date of departure from the Bahamas.

While this wasn’t mentioned in the list of required documents, you will need a flight number to complete the Bahamas Travel Health Visa application.

The address of the Hotel / Resort / Airbnb you’ll be staying at.

A Vaccination certificate for both your shots, If you had two. You also need the vaccination lot or batch number. (Ours were indicated on our certificates, but I’ve read of individuals who had to look theirs up on a registry.)

The Information of the health facility where the vaccinations were performed.

If you are vaccinated you’ll need your vaccination certificates and a Rapid or RT-PCR test, performed no later than 5 days prior to your application.

-If you are unvaccinated you’ll need an RT-PCR test, performed no later than 5 days prior to your application.

Both vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers will need to provide additional information on the facilities where they had their tests done.

All travelers to the Bahamas that are older than 12 years old will need to submit a Covid19 test, regardless of their vaccination status. The only difference between vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers is the type of test you are able to submit.

I double-checked this last bit of information a couple of times, and I’m confident that you can provide a Rapid Antigen test instead of an RT-PCR test if you are a vaccinated traveler, which both Simone and I are. Conversely, if you are unvaccinated you cannot submit any test but an RT-PCR test.

Great, now that I got all of that out of the way, let’s start with the process of applying for the Bahamas Health Visa itself.

How To Apply For Your Bahamas Health Visa.

I started by going to the Bahamas Health Visa website and selecting “International.” I then created a new account for myself, and a second one for Simone on one of my backup email accounts - I didn’t want the surprise trip spoiled by a random email notification. As far as I could figure out, there’s no way of creating an account for a group, and each applicant will need to create their own account - or have one created for them by their soon to be fiance ;)

After I created my account I entered my passport information and declared my immigration status as “Visitor”. I then uploaded a picture of my passport's biometrics page (the page with my photo on it). In the next steps, I entered my personal information, my residential address in the USA, and completed a quick checklist about my health conditions. I was a little bit iffy about this last part, but after a quick research session, I discovered that the Bahamas Health Visa includes Covid19 health insurance. Finally, I entered the details of my emergency contact and proceeded.

I was then taken to my profile page, from where I could manage our trips. Ready to get down to business, I clicked on the “Add Trip” Option and indicated that I would be applying for an international trip. Imagine my surprise when I could only add a trip for the next 5 days, six if you included the current day. At first, I thought something was wrong, but after another quick google, I realized that this wasn’t a bug, but a feature.

I could only apply for our Bahamas Health Visas when our trip was six days away, something I should’ve realized earlier, to be honest. Our trip was more than a month away, which meant that all of my hard work was way premature.

Instead of waiting around, I started planning on how to overcome the little obstacle of getting Simone to take a Rapid antigen test (as I said, we’re both vaccinated so we could go for this option)and produce a negative test result. So I contacted her boss - she was already clued up on my plan, as I requested time off from her in Simone’s stead. So asking her to make up a fictitious trip for which Simone will have to get a Rapid test was a small thing. In no time, the test was scheduled for 5 days before our trip, the same as mine. My plan was coming together beautifully…

4 days before our date of arrival in beautiful Nassau, and now armed with both our test results (negative on two counts) I started the application process again. I entered our type of travel (Airline), flight number, and where we’ll be departing from.

Next, I entered our arrival and departure information, as well as the information for our accommodation in the Bahamas. I then uploaded the information for both my vaccination shots, the facility I received them from, and my proof of vaccination. I read that while there are a couple of vaccine options available on the application form, the Bahamas give priority to travelers with Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Moderna, and AstraZeneca vaccines. Luckily, both Simone and I had Pfizer vaccines, so no worries there. I also read that if you are unable to provide the exact details of the facility where you received your vaccines, you can report CDC.

After I had provided all the information, I checked the relevant boxes and submitted my application and then Simone’s. On the profile pages, both our trip statuses changed to “pending.” All that was left now was to wait. From what I read on travel forums the applications are processed pretty quickly, however, every now and again a traveler reported a nail-biting wait before being able to travel to the Bahamas. Some even missed their flights because of slow processing times.

Unbeknownst To Simone, She Gets Her Bahamas Health Visa

The next morning, I received a notification that Simone’s application had been approved, so I paid the $40.00 (you only pay for successful applications) and checked my own status. Still “pending”... Our flight was now 72 hours away and I was growing anxious. I decided to wait until midday and check again. “Pending...” same as before.

