1 year
Initial Duration
$2,000
Monthly Income
$120
Application Fee
$1,100
Cost of Living/mo
Highlights
Fast internetStartup hubAffordable EU
Requirements
Income Requirement$2,000/month
Health InsuranceRequired
Proof of AccommodationRequired
Background CheckRequired
Processing Time2-4 weeks
Duration & Renewal
Initial Duration1 year
Maximum Duration2 years
Renewal Options1 year, renewable
Benefits
Work Permissionfull
Tax BenefitsNone
Path to ResidencyYes
Path to CitizenshipYes
Family IncludedYes
Things to Consider
- Cold winters
- Small market
- Language barrier
Best For
- Tech workers
- Startups
- Budget nomads
Lifestyle
Internet Quality5/5
Safety Rating4/5
Climatecontinental
TimezoneUTC+2/+3
Ready to Apply?
Visit the official government website for application details.
Official ApplicationLast updated: January 2026