{ "meta": { "site": "https://chufachufa.com", "title": "chufachufa visa routes dataset for Chinese passport holders", "description": "Non-tourist visa routes per country, verified against official sources, with requirements and review dates.", "lastResearchPass": "2026-07", "attribution": "chufachufa (chufachufa.com). Please cite chufachufa and link back when reusing this data." }, "countries": [ { "country": "Argentina", "countryZh": "阿根廷", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/argentina/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 34, "label": { "zh": "较易", "en": "Easier" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "租金/远程收入临时居留", "en": "Rentista / remote-income temporary residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ar-rentista", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/ar-rentista-argentina/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/ar-rentista-argentina/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/argentina/ar-rentista-argentina/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "租金收入临时居留", "en": "Rentista temporary residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "境外资产租金收入", "en": "Foreign asset income" }, "timeline": "The direct temporary-residence service states 1 year, renewable; the separate prior-entry permit route states temporary residence for up to 3 years.", "summary": "Temporary residence for people supported by qualifying income from assets or other lawful external sources; personal work remuneration is excluded from the rentista category.", "requirements": [ "Provide a valid passport or other accepted identity document, Argentine criminal-record evidence, foreign criminal-record certificates for countries where you lived more than one year during the last three years, proof of address, and proof of regular entry.", "Show stable rent of at least five Argentine Salario Mínimo Vital y Móvil per applicant; the prior-entry permit guidance describes the rent as payable for a period of at least two years.", "Prove that the rent comes from assets in the applicant's patrimony, such as financial instruments, real estate, or company interests. Personal work remuneration is excluded from this category.", "Show that the funds needed for the stay enter Argentina through banks or financial institutions authorised by the Central Bank, then file through RaDEX and attend the appointment if the application is accepted." ], "sourceName": "Argentina Dirección Nacional de Migraciones", "sourceUrl": "https://www.argentina.gob.ar/servicio/obtener-una-residencia-temporaria-como-rentista", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "ar-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/ar-student-argentina/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/ar-student-argentina/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/argentina/ar-student-argentina/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 临时居留", "en": "School admission + temporary residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Use Spanish, university, or postgraduate study as a clearer first landing route.", "requirements": [ "Passport valid at least 6 months with blank pages; two photos; signed visa form; programme of study; educational institution must electronically file student data with National Directorate of Migration.", "Fees apply; funds/support requirements may depend on consulate and study programme." ], "sourceName": "Argentina official source", "sourceUrl": "https://cancilleria.gob.ar/en/services/visas/student-visa-365-days", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ar-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/ar-work-argentina/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/ar-work-argentina/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/argentina/ar-work-argentina/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作居留", "en": "Work residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地雇主合同", "en": "Local employer contract" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-6 个月", "en": "3-6 months" }, "summary": "Requires an Argentine employer and contract, best when an offer is already in hand.", "requirements": [ "Argentine consulate states work visa is for applicants with an employment contract in Argentina for up to one year, or employees of a foreign company transferred from a local subsidiary to Argentina.", "Requires consular application and employment/transfer documentation.", "No universal income threshold identified.", "Employer/contract and migration authorisation are central." ], "sourceName": "Argentina official source", "sourceUrl": "https://clond.cancilleria.gob.ar/en/node/2420", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "argentina-remote-digital-nomad-visa-tie-art-24h-temporary-transitory-residence", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/argentina-remote-digital-nomad-visa-tie-art-24h-temporary-transitory-residence-argentina/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/argentina-remote-digital-nomad-visa-tie-art-24h-temporary-transitory-residence-argentina/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/argentina/argentina-remote-digital-nomad-visa-tie-art-24h-temporary-transitory-residence-argentina/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Digital Nomad Visa - TIE Art. 24H temporary/transitory residence", "routeName": "Digital Nomad Visa - TIE Art. 24H temporary/transitory residence", "timeline": "Authorised stay 180 days; extendable for another similar period. Procedure cost EUR 200 on the checked embassy page.", "summary": "For foreign citizens from countries that do not require a tourist visa to enter Argentina; remote work using computer/telecommunications for persons domiciled outside Argentina; application note, CV, passport, photo, proof of activity/contract/company endorsement/income/fees, and reference linked to occupation.", "requirements": [ "For foreign citizens from countries that do not require a tourist visa to enter Argentina; remote work using computer/telecommunications for persons domiciled outside Argentina; application note, CV, passport, photo, proof of activity/contract/company endorsement/income/fees, and reference linked to occupation.", "No fixed minimum income found on official embassy page; proof documentation of activity/income/fees required." ], "sourceName": "Argentina official source", "sourceUrl": "https://eirla.cancilleria.gob.ar/en/new-digital-nomad-visa-tie-art-24h", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "argentina-study-student-visa-365-days", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/argentina-study-student-visa-365-days-argentina/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/argentina-study-student-visa-365-days-argentina/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/argentina/argentina-study-student-visa-365-days-argentina/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Student visa – 365 days", "routeName": "Student visa – 365 days", "timeline": "365 days on this route; other student routes may exist for shorter/longer arrangements.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Passport valid at least 6 months with blank pages; two photos; signed visa form; programme of study; educational institution must electronically file student data with National Directorate of Migration.", "Fees apply; funds/support requirements may depend on consulate and study programme." ], "sourceName": "Argentina official source", "sourceUrl": "https://cancilleria.gob.ar/en/services/visas/student-visa-365-days", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "argentina-skilled-work-visa-temporary-residence-for-employment", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/argentina-skilled-work-visa-temporary-residence-for-employment-argentina/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/argentina-skilled-work-visa-temporary-residence-for-employment-argentina/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/argentina/argentina-skilled-work-visa-temporary-residence-for-employment-argentina/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Work Visa / Temporary residence for employment", "routeName": "Work Visa / Temporary residence for employment", "timeline": "Consular source describes up to one year; extensions/temporary residence processes may be handled in Argentina depending on route.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Argentine consulate states work visa is for applicants with an employment contract in Argentina for up to one year, or employees of a foreign company transferred from a local subsidiary to Argentina.", "Requires consular application and employment/transfer documentation.", "No universal income threshold identified.", "Employer/contract and migration authorisation are central." ], "sourceName": "Argentina official source", "sourceUrl": "https://clond.cancilleria.gob.ar/en/node/2420", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "argentina-longTerm-rentista-person-of-independent-means-temporary-residence", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/argentina-longterm-rentista-person-of-independent-means-temporary-residence-argentina/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/argentina/argentina-longterm-rentista-person-of-independent-means-temporary-residence-argentina/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/argentina/argentina-longterm-rentista-person-of-independent-means-temporary-residence-argentina/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Rentista / person of independent means temporary residence", "routeName": "Rentista / person of independent means temporary residence", "timeline": "The direct temporary-residence service states 1 year, renewable; the separate prior-entry permit route states temporary residence for up to 3 years.", "summary": "Temporary residence for people supported by qualifying income from assets or other lawful external sources; personal work remuneration is excluded from the rentista category.", "requirements": [ "Provide a valid passport or other accepted identity document, Argentine criminal-record evidence, foreign criminal-record certificates for countries where you lived more than one year during the last three years, proof of address, and proof of regular entry.", "Show stable rent of at least five Argentine Salario Mínimo Vital y Móvil per applicant; the prior-entry permit guidance describes the rent as payable for a period of at least two years.", "Prove that the rent comes from assets in the applicant's patrimony, such as financial instruments, real estate, or company interests. Personal work remuneration is excluded from this category.", "Show that the funds needed for the stay enter Argentina through banks or financial institutions authorised by the Central Bank, then file through RaDEX and attend the appointment if the application is accepted." ], "sourceName": "Argentina