I immediately emailed them (healthvisa@bahamas.com) but this was not enough to calm my nerves. So I found their compliance unit’s telephone number, +1 (242) 604-7200, and called them. Fortunately, I was on an international call plan, else this call could’ve ended up costing me a fortune. I was in the queue for nearly three hours before I was helped, and if that was billed at the usual $3 per minute for international calls it could’ve severely impacted our budget on our trip…

It was all worth it, as my Bahamas Health Visa was approved within minutes of me ending the call. All I had to do was provide my Trip ID and my surname, and voila! I also used the profile page to pre-purchase two Rapid tests while we were in the Bahamas, scheduled three days before we returned to the US.

The Commencement Of An Unforgettable Romantic Getaway...

On the day of our flight, Simone was still under the impression that she’ll be going on a business trip. She was to meet her colleague, who had their tickets, at the airport. She was a bit surprised when I offered to accompany her to the airport, but when she saw my luggage she realized something was up. I was tightlipped about it all, simply saying that I also had a last-minute trip I had to make.

Kenya eVisa For US Citizens: Application & Requirements 2023

A step-by-step guide on applying for a Kenya e-visa. You'll find everything about the Kenya evisa requirements, online visa application, and application form.

331 People Got Their Visas on Atlys this Week

US citizens need a visa to enter Kenya and can apply for the Kenya e visa. You can use the Kenya e visa to travel for tourism and sightseeing.

The Kenya e-visa is a tourist visa that you can get online.

The Kenya visa for US citizens does not require you to submit your passport at the Embassy.

Once your visa is approved, you will get a digital copy that you can use to enter the country (no visa stamp is needed on your passport).

You must submit the Kenya e visa application at least 21 days before travelling.

30-Day Summary

Is A Visa Required for US Citizens?

Kenya Visa Fees

Kenya Visa Processing Time

Length of Stay

Kenya Visa Validity

Yes, if you're a US citizen planning a trip to Kenya you will need to apply for a Kenya visa. 

Fortunately, in recent years, Kenya has embraced the e-Visa system, streamlining the entry process for many, including Americans.

The e-Visa for Kenya is an electronic travel authorization that allows you to enter and visit the Republic of Kenya. The Kenya e-Visa is completed online.

Atlys strives to simplify the tricky visa application process. By collaborating with official agencies, we ensure a hassle-free experience for your Kenya visa application.

Atlys provides the Kenya single entry visa for USD 93 and provides a stay of 30 days.

How To Apply For Kenya Visa Through Government Channels

Additional Information for the Kenya E Visa for US Citizens

Kenya E-Visa Application Guidelines & Tips

Official Website: Always use the official Kenyan e-Visa portal or Atlys app to submit your application. This ensures your personal information is protected and you're not scammed.

Document Preparation: Before starting the application, have all necessary documents ready and in the right format. Fortunately, if you apply through Atlys they will ensure the documents are submitted in the correct format.

Payment: Use a reliable and working credit/debit card for the visa fee payment. Once paid, keep the transaction receipt for reference. Sometimes you can encounter Kenya E visa problems on the online portal. 

Print & Digital: Once approved, print a copy of your e-Visa and keep a digital copy on your mobile device. This ensures you have it ready in multiple forms upon arrival.

Stay Informed: Keep an eye on your application status through the portal. Some applications may require additional documentation or clarifications.

Respect Regulations: Always adhere to the terms of your visa. Overstaying or violating visa conditions can lead to fines or future travel restrictions.


Having an eVisa means you've been granted preliminary permission to travel to Kenya. However, the final authority to enter the country lies with the immigration officers at the point of entry, such as an airport or border crossing. 

You'll need to apply for a Kenya e-Visa when planning to visit the country. If your country enjoys visa-free travel, you don't need to apply for a Kenya Tourist Visa.

In order for your visa application to be successful, you need to meet the Kenya evisa requirements.

You need to start and complete your Kenya e-Visa application online.

You'll receive notifications about the progress of your visa applications via email or SMS.

After your visa has been approved, you need to print it and present it to immigration authorities at the border.

And there you have it! Now you know everything on how to apply for the Kenya Visa online, and remember, if it gets difficult, you can always count on Atlys to have your back.

At Atlys, we meticulously review each detail for accuracy. We rely on verified information from the Kenyan government to guarantee authentic insights. Moreover, this blog leverages AI assistance to simplify complex topics for you.

Turks and Caicos requires travelers to get a travel authorization before their trips.

Turks And Caicos Islands Travel Authorization Form

Important TCI Travel Authorization Update

Effective May 1st, 2022, there will be new entry requirements for the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI). An important note is that travelers are not required to apply for a Turks and Caicos Travel Authorization. Even so, there are other specific requirements you will need to meet. Furthermore, you may need a passport to enter the TCI.

If you’re planning a trip to the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) you know it can be a daunting process. There are so many different reports on what US travelers need to do and not do before visiting the islands that it leaves even the most seasoned traveler dazed and confused.

The Turks and Caicos Islands have implemented additional steps to address the threats posed by the COVID 19 pandemic. If you plan to travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands you must visit the TCI Assured Travel Permission Portal to obtain travel authorization for your arrival in the Turks and Caicos Islands. You must present your Travel Authorization document at your airport at the time of check-in. If you do not show your Travel Authorization Document you will not be allowed to board your flight.

The current review times are running into several days, causing some travelers to miss their flights. We recommend applying through Atlys to get your authorization on time and a lot quicker.

We know this, and that’s why we’ve created this guide! In it, we will take you through the process step by step and we’ve curated all of the up-to-date info for travelers looking to visit the TCI from the US.

How to Get a Turks and Caicos Travel Authorization Health Visa on Atlys

What Are The Turks And Caicos COVID-19 Restrictions And Procedures?

Other Forms You’ll Need On Arrival To The Turks And Caicos Islands

You can now submit a Turks and Caicos Travel Authorization in under 5 minutes on Atlys. Download the Atlys app on your iPhone, put in your travel details, and let Atlys handle all the paperwork for you.

Who Needs To Apply For A TCI Travel Authorization?

It is mandatory for visitors traveling to the Turks and Caicos Islands to obtain a TCI travel authorization before departure. There are no exemptions to this rule.

When Should I Apply For My TCI Travel Authorization?

For your TCI Travel Authorization, you can apply on Atlys as soon as you want. If you instead plan to wait until the last minute, you can start your application 72 hours before you travel on their portal.

Keep in mind that you'll need to get your negative COVID-19 Test result no later than 72 hours before your intended flight. See this helpful infographic if you're unsure when you should get your test:

What Are The Requirements For My Turks And Caicos Travel Authorization?

Before starting the Turks and Caicos travel authorization application process, you need to consider a few requirements. During the application process (more about this later), you must provide the following information and documents:

All travelers over the age of 16 must be fully vaccinated to obtain their Turks and Caicos travel authorization.

Another mandatory requirement for entry into TCI is a negative COVID-19 test result taken no less than 3 days before your departure to the islands. The only exemption to this requirement is for children under 10 years.

When traveling to the TCI, you'll need to ensure that you have valid travel insurance or health insurance. Your insurance must cover any COVID-19 related costs, including hospitalization, medical prescriptions, doctor's visits, emergency medical attention, etc. Furthermore, if you test positive for COVID-19 while visiting the Turks and Caicos Islands, you'll need to cover all additional costs. This mainly includes costs related to quarantine.

For a successful TCI travel authorization application, you'll need to answer a standard online health screening questionnaire. Ensure that you answer all these questions honestly.

If you're unsure about the exact requirements or how to obtain certain documents, you can use Atlys to apply for your TCI travel insurance. When using Atlys, you'll be able to apply for your TCI travel authorization without worrying about specific details. All you need to do is enter your personal information, relax, and wait for your travel authorization.

What Travel Insurance Can I Use For My TCI Travel Authorization?

As previously mentioned, you're required to obtain valid travel insurance when you travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands for tourism. Additionally, your travel insurance must cover all medical expenses related to COVID-19. I'll list a few companies that cover all these costs:

Allianz Global Assistance (Get through Atlys)

Did You Know: When you apply for your TCI travel authorization through Atlys, you can automatically add trusted travel insurance alongside your application. Doing this will effectively save you time and frustration.

How To Complete The TCI Travel Authorization Form

Applicants need to head over to the TCI Assured Travel Authorization Portal.

As soon as you head over to the TCI Assured Travel Authorization portal you will notice 2 messages appear.