Dirección Nacional de Migraciones", "sourceUrl": "https://www.argentina.gob.ar/servicio/obtener-una-residencia-temporaria-como-rentista", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" } ] }, { "country": "Australia", "countryZh": "澳大利亚", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/australia/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 66, "label": { "zh": "较难", "en": "Hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生签 / 技术移民", "en": "Student visa / skilled migration" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "au-student-500", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/au-student-500-australia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/au-student-500-australia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/australia/au-student-500-australia/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签证", "en": "Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "500类别", "en": "Subclass 500" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "Common first route for Chinese applicants, but the official page was updated in July 2026, so fees and document rules should be checked against Home Affairs and the pricing estimator before applying.", "requirements": [ "Apply online; must be enrolled in course and hold Confirmation of Enrolment when decided; meet Genuine Student requirement, English and health/character requirements, and welfare arrangements if under 18.", "Must have adequate health insurance (OSHC) and meet financial capacity/evidence requirements where requested." ], "sourceName": "Australia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "au-482", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/au-482-australia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/au-482-australia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/australia/au-482-australia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "雇主担保工签", "en": "Employer-sponsored work" }, "routeName": { "zh": "技能需求签证 / 482类别", "en": "Skills in Demand / subclass 482" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "Needs an employer, eligible occupation, and salary threshold; after July 2026, check current income thresholds, occupation lists, and sponsorship rules carefully.", "requirements": [ "Temporary employer-sponsored visa for a suitably skilled worker to fill a position where the employer cannot find a suitably skilled Australian.", "Applicant must meet nominated occupation/skills and English requirements; employer must sponsor and nominate the position.", "Employer sponsorship and nomination required.", "Salary/market salary and stream-specific rules apply." ], "sourceName": "Australia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "au-skilled-pr", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/au-skilled-pr-australia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/au-skilled-pr-australia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/australia/au-skilled-pr-australia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "技术移民", "en": "Skilled migration" }, "routeName": { "zh": "189 / 190 / 491 技术路线", "en": "189 / 190 / 491 skilled pathways" }, "timeline": { "zh": "6-18 个月", "en": "6-18 months" }, "summary": "Occupation assessment, English, and points matter; the 2026-27 permanent program remains skilled-heavy, but competition and state nomination settings need route-by-route checking.", "requirements": [ "Submit an Expression of Interest and receive an invitation for the relevant points-tested route: Skilled Independent 189, Skilled Nominated 190, or Skilled Work Regional 491.", "Nominate an occupation on the applicable skilled occupation list and obtain a suitable skills assessment from the relevant assessing authority.", "Meet the points-tested criteria, including the minimum 65-point threshold, competent English, age and skilled work factors; invitation cut-offs can be higher.", "For 190 or 491, obtain state/territory or eligible family sponsorship as required; provide identity, health, character, and supporting evidence." ], "sourceName": "Australian Department of Home Affairs", "sourceUrl": "https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skill-occupation-list", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "australia-study-student-visa-subclass-500", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/australia-study-student-visa-subclass-500-australia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/australia-study-student-visa-subclass-500-australia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/australia/australia-study-student-visa-subclass-500-australia/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Student visa (subclass 500)", "routeName": "Student visa (subclass 500)", "timeline": "Stay generally up to 5 years in line with enrolment.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Apply online; must be enrolled in course and hold Confirmation of Enrolment when decided; meet Genuine Student requirement, English and health/character requirements, and welfare arrangements if under 18.", "Must have adequate health insurance (OSHC) and meet financial capacity/evidence requirements where requested." ], "sourceName": "Australia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "australia-skilled-skills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/australia-skilled-skills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482-australia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/australia/australia-skilled-skills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482-australia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/australia/australia-skilled-skills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482-australia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Skills in Demand visa, subclass 482", "routeName": "Skills in Demand visa, subclass 482", "timeline": "Temporary work visa; duration varies by stream/occupation and nomination.", "summary": "Update from older Temporary Skill Shortage wording to Skills in Demand subclass 482 where applicable.", "requirements": [ "Temporary employer-sponsored visa for a suitably skilled worker to fill a position where the employer cannot find a suitably skilled Australian.", "Applicant must meet nominated occupation/skills and English requirements; employer must sponsor and nominate the position.", "Employer sponsorship and nomination required.", "Salary/market salary and stream-specific rules apply." ], "sourceName": "Australia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Austria", "countryZh": "奥地利", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/austria/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 56, "label": { "zh": "中等偏难", "en": "Medium-hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生居留 / 红白红卡", "en": "Student residence / Red-White-Red Card" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "at-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/at-student-austria/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/at-student-austria/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/austria/at-student-austria/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "大学/课程录取 + 居留许可", "en": "University/course admission + residence permit" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "A practical way into Austria, but funds and study fit need preparation.", "requirements": [ "Admission to an eligible Austrian public university, university of applied sciences, accredited private university, teacher-training college, or qualifying university course.", "Proof of regular funds: €777.58 per month if under 24, or €1,308.39 per month if 24 or older under the 2026 official reference rates.", "Health insurance covering Austria, valid passport, admission evidence, and the residence-authority or consular documents required for the application.", "For extensions, evidence of study progress; third-country students generally need an employment permit for work, with up to 20 hours per week possible without a labour-market test." ], "sourceName": "Migration.gv.at / Austrian Government", "sourceUrl": "https://www.migration.gv.at/en/types-of-immigration/temporary-residence.html", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "at-rwr", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/at-rwr-austria/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/at-rwr-austria/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/austria/at-rwr-austria/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "红白红卡", "en": "Red-White-Red Card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "紧缺职业 / 高技能工作", "en": "Shortage occupation or high-skilled work" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For people with credentials, experience, and an Austrian employer.", "requirements": [ "A binding Austrian job offer in a qualifying shortage occupation and completed training in that shortage occupation.", "At least 55 points under the current criteria, based on qualification, relevant work experience, language skills, age, and other listed factors.", "Pay at least the legal, regulatory, or collective-agreement minimum for the role, plus passport, insurance, and the employer declaration/application documents.", "Where relevant, proof of entitlement to practise a regulated profession and translations or legalisation of foreign documents." ], "sourceName": "Migration.gv.at / Austrian Government", "sourceUrl": "https://www.migration.gv.at/en/types-of-immigration/permanent-immigration/skilled-workers-in-shortage-occupations/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "at-blue-card", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/at-blue-card-austria/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/at-blue-card-austria/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/austria/at-blue-card-austria/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "EU 蓝卡", "en": "EU Blue Card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高薪雇主工作", "en": "High-salary employer job" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For highly qualified applicants with a higher-salary offer.", "requirements": [ "A university or tertiary qualification lasting at least three years, or the permitted ICT-experience alternative.", "A binding Austrian job offer for at least six months that matches the qualification or accepted ICT experience.", "Gross annual salary of at least €55,678 in 2026, including special payments, and a successful labour-market test.", "Passport, recent photo, health insurance, employer declaration, qualification evidence, and any regulated-profession recognition documents." ], "sourceName": "Migration.gv.at / Austrian Government", "sourceUrl": "https://www.migration.gv.at/en/types-of-immigration/permanent-immigration-red-white-red-card/eu-blue-card.html", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "austria-investment-red-white-red-card-for-start-up-founders-self-employed-key-workers", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/austria-investment-red-white-red-card-for-start-up-founders-self-employed-key-workers-austria/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/austria-investment-red-white-red-card-for-start-up-founders-self-employed-key-workers-austria/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/austria/austria-investment-red-white-red-card-for-start-up-founders-self-employed-key-workers-austria/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Red-White-Red Card for Start-up Founders / Self-employed Key Workers", "routeName": "Red-White-Red Card for Start-up Founders / Self-employed Key Workers", "timeline": "Red-White-Red Card up to 24 months for start-up founders.", "summary": "Use Red-White-Red Card categories rather than generic investor visa.", "requirements": [ "Official migration portal lists Start-up Founders and Self-employed Key Workers among permanent immigration categories.", "Start-up Founders route requires approved criteria/points and allows self-employed occupation; permit issued for up to 24 months." ], "sourceName": "Austria official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.migration.gv.at/en/types-of-immigration/permanent-immigration/start-up-founders/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "austria-longTerm-settlement-permit-gainful-employment-excepted", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/austria-longterm-settlement-permit-gainful-employment-excepted-austria/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/austria/austria-longterm-settlement-permit-gainful-employment-excepted-austria/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/austria/austria-longterm-settlement-permit-gainful-employment-excepted-austria/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Settlement Permit – Gainful Employment Excepted", "routeName": "Settlement Permit – Gainful Employment Excepted", "timeline": "Time-limited settlement permit; renewable if conditions continue.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Third-country nationals wishing to settle in Austria without gainful employment, including pensioners and financially independent people, may obtain a 'settlement permit – gainful employment excepted' if they meet statutory requirements.", "Requires financial means, accommodation, health insurance and quota/authority processing." ], "sourceName": "Austria official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.migration.gv.at/en/types-of-immigration/permanent-immigration/other-forms-of-settlement/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Belgium", "countryZh": "比利时", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/belgium/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 60, "label": { "zh": "中等偏难", "en": "Medium-hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生居留 / EU 蓝卡", "en": "Student residence / EU Blue Card" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "be-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/be-student-belgium/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/be-student-belgium/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/belgium/be-student-belgium/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高等教育录取", "en": "Higher education admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "A controllable EU landing route through study before work.", "requirements": [ "Admission or enrolment in full-time higher education at a recognised Belgian institution, or the qualifying preparatory year.", "Proof of sufficient means: €1,062 net per month for the 2026-2027 academic year, shown through a blocked account, scholarship, or accepted formal obligation.", "Health insurance covering Belgium, medical certificate, and for applicants over 18 an eligible criminal-record extract.", "Passport, admission/enrolment evidence, visa D or residence application documents, and sworn translations where documents are not in an accepted language." ], "sourceName": "Belgian Immigration Office", "sourceUrl": "https://dofi.ibz.be/en/themes/third-country-nationals/study/higher-education/recognised-higher-education-public/initial", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "be-single-permit", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/be-single-permit-belgium/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/be-single-permit-belgium/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/belgium/be-single-permit-belgium/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "单一许可", "en": "Single Permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主工作 + 居留", "en": "Employer work + residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "Employer-led work and residence route for people with an offer.", "requirements": [ "A Belgian employer must submit the single application through the one-stop counter to the competent Region for work lasting more than 90 days.", "A genuine job offer or employment relationship meeting the applicable regional work-authorisation conditions.", "Passport, proof of fee payment, proof of means and employment duration, criminal-record extract if over 18, medical certificate, and Belgian health insurance coverage.", "If applying from abroad, obtain the national long-stay visa after the work and residence authorisations are approved." ], "sourceName": "Belgian Immigration Office", "sourceUrl": "https://dofi.ibz.be/en/themas/onderdanen-van-derde-landen/werk/single-permit", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "be-blue-card", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/be-blue-card-belgium/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/be-blue-card-belgium/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/belgium/be-blue-card-belgium/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "EU 蓝卡", "en": "EU Blue Card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高技能高薪工作", "en": "Highly qualified salaried work" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For applicants meeting highly qualified work and salary requirements.", "requirements": [ "A highly qualified job offer from a Belgian employer meeting the applicable regional EU Blue Card conditions.", "Higher professional qualifications or a qualifying higher-education diploma, depending on the regional rules and role.", "Salary meeting the current regional EU Blue Card threshold, with the exact amount checked for the main place of work before applying.", "Passport, employment contract and employer documents, proof of health insurance, medical and criminal-record documents where required, and the single application/visa D paperwork." ], "sourceName": "Belgian Immigration Office", "sourceUrl": "https://dofi.ibz.be/en/themes/third-country-nationals/work/single-permit", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "belgium-investment-professional-card-long-stay-visa-d-for-self-employed-activity", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/belgium-investment-professional-card-long-stay-visa-d-for-self-employed-activity-belgium/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/belgium-investment-professional-card-long-stay-visa-d-for-self-employed-activity-belgium/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/belgium/belgium-investment-professional-card-long-stay-visa-d-for-self-employed-activity-belgium/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Professional Card + long-stay visa D for self-employed activity", "routeName": "Professional Card + long-stay visa D for self-employed activity", "timeline": "Professional card/visa D route; duration set by regional/immigration decision.", "summary": "Use professional card; region-specific approval comes before visa.", "requirements": [ "Belgian Foreign Affairs pages state foreigners wishing to exercise a self-employed activity in Belgium must have a professional card, requested in the competent Region; after obtaining the professional card, a visa D can be submitted.", "Checklist may include application form, police certificate, photos, passport, professional-card decision and fees." ], "sourceName": "Belgium official source", "sourceUrl": "https://unitedkingdom.diplomatie.belgium.be/en/travel-belgium/working-belgium/professional-card-application", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "belgium-longTerm-long-stay-d-visa-may-include-retirement-detailed-retiree-checklist-not-f", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/belgium-longterm-long-stay-d-visa-may-include-retirement-detailed-retiree-checklist-not-f-belgium/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/belgium/belgium-longterm-long-stay-d-visa-may-include-retirement-detailed-retiree-checklist-not-f-belgium/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/belgium/belgium-longterm-long-stay-d-visa-may-include-retirement-detailed-retiree-checklist-not-f-belgium/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Long-stay D visa may include retirement; detailed retiree checklist not fully verified", "routeName": "Long-stay D visa may include retirement; detailed retiree checklist not fully verified", "timeline": "Long-stay visa entry followed by residence authorization/permit depending on case.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Belgian foreign affairs pages state a long-stay D visa is required for stays over 90 days and may be obtained for purposes including retirement.", "Immigration Office materials refer to sufficient means of subsistence and health insurance for certain national-entry cases; route-specific retiree checklist needs closer consular verification." ], "sourceName": "Belgium official source", "sourceUrl": "https://australia.diplomatie.belgium.be/en/travel-belgium/visa-belgium", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Brazil", "countryZh": "巴西", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/brazil/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 32, "label": { "zh": "较易", "en": "Easier" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "数字游民临时签证", "en": "Digital nomad temporary visa" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "br-digital-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/br-digital-nomad-brazil/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/br-digital-nomad-brazil/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/brazil/br-digital-nomad-brazil/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "数字游民居留", "en": "Digital nomad residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "远程工作临时签证/居留", "en": "Remote work temporary visa/residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For people with foreign employer or client income who want remote-work status.", "requirements": [ "Immigrant without employment relationship in Brazil whose professional activity can be carried out remotely; personal statement certifying ability to work remotely; foreign-source employment/service contract or other foreign-source income proof; passport, health insurance, fees, completed form, criminal record, and digital nomad status documents.", "Minimum regular income USD 1,500/month or USD 18,000 available bank funds." ], "sourceName": "Brazil official source", "sourceUrl": "https://portaldeimigracao.mj.gov.br/images/Informativos_Publica%C3%A7%C3%A3o/FOLDER_INGLES.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-07-16" }, { "id": "br-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/br-student-brazil/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/br-student-brazil/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/brazil/br-student-brazil/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签证", "en": "Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "VITEM IV / 学习居留", "en": "VITEM IV / study residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For Portuguese study, university, or exchange programs.", "requirements": [ "Online visa application form, valid passport, recent photo, criminal record/police certificate and proof of enrolment/admission at Brazilian institution; additional civil documents may be required by consulate.", "Proof of financial means/support is generally required; no single universal amount verified across consulates." ], "sourceName": "Brazil official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-helsinque/consular-services/student-visa-vitem-iv", "reviewed": "2026-07-16" }, { "id": "br-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/br-work-brazil/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/br-work-brazil/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/brazil/br-work-brazil/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作居留", "en": "Work residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地雇主工作许可", "en": "Local employer work authorization" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "Requires employer and labour approval; best with a local job offer.", "requirements": [ "Brazil's VITEM V may be issued to foreign professionals whose qualifications/experience are compatible with the work activities; requires prior residence authorisation/work approval in Brazil for most employment cases, then consular visa application.", "No universal salary threshold in consular source.", "Employer sponsorship/work authorisation is required for employment cases." ], "sourceName": "Brazil official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consulado-londres/visa-section/types-of-visa/temporary-visa-vitem/work-vitem-v", "reviewed": "2026-07-16" }, { "id": "brazil-remote-digital-nomad-temporary-visa-residence-permit-under-resolution-no-45-202", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/brazil-remote-digital-nomad-temporary-visa-residence-permit-under-resolution-no-45-202-brazil/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/brazil-remote-digital-nomad-temporary-visa-residence-permit-under-resolution-no-45-202-brazil/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/brazil/brazil-remote-digital-nomad-temporary-visa-residence-permit-under-resolution-no-45-202-brazil/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Digital Nomad temporary visa / residence permit under Resolution No. 45/2021", "routeName": "Digital Nomad temporary visa / residence permit under Resolution No. 45/2021", "timeline": "Up to one year; renewable for equal period. Registration with Federal Police required after entry/approval.", "summary": "Immigrant without employment relationship in Brazil whose professional activity can be carried out remotely; personal statement certifying ability to work remotely; foreign-source employment/service contract or other foreign-source income proof; passport, health insurance, fees, completed form, criminal record, and digital nomad status documents.", "requirements": [ "Immigrant without employment relationship in Brazil whose professional activity can be carried out remotely; personal statement certifying ability to work remotely; foreign-source employment/service contract or other foreign-source income proof; passport, health insurance, fees, completed form, criminal record, and digital nomad status documents.", "Minimum regular income USD 1,500/month or USD 18,000 available bank funds." ], "sourceName": "Brazil official source", "sourceUrl": "https://portaldeimigracao.mj.gov.br/images/Informativos_Publica%C3%A7%C3%A3o/FOLDER_INGLES.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "brazil-study-student-visa-vitem-iv", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/brazil-study-student-visa-vitem-iv-brazil/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/brazil-study-student-visa-vitem-iv-brazil/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/brazil/brazil-study-student-visa-vitem-iv-brazil/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Student Visa (VITEM IV)", "routeName": "Student Visa (VITEM IV)", "timeline": "Temporary visa for study; registration with Federal Police after arrival may be required for longer stays.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Online visa application form, valid passport, recent photo, criminal record/police certificate and proof of enrolment/admission at Brazilian institution; additional civil documents may be required by consulate.", "Proof of financial means/support is generally required; no single universal amount verified across consulates." ], "sourceName": "Brazil official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-helsinque/consular-services/student-visa-vitem-iv", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "brazil-skilled-temporary-work-visa-vitem-v", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/brazil-skilled-temporary-work-visa-vitem-v-brazil/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/brazil-skilled-temporary-work-visa-vitem-v-brazil/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/brazil/brazil-skilled-temporary-work-visa-vitem-v-brazil/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Temporary Work Visa VITEM V", "routeName": "Temporary Work Visa VITEM V", "timeline": "Temporary work route commonly valid according to authorisation; some sources state up to two years with extension, but official consular authorisation terms should govern.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Brazil's VITEM V may be issued to foreign professionals whose qualifications/experience are compatible with the work activities; requires prior residence authorisation/work approval in Brazil for most employment cases, then consular visa application.", "No universal salary threshold in consular source.", "Employer sponsorship/work authorisation is required for employment cases." ], "sourceName": "Brazil official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consulado-londres/visa-section/types-of-visa/temporary-visa-vitem/work-vitem-v", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "brazil-investment-residence-permit-as-real-estate-investor-residence-authorisation-for-pro", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/brazil-investment-residence-permit-as-real-estate-investor-residence-authorisation-for-pro-brazil/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/brazil-investment-residence-permit-as-real-estate-investor-residence-authorisation-for-pro-brazil/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/brazil/brazil-investment-residence-permit-as-real-estate-investor-residence-authorisation-for-pro-brazil/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Residence permit as real estate investor; residence authorisation for productive/business investment", "routeName": "Residence permit as real estate investor; residence authorisation for productive/business investment", "timeline": "Residence authorisation/permit duration and renewal depend on route and compliance; verify on Immigration Portal for exact validity.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Real estate investor route: acquisition of urban property meeting minimum value; documents proving property acquisition and compliance with immigration rules.", "Business/productive investment route requires qualifying investment/business plan/economic impact.", "Official quick guide for real estate: BRL 1,000,000 urban property, or BRL 700,000 in North/Northeast regions." ], "sourceName": "Brazil official source", "sourceUrl": "https://portaldeimigracao.mj.gov.br/images/banners/Quick_Guide_English.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "brazil-longTerm-temporary-visa-residence-authorisation-for-retirees-pensioners", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/brazil-longterm-temporary-visa-residence-authorisation-for-retirees-pensioners-brazil/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/brazil/brazil-longterm-temporary-visa-residence-authorisation-for-retirees-pensioners-brazil/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/brazil/brazil-longterm-temporary-visa-residence-authorisation-for-retirees-pensioners-brazil/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Temporary visa/residence authorisation for retirees/pensioners", "routeName": "Temporary visa/residence authorisation for retirees/pensioners", "timeline": "Up to 2 years initially, renewable for an indeterminate amount of time per official PDF.", "summary": "Dedicated retirement/pensioner route exists and official English PDF confirms core requirement.", "requirements": [ "Retiree/pensioner; proof of monthly bank transfer to Brazil; passport and standard visa/residence documents; police/background and consular requirements as applicable.", "Official Ministry of Justice PDF says monthly bank transfer to Brazil equal or superior to USD 2,000." ], "sourceName": "Brazil official source", "sourceUrl": "https://portaldeimigracao.mj.gov.br/images/publicacoes/5_passos_para_obter_a_autoriza%C3%A7%C3%A3o_de_resid%C3%AAncia_para_aposentados_e_pensionistas_no_Brasil_Ingl%C3%AAs.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Bulgaria", "countryZh": "保加利亚", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/bulgaria/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/bulgaria/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/bulgaria/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 42, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生/公司代表 D 签", "en": "Student / company representative D visa" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "bg-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/bulgaria/bg-student-bulgaria/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/bulgaria/bg-student-bulgaria/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/bulgaria/bg-student-bulgaria/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生 D 签", "en": "Student D visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 长期 D 签", "en": "School admission + long-stay D visa" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Lower-cost EU study route.", "requirements": [ "Be admitted to a full-time higher-education programme at an eligible Bulgarian institution.", "Obtain a Bulgarian type D student visa from the embassy or consulate in the home country, then apply for the residence permit through the Migration Directorate after arrival.", "Provide admission, accommodation, health-insurance, sufficient-funds, medical-certificate, passport, and any language-exam evidence required for the programme.", "Notify the competent authorities of the residence address within five days after arrival and complete the required residence formalities." ], "sourceName": "European Commission EU Immigration Portal", "sourceUrl": "https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/migration-and-asylum/eu-immigration-portal/student-bulgaria_en", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "bg-blue-card", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/bulgaria/bg-blue-card-bulgaria/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/bulgaria/bg-blue-card-bulgaria/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/bulgaria/bg-blue-card-bulgaria/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "EU 蓝卡", "en": "EU Blue Card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高技能雇主工作", "en": "Highly qualified employer work" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For people with an EU employer offer and qualification/salary fit.", "requirements": [ "Have a valid employment contract or binding job offer for highly qualified work in Bulgaria lasting at least six months.", "Meet the Bulgarian EU Blue Card salary threshold, which is set at least 1.5 times the average gross annual salary under the applicable national rules.", "Show higher professional qualifications for an unregulated profession, or recognition of the national requirements for a regulated profession.", "Provide a valid travel document, health insurance, criminal-record evidence, accommodation, and the type D visa or residence documents required for the application." ], "sourceName": "European Commission EU Immigration Portal", "sourceUrl": "https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/migration-and-asylum/eu-immigration-portal/eu-blue-card/eu-blue-card-bulgaria_en", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "bg-business", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/bulgaria/bg-business-bulgaria/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/bulgaria/bg-business-bulgaria/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/bulgaria/bg-business-bulgaria/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "公司代表/自雇", "en": "Representative or self-employed" }, "routeName": { "zh": "商业 D 签 + 居留", "en": "Business D visa + residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For people willing to manage company setup, office, and renewal paperwork.", "requirements": [ "MFA confirms long-stay Visa D is issued to foreigners wishing to settle long term or permanently and requires documents substantiating the purpose, financial resources, accommodation/home and health insurance." ], "sourceName": "Bulgaria official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mfa.bg/en/services-travel/consular-services/travel-bulgaria/visa-bulgaria", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "bulgaria-longTerm-visa-d-residence-for-long-term-settlement-pensioner-route-not-fully-isol", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/bulgaria/bulgaria-longterm-visa-d-residence-for-long-term-settlement-pensioner-route-not-fully-isol-bulgaria/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/bulgaria/bulgaria-longterm-visa-d-residence-for-long-term-settlement-pensioner-route-not-fully-isol-bulgaria/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/bulgaria/bulgaria-longterm-visa-d-residence-for-long-term-settlement-pensioner-route-not-fully-isol-bulgaria/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Visa D / residence for long-term settlement; pensioner route not fully isolated from official source", "routeName": "Visa D / residence for long-term settlement; pensioner route not fully isolated from official source", "timeline": "Visa D up to 6 months/180 days for long-term settlement; residence permit follows through migration authorities.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "MFA confirms long-stay Visa D is issued to foreigners wishing to settle long term or permanently and requires documents substantiating the purpose, financial resources, accommodation/home and health insurance." ], "sourceName": "Bulgaria official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mfa.bg/en/services-travel/consular-services/travel-bulgaria/visa-bulgaria", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Canada", "countryZh": "加拿大", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/canada/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 62, "label": { "zh": "中等偏难", "en": "Medium-hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生许可", "en": "Study permit" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ca-study", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/ca-study-canada/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/ca-study-canada/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/canada/ca-study-canada/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学习许可", "en": "Study permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "DLI 录取 + 学习许可", "en": "DLI admission + study permit" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "Good for study-to-work planning, but Canada's 2026-28 targets reduce temporary-resident growth, so school choice, funds, province, and post-graduation eligibility matter more.", "requirements": [ "Must be enrolled at a designated learning institution; get letter of acceptance; provincial or territorial attestation letter usually required; CAQ required for Quebec; apply for study permit before travel in most cases.", "Must prove enough money for tuition, living expenses for applicant/family and return transport; medical exam/police certificate may be required." ], "sourceName": "Canada official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/eligibility.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "ca-express-entry", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/ca-express-entry-canada/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/ca-express-entry-canada/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/canada/ca-express-entry-canada/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "技术移民", "en": "Express Entry" }, "routeName": { "zh": "FSW / CEC / PNP 打分路线", "en": "FSW / CEC / PNP points route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "6-18 个月", "en": "6-18 months" }, "summary": "Best for people with strong language, education, work history, and eligible occupation; 2026 settings favour economic, Francophone, provincial, and in-Canada experience profiles.", "requirements": [ "Be eligible for at least one of the three Express Entry programs: Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, or Federal Skilled Trades.", "Create an Express Entry profile with approved language results, education evidence or an Educational Credential Assessment, skilled work history, and accurate NOC/TEER information.", "Meet the program-specific minimums and compete in the Comprehensive Ranking System; a provincial nomination can add a major advantage, while job-offer CRS points were removed in 2025.", "Prepare proof of funds where required, police certificates, passport, admissibility documents, and any provincial nomination or trade certificate evidence." ], "sourceName": "Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada", "sourceUrl": "https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "ca-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/ca-work-canada/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/ca-work-canada/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/canada/ca-work-canada/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "雇主工签", "en": "Employer work permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "LMIA / Global Talent / 省提名雇主路线", "en": "LMIA / Global Talent / provincial employer route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "Needs an employer and role fit; under tighter temporary-resident targets, shortage sectors, provincial routes, and French ability matter more.", "requirements": [ "Canada has employer-specific and open work permits.", "The employer-specific route is most common: applicant needs a job offer from a compliant employer and must meet general work permit requirements; employer may need LMIA or, if LMIA-exempt, an Employer Portal offer/employer compliance fee.", "Employer-specific route depends on job offer, LMIA or LMIA-exempt offer; salary/wage rules vary by LMIA/program and occupation." ], "sourceName": "Canada official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/need-permit.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "canada-remote-visitor-status-for-digital-nomads", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/canada-remote-visitor-status-for-digital-nomads-canada/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/canada-remote-visitor-status-for-digital-nomads-canada/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/canada/canada-remote-visitor-status-for-digital-nomads-canada/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Visitor status for digital nomads", "routeName": "Visitor status for digital nomads", "timeline": "Up to 6 months at a time on visitor status.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Digital nomads working remotely for an employer outside Canada may live/work remotely in Canada on visitor status; must meet ordinary visitor visa/eTA requirements depending on nationality.", "No dedicated digital-nomad income threshold found in official IRCC material; visitor funds test applies generally." ], "sourceName": "Canada official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/campaigns/tech-talent.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "canada-study-study-permit", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/canada-study-study-permit-canada/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/canada-study-study-permit-canada/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/canada/canada-study-study-permit-canada/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Study permit", "routeName": "Study permit", "timeline": "Permit validity tied to study programme and conditions; extensions possible if eligible.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Must be enrolled at a designated learning institution; get letter of acceptance; provincial or territorial attestation letter usually required; CAQ required for Quebec; apply for study permit before travel in most cases.", "Must prove enough money for tuition, living expenses for applicant/family and return transport; medical exam/police certificate may be required." ], "sourceName": "Canada official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/eligibility.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "canada-skilled-employer-specific-work-permit-open-work-permit-only-for-special-circumst", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/canada-skilled-employer-specific-work-permit-open-work-permit-only-for-special-circumst-canada/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/canada-skilled-employer-specific-work-permit-open-work-permit-only-for-special-circumst-canada/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/canada/canada-skilled-employer-specific-work-permit-open-work-permit-only-for-special-circumst-canada/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Employer-specific work permit; open work permit only for special circumstances", "routeName": "Employer-specific work permit; open work permit only for special circumstances", "timeline": "Validity and work conditions are stated on the work permit; employer-specific permits restrict employer/location/occupation conditions.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Canada has employer-specific and open work permits.", "The employer-specific route is most common: applicant needs a job offer from a compliant employer and must meet general work permit requirements; employer may need LMIA or, if LMIA-exempt, an Employer Portal offer/employer compliance fee.", "Employer-specific route depends on job offer, LMIA or LMIA-exempt offer; salary/wage rules vary by LMIA/program and occupation." ], "sourceName": "Canada official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/need-permit.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "canada-longTerm-parent-and-grandparent-super-visa-otherwise-no-general-retiree-passive-i", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/canada-longterm-parent-and-grandparent-super-visa-otherwise-no-general-retiree-passive-i-canada/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/canada/canada-longterm-parent-and-grandparent-super-visa-otherwise-no-general-retiree-passive-i-canada/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/canada/canada-longterm-parent-and-grandparent-super-visa-otherwise-no-general-retiree-passive-i-canada/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Parent and Grandparent Super Visa; otherwise no general retiree/passive-income residence route", "routeName": "Parent and Grandparent Super Visa; otherwise no general retiree/passive-income residence route", "timeline": "Can allow stays of up to 5 years per entry depending on timing/rules.", "summary": "Only family-linked long-stay visitor route verified; not a general passive-income visa.", "requirements": [ "Super Visa is for parents/grandparents of Canadian citizens, permanent residents or persons registered under the Indian Act.", "Applicant must meet visitor requirements; host must meet income requirements; applicant must have medical insurance and medical exam requirements as applicable.", "Host income table: CAD 30,526 for 1 family member, CAD 38,002 for 2, CAD 46,720 for 3, CAD 56,724 for 4, etc.", "Updated July 29, 2025." ], "sourceName": "Canada official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/parent-grandparent-super-visa.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Chile", "countryZh": "智利", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/chile/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 50, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "临时居留 / 远程收入", "en": "Temporary residence / remote income" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "cl-temp", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/cl-temp-chile/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/cl-temp-chile/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/chile/cl-temp-chile/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "临时居留", "en": "Temporary residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "Subcategoría de residencia temporal", "en": "Temporary residence subcategory" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "Choose a subcategory based on work, family, study, or income situation.", "requirements": [ "Choose the applicable temporary-residence subcategory, such as lawful remunerated activities, study, family, investor, or rentier status.", "Apply through Chile's digital immigration portal from outside Chile when the selected subcategory is restricted to applications abroad.", "Provide a passport valid for at least one year for an application made abroad, a recent criminal-record certificate, and the identity and photo documents requested by SERMIG.", "Apostille or legalise foreign documents and provide an authorised translation when documents are not in Spanish or English; upload documents in the format required by the portal." ], "sourceName": "Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (SERMIG), Chile", "sourceUrl": "https://serviciomigraciones.cl/en/residencia-temporal-permit/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "cl-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/cl-work-chile/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/cl-work-chile/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/chile/cl-work-chile/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作路线", "en": "Work route" }, "routeName": { "zh": "工作合同 / 雇主路线", "en": "Work contract / employer route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-6 个月", "en": "3-6 months" }, "summary": "For people with a local employment contract.", "requirements": [ "Have a Chilean employment contract, service contract, or qualifying formal job offer from a Chilean person or entity.", "Apply for the temporary residence permit from outside Chile through the SERMIG digital portal; a formal job offer can lead to an initial 90-day permit while the final contract is completed.", "Provide passport, criminal-record certificate, recent photo, the contract or offer, and the employer or contractor's tax and liquidity evidence required for the selected contract type.", "For self-employed services, have the qualifying contract with a Chilean person or permanent resident executed through the competent consulate when required; apostille or legalise foreign documents." ], "sourceName": "Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (SERMIG), Chile", "sourceUrl": "https://serviciomigraciones.cl/en/residencia-temporal-permit/subcategories/remunerated-activities/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "cl-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/cl-student-chile/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/cl-student-chile/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/chile/cl-student-chile/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 临时居留", "en": "School admission + temporary residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For Spanish or university study as the first landing route.", "requirements": [ "Be accepted by a Chilean state-recognised educational institution for the relevant study programme.", "Apply for the student temporary-residence subcategory from outside Chile through the SERMIG digital portal.", "Provide the admission or enrolment certificate, valid passport, criminal-record certificate, recent photo, and the study and financial evidence requested by SERMIG.", "Apostille or legalise foreign documents and provide an authorised translation when documents are not in Spanish or English, following the portal's upload rules." ], "sourceName": "Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (SERMIG), Chile", "sourceUrl": "https://serviciomigraciones.cl/en/residencia-temporal-permit/subcategories/students/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "chile-investment-temporary-residence-permit-investors-and-related-personnel", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/chile-investment-temporary-residence-permit-investors-and-related-personnel-chile/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/chile-investment-temporary-residence-permit-investors-and-related-personnel-chile/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/chile/chile-investment-temporary-residence-permit-investors-and-related-personnel-chile/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Temporary Residence Permit - Investors and related personnel", "routeName": "Temporary Residence Permit - Investors and related personnel", "timeline": "Temporary residence; application from abroad.", "summary": "Use SERMIG Investors and related personnel temporary residence subcategory.", "requirements": [ "Official SERMIG page confirms a Residencia Temporal subcategory for investors and related personnel and states the application must be made from outside Chile through the digital procedures portal." ], "sourceName": "Chile official source", "sourceUrl": "https://serviciomigraciones.cl/en/residencia-temporal-permit/subcategories/investors/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "chile-longTerm-temporary-residence-for-retired-persons-and-rentistas", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/chile-longterm-temporary-residence-for-retired-persons-and-rentistas-chile/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/chile/chile-longterm-temporary-residence-for-retired-persons-and-rentistas-chile/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/chile/chile-longterm-temporary-residence-for-retired-persons-and-rentistas-chile/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Temporary residence for retired persons and rentistas", "routeName": "Temporary 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"Digital nomad V visa or work/investment residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "co-digital-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/colombia/co-digital-nomad-colombia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/colombia/co-digital-nomad-colombia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/colombia/co-digital-nomad-colombia/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "数字游民 V 签", "en": "Digital nomad V visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "远程收入 / 创业项目", "en": "Remote income / digital business" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For foreign-income remote workers wanting a low-friction Latin America trial.", "requirements": [ "Official Cancillería page lists Visa V Nómadas digitales.", "Applicant must hold a passport from a visa-exempt short-stay country and provide a letter in Spanish or English explaining remote work/entrepreneurship and foreign income/client relationship." ], "sourceName": "Colombia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.cancilleria.gov.co/v/nomadadigital", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "co-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/colombia/co-work-colombia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/colombia/co-work-colombia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/colombia/co-work-colombia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "M 类工作签", "en": "M work visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地合同/服务合同", "en": "Local employment or service contract" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For people with Colombian employer or client contracts.", "requirements": [ "Have a Colombian legal-entity employer and a signed employment contract for the role in Colombia.", "Submit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs contract-summary form and an employer motivation letter explaining the role, the applicant's suitability, why a Colombian worker was not hired, and the direct jobs created.", "Provide the employer's bank certificates or statements for the preceding four months showing the required average income, plus the applicant's apostilled or legalised qualification and experience evidence.", "For a regulated profession, obtain the relevant Colombian professional licence or authorisation and provide health coverage or insurance and the other current visa-application documents." ], "sourceName": "Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs", "sourceUrl": "https://cancilleria.gov.co/normograma/compilacion/docs/resolucion_minrelaciones_5477_2022.htm", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "co-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/colombia/co-student-colombia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/colombia/co-student-colombia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/colombia/co-student-colombia/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签", "en": "Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学习项目录取", "en": "Study program admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-4 个月", "en": "2-4 months" }, "summary": "For Spanish, university, or research programs.", "requirements": [ "Have an admission or enrolment certificate from the Colombian educational institution stating the programme, level, and duration.", "Provide the general visa documents, valid passport, health policy covering Colombia, and any practice or exchange letter where the application concerns an internship or academic exchange.", "If documents are issued abroad, complete the required apostille or legalisation and translation formalities before submitting the application.", "For a second or later student visa, provide evidence from the institution showing attendance and completion of the course, study, or practice that supported the earlier visa." ], "sourceName": "Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs", "sourceUrl": "https://cancilleria.gov.co/normograma/compilacion/docs/resolucion_minrelaciones_5477_2022.htm", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "colombia-remote-visitor-visa-v-for-digital-nomads", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/colombia/colombia-remote-visitor-visa-v-for-digital-nomads-colombia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/colombia/colombia-remote-visitor-visa-v-for-digital-nomads-colombia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/colombia/colombia-remote-visitor-visa-v-for-digital-nomads-colombia/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Visitor Visa V for Digital Nomads", "routeName": "Visitor Visa V for Digital Nomads", "timeline": "Visitor visa route; commonly up to two years, but exact length depends on visa grant.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Official Cancillería page lists Visa V Nómadas digitales.", "Applicant must hold a passport from a visa-exempt short-stay country and provide a letter in Spanish or English explaining remote work/entrepreneurship and foreign income/client relationship." ], "sourceName": "Colombia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.cancilleria.gov.co/v/nomadadigital", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "colombia-longTerm-m-pensioner-pensionado-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/colombia/colombia-longterm-m-pensioner-pensionado-visa-colombia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/colombia/colombia-longterm-m-pensioner-pensionado-visa-colombia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/colombia/colombia-longterm-m-pensioner-pensionado-visa-colombia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "M Pensioner / pensionado visa", "routeName": "M Pensioner / pensionado visa", "timeline": "M-type visa terms depend on Colombian visa rules; route can support longer residence if conditions are met.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Foreign applicant must receive pension income, submit visa application, passport, photos/copy, and certification from competent authority/company/entity showing pension at least three current Colombian monthly minimum legal wages; documents may need apostille/legalisation.", "Pension at least 3 Colombian minimum monthly legal wages." ], "sourceName": "Colombia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.cancilleria.gov.co/en/special-temporary-pensioners-visa-0", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Costa Rica", "countryZh": "哥斯达黎加", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/costa-rica/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 40, "label": { "zh": "较易", "en": "Easier" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "数字游民/租金收入居留", "en": "Digital nomad / rentista residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "cr-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/cr-nomad-costa-rica/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/cr-nomad-costa-rica/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/costa-rica/cr-nomad-costa-rica/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "数字游民停留", "en": "Digital nomad stay" }, "routeName": { "zh": "Estancia para trabajadores remotos", "en": "Stay for remote workers" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For foreign-income remote workers; income and insurance proof matter.", "requirements": [ "Foreign remote worker/service provider with income from outside Costa Rica; digital application/tramite; medical insurance covering stay; family members can be included.", "US$3,000 monthly income for individual; US$4,000 monthly for family group." ], "sourceName": "Costa Rica official source", "sourceUrl": "https://pgrweb.go.cr/scij/Busqueda/Normativa/Normas/nrm_texto_completo.aspx?nValor1=1&nValor2=95085", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "cr-rentista", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/cr-rentista-costa-rica/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/cr-rentista-costa-rica/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/costa-rica/cr-rentista-costa-rica/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "固定收入居留", "en": "Rentista residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "固定收入/存款证明", "en": "Fixed income or deposit proof" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For applicants with stable funds who do not need local employment.", "requirements": [ "Prove permanent and stable monthly rentista income of at least US$2,500 from abroad or from a Costa Rican national banking system source.", "Submit the identity, criminal-record, financial, and other application documents required by the Directorate General of Migration or the competent Costa Rican consulate, with foreign documents apostilled or legalised as required.", "If including dependants, use the same qualifying rentista amount to request status for a spouse and children under 25, or adult children with disabilities, subject to the official family-document rules.", "Maintain the conditions for the category and obtain or maintain the required Costa Rican Social Security Fund coverage for renewal and residence documentation." ], "sourceName": { "en": "Costa Rica Directorate General of Migration and Foreigners", "zh": "哥斯达黎加移民与外国人总局" }, "sourceUrl": "https://www.migracion.go.cr/Documentos%20compartidos/Leyes/Ley%20General%20de%20Migraci%C3%B3n%20y%20Extranjer%C3%ADa%208764.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "cr-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/cr-student-costa-rica/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/cr-student-costa-rica/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/costa-rica/cr-student-costa-rica/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 特殊类别", "en": "School admission + special category" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For Spanish or formal education as the landing route.", "requirements": [ "Be accepted by a recognised Costa Rican public or private education centre, or qualify for the recognised non-remunerated research category.", "Request the student stay authorisation through the Costa Rican consulate, an immigration officer abroad, or the Directorate General of Migration and Foreigners as permitted for the case.", "Provide the passport, admission or enrolment evidence, identity and criminal-record documents, financial and accommodation evidence, and any apostille, legalisation, translation, or fee documents requested by DGME.", "Register and maintain the study programme and renew the temporary stay when the studies continue, following the current DGME procedure." ], "sourceName": "Costa Rica Directorate General of Migration and Foreigners", "sourceUrl": "https://www.migracion.go.cr/Documentos%20compartidos/Leyes/Ley%20General%20de%20Migraci%C3%B3n%20y%20Extranjer%C3%ADa%208764.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "costa-rica-remote-estancia-para-trabajador-y-prestador-remoto-de-servicios", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/costa-rica-remote-estancia-para-trabajador-y-prestador-remoto-de-servicios-costa-rica/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/costa-rica-remote-estancia-para-trabajador-y-prestador-remoto-de-servicios-costa-rica/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/costa-rica/costa-rica-remote-estancia-para-trabajador-y-prestador-remoto-de-servicios-costa-rica/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Estancia para Trabajador y Prestador Remoto de Servicios", "routeName": "Estancia para Trabajador y Prestador Remoto de Servicios", "timeline": "Initial stay commonly 1 year, extendable under law/regulations if conditions met.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Foreign remote worker/service provider with income from outside Costa Rica; digital application/tramite; medical insurance covering stay; family members can be included.", "US$3,000 monthly income for individual; US$4,000 monthly for family group." ], "sourceName": "Costa Rica official source", "sourceUrl": "https://pgrweb.go.cr/scij/Busqueda/Normativa/Normas/nrm_texto_completo.aspx?nValor1=1&nValor2=95085", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "costa-rica-skilled-special-category-temporary-worker-work-authorisation-routes", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/costa-rica-skilled-special-category-temporary-worker-work-authorisation-routes-costa-rica/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/costa-rica/costa-rica-skilled-special-category-temporary-worker-work-authorisation-routes-costa-rica/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/costa-rica/costa-rica-skilled-special-category-temporary-worker-work-authorisation-routes-costa-rica/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Special category / temporary worker work authorisation routes", "routeName": "Special category / temporary worker work authorisation routes", "timeline": "Depends on special category and permit granted.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Costa Rica's migration authority lists regularisation requirements including foreign identity document, passport photos and employer letter/job offer indicating functions.", "Official circulars identify special categories such as temporary workers and workers of specific occupation.", "Employer/job offer is required; labour-market/occupation recommendations may apply.", "Not a broad open work visa." ], "sourceName": "Costa Rica official source", "sourceUrl": "https://migracion.go.cr/regularizacion/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Croatia", "countryZh": "克罗地亚", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/croatia/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 38, "label": { "zh": "较易", "en": "Easier" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "数字游民临时居留", "en": "Digital nomad temporary stay" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "hr-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/hr-nomad-croatia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/hr-nomad-croatia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/croatia/hr-nomad-croatia/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "数字游民临时停留", "en": "Digital nomad temporary stay" }, "routeName": { "zh": "远程收入 + 临时居留", "en": "Remote income + temporary stay" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "Good for foreign-income remote workers wanting a lower-friction EU-edge trial.", "requirements": [ "Third-country national employed or performing work through communication technology for a company or own company not registered in Croatia; does not work/provide services to Croatian employers; application form/online application; valid passport; health insurance; proof of purpose; proof of subsistence; criminal-record proof; documents in Croatian or English.", "Proof of means of subsistence required; official page checked states bank statement showing total required amount or regular income to required monthly amount.", "The current numerical threshold should be taken from the official calculated amount at time of application." ], "sourceName": "Croatia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://mup.gov.hr/aliens-281621/stay-and-work/temporary-stay-of-digital-nomads/286833", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "hr-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/hr-student-croatia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/hr-student-croatia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/croatia/hr-student-croatia/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生临时居留", "en": "Student temporary stay" }, "routeName": { "zh": "大学/课程录取", "en": "University/course admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Use study to enter the EU system and assess work options.", "requirements": [ "Apply at diplomatic mission/consular post or in Croatia if visa-exempt; need proof of purpose/enrolment, valid passport, accommodation, health insurance and means as required.", "Proof of means and health insurance required; exact amount should be checked in latest MUP guidance." ], "sourceName": "Croatia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://mup.gov.hr/aliens-281621/stay-and-work/temporary-stay-of-third-country-nationals/281661", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "hr-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/hr-work-croatia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/hr-work-croatia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/croatia/hr-work-croatia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作/蓝卡", "en": "Work or Blue Card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主工作许可", "en": "Employer work authorization" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "Requires an employer and role fit; best for skilled or shortage roles.", "requirements": [ "For stay and work permit requiring labour market test and/or Croatian Employment Service opinion, employer submits through HZZ web platform.", "Where no labour market test/opinion is required, third-country national or employer may submit to competent police administration/station.", "Temporary stay applications can also be lodged via diplomatic mission/consulate or locally where allowed.", "No universal salary threshold identified in source checked.", "Employment contract/offer, employer process, labour market test/opinion and proof of means/accommodation/health documents may apply depending on route." ], "sourceName": "Croatia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://gov.hr/en/registration-of-temporary-residence-for-third-country-nationals/1210", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "croatia-remote-temporary-stay-of-digital-nomads", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/croatia-remote-temporary-stay-of-digital-nomads-croatia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/croatia-remote-temporary-stay-of-digital-nomads-croatia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/croatia/croatia-remote-temporary-stay-of-digital-nomads-croatia/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Temporary stay of digital nomads", "routeName": "Temporary stay of digital nomads", "timeline": "Granted up to a maximum of 18 months; if initially less than 18 months, extension can be granted for maximum 6 months; new application only 6 months after expiry.", "summary": "Third-country national employed or performing work through communication technology for a company or own company not registered in Croatia; does not work/provide services to Croatian employers; application form/online application; valid passport; health insurance; proof of purpose; proof of subsistence; criminal-record proof; documents in Croatian or English.", "requirements": [ "Third-country national employed or performing work through communication technology for a company or own company not registered in Croatia; does not work/provide services to Croatian employers; application form/online application; valid passport; health insurance; proof of purpose; proof of subsistence; criminal-record proof; documents in Croatian or English.", "Proof of means of subsistence required; official page checked states bank statement showing total required amount or regular income to required monthly amount.", "The current numerical threshold should be taken from the official calculated amount at time of application." ], "sourceName": "Croatia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://mup.gov.hr/aliens-281621/stay-and-work/temporary-stay-of-digital-nomads/286833", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "croatia-study-temporary-stay-for-the-purpose-of-study", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/croatia-study-temporary-stay-for-the-purpose-of-study-croatia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/croatia-study-temporary-stay-for-the-purpose-of-study-croatia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/croatia/croatia-study-temporary-stay-for-the-purpose-of-study-croatia/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Temporary stay for the purpose of study", "routeName": "Temporary stay for the purpose of study", "timeline": "University-study temporary stay can be granted for one year or study duration if shorter; up to two years for some mobility programmes.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Apply at diplomatic mission/consular post or in Croatia if visa-exempt; need proof of purpose/enrolment, valid passport, accommodation, health insurance and means as required.", "Proof of means and health insurance required; exact amount should be checked in latest MUP guidance." ], "sourceName": "Croatia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://mup.gov.hr/aliens-281621/stay-and-work/temporary-stay-of-third-country-nationals/281661", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "croatia-skilled-temporary-stay-and-work-permit-for-third-country-nationals", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/croatia-skilled-temporary-stay-and-work-permit-for-third-country-nationals-croatia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/croatia-skilled-temporary-stay-and-work-permit-for-third-country-nationals-croatia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/croatia/croatia-skilled-temporary-stay-and-work-permit-for-third-country-nationals-croatia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Temporary stay and work permit for third-country nationals", "routeName": "Temporary stay and work permit for third-country nationals", "timeline": "Temporary stay/work permit tied to employment/permit; rights and duration depend on approval and Croatian law.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "For stay and work permit requiring labour market test and/or Croatian Employment Service opinion, employer submits through HZZ web platform.", "Where no labour market test/opinion is required, third-country national or employer may submit to competent police administration/station.", "Temporary stay applications can also be lodged via diplomatic mission/consulate or locally where allowed.", "No universal salary threshold identified in source checked.", "Employment contract/offer, employer process, labour market test/opinion and proof of means/accommodation/health documents may apply depending on route." ], "sourceName": "Croatia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://gov.hr/en/registration-of-temporary-residence-for-third-country-nationals/1210", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "croatia-investment-stay-and-work-permit-for-self-employment-company-owner-or-key-personnel-", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/croatia-investment-stay-and-work-permit-for-self-employment-company-owner-or-key-personnel-croatia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/croatia/croatia-investment-stay-and-work-permit-for-self-employment-company-owner-or