Please read through these 2 messages attentively and be sure that you understand them.Afterward, you will be able to access the Travel Authorization Portal.

Enter your Email address. You will receive an OTP pin (via email). You will need to insert your unique OTP pin to continue with your application.

Tanzania Business and Work Visa: Visa Types and Requirements

Going on a work trip to Tanzania? Or moving to Tanzania? Check out what you need to enter.

Tanzania Business And Work Visa

The Tanzania Work Visa is granted for various reasons, including feasibility studies, the development of professional and business ties, and the establishment of investment plans. The visa's validity could last anywhere from one to twelve months. Since visa fees are established administratively, potential investors should seek advice from the proper authorities before applying for visas.

The Tanzanian government has changed the manner it issues visas to "Business Travelers." Previously, all business visa applicants were automatically granted a one-year multiple-entry visa; however, This is no longer the case since the Tanzanian government currently offers five distinct types of business visas.

You can now get a Tanzania visa in under 3 minutes on Atlas. Download the Atlas app on your iPhone, put in your travel details, and let Atlas handle all the paperwork for you. When you use Atlas, all the other paperwork such as entry forms and covid declarations are also taken care of!

Foreign nationals who desire to visit the United Republic of Tanzania for one of the following purposes may be granted a business visa for a duration of up to 90 days.

Here's our guide on the Tanzania Visa for US citizens. Be sure to check it out for additional information on the Tanzania Business Visa.

Tanzania provides expatriates and foreign enterprises a diverse range of opportunities. These prospects, however, bring with them a slew of difficulties. You'll need to put together a skilled team of employees if you want to extend your business to Tanzania. Many worldwide companies prefer to relocate part of their existing employees while hiring new talent from other countries. If you go this way, it will be your responsibility to ensure that any foreign employees accompanying you to Tanzania have the necessary visas and work permits.

There are three types of work and residency permits available in Tanzania:

Permits of Class A are available to international investors.

Class B permits are for foreign workers with particular talents filling a post for which no Tanzanians are qualified.

Missionaries, volunteers, students, researchers, and others are eligible for Class C visas.

In Tanzania, the majority of employees will require a Class B work permit.

Obtaining a Tanzanian Work Visa Requirements

The following are the visa requirements for foreigners planning to visit Tanzania:

A passport valid for at least six months after the applicant's scheduled entrance date is required.

Applicants must provide the following documents to obtain a Class B work and residence permit:

Copies of academic records and other qualifications for the position, including references from prior employers

Application Process for Work Visa in Tanzania

Foreign nationals needing a visa should start the procedure by locating the Tanzanian embassy or consulate in their home country. The embassy will have an accurate and up-to-date list of visa requirements. After confirming the documents required to support the application, the employee should assemble all relevant goods and send them to the embassy.

If the employee needs Class B permission before traveling to Tanzania, it is the employer's responsibility to apply for it on their behalf. To support the application, the employee must send the relevant documentation to the company. The business will also have to show the Ministry of Labor why a foreign hire is necessary.

The employee can fly to Tanzania to begin working once the required officials have issued the work and residence permit.

How To Fill Tanzania Business Visa Application?

In this section, provide information about yourself and save the application ID. Each application is associated with your passport number.

Often, the information is not saved so it is recommended to complete this in one sitting. Ensure everything matches the information on your documents.

Tanzania requires information about your employment to ascertain that you've an incentive to go back to your home country. For retirees, you can put 'NA' in the 'Employer' and 'Occupation' fields.

This is the section where you can choose which visa you're applying for. There are selections that if you choose the Business Visa, you have to choose the purpose of your business visa.  Tanzania requires information about your accommodation as well as your host. For hosts, we recommend putting 'self'. Accommodation is your hotel address.

This section requires to indicate the person accompanying you if you'll be traveling in groups or individual. If you'll be traveling in groups, You have to indicate the group or organization name. Then if you are being accompanied by a minor, you have to include its personal details.

Tanzania requires a photo of your passport, proof of flight reservations to Tanzania and back and your own photo. If your photos are more than 300KB, use this tool to compress them.

How to Fill-in the Schengen Visa Application Form - Application Form Guide

This informative guide will show you exactly how to create the perfect Schengen Visa Application! Follow this to ensure your Schengen Visa Application is successful.

The Perfect Schengen Visa Application

Your Guide On How To Ace Your Schengen Visa Application

A Schengen Visa will grant travelers entry to 22 European countries, with views and regions ranging from the majestic Alps and Norway’s breathtaking fjords, to Spain’s immaculate beaches and Greece’s ancient cities, to name but a few..

But to be able to enjoy seemingly borderless travel within the European Union, travelers will need to ensure that their Schengen Visa Application is faultless, as even the smallest of mistakes may lead to a Schengen Visa being denied.

With such a small margin for error, it’s understandable that people report that a Schengen visa application is one of the most stressful experiences of our modern life, up there with moving house, job interviews, and public speaking.

That’s why Atlys has created this guide to walk you through the Schengen Visa Application process and ensure that you ultimately submit the perfect visa application. In this surefire guide to the perfect Schengen Visa Application we’ll look at the following:

Completing The Perfect Schengen Visa Application

The Required Documents For A Faultless Schengen Visa Application

However, before we start with the application proper, we need to clarify a few things. While all Schengen Visa Applications are essentially the same, they differ on some details like the country applied for and the reason for applying. For the sake of this article, we’ll apply for a Schengen Tourist Visa To Portugal and we’ll be using this Schengen Visa Application Form. If your form differs from this one, chances are you have the harmonized Schengen Visa Application form, which contains the same information, but it’s formatted differently.

Now that we’ve got that out of the way, we'll start you on your way to completing the perfect Schengen Visa Application! To start with, we’re going to look at the Schengen Visa Application Form.

Page 1 of the Schengen Visa Application form deals mainly with your general information. You’ll need to report your names (#1-3), date of birth (#4), place, and country of birth, ie. New York, USA (#5 & 6), your nationality (# 7), your sex (# 8), and civil status (#9).

If you are completing the form for a minor, you’ll need to complete #10.

At #11 - “National Identity Number” you should report your national ID number if you have one. If not, simply fill in “N/A”. US citizens do not have national identity numbers, so all US passport holders can report “N/A.”Finally, report the type of passport. For most cases, select “Ordinary passport.” The rule of thumb is, if you are unsure about the type of passport you have, it’s most probably an ordinary passport.

Other Things To Remember When Completing Page 1 of Your Schengen Visa Application

When you fill in the application form, you must ensure that the name you enter exactly matches the name on your passport. This means that if you have a middle name on your passport, you must include it on your Schengen Visa Application Form.

Ie. If your passport reports your name John Jack Smith, you will enter “John Jack” for the given names section, and “Smith” for the surname sanction.

If you are unsure, simply refer to the bio page in your passport. This is the page that features all of your information as well as a picture of yourself. Information found here must be identical to the information reported on your Schengen Visa Application.

Report your current nationality and your nationality at birth if it differs. Your current nationality will almost always correspond to the nationality of the passport that you are using.The name must match the passport exactly, even if a middle name is included. Double-check that all the information reported is correct and corresponds exactly with what is stated in your passport.

This is especially important because discrepancies between the information on your passport and the information reported will lead to your Schengen Visa application being denied. Once you are 100% sure that your information is correct, you may proceed to Page 2.

Page 2 of the Schengen Visa Application form focuses on additional information from your passport, as well as some information that pertains to your stay in the country that you are applying to.

#13. “Number of Travel Document” - This simply refers to your passport number. You’ll usually find the passport number in the upper right area of your passport’s bio page. Make sure that you fill in the passport number correctly.

#14 and #15 is your passport’s date of issue, and date of expiration, respectively. #16 refers to the authority that issued your passport. In most cases, it’s the same as the nationality of the passport you hold.

#17 and #18 are only relevant if you are staying with a friend or family member within the Schengen area country. If you are not staying with a friend or family member leave these entries blank.

At #19 report your physical address, your email address, and your telephone number.

At #20, check yes if you are currently a resident of a country other than the nationality of your passport. Please note that simply staying or living in a country does not equal residence. Residence in this case refers to an official visa or travel document that grants the holder residence status in a specific country, like a US Green Card. You’ll also need to report your residence permit number and how long it is valid.

#21 state your occupation i.e. “professor (former student)” or “retired (former sales manager)”. If you have no occupation, write “no occupation”. It is worth noting that while Schengen Visas are available to unemployed people, the process to obtain a Schengen visa while unemployed is one filled with obstacles.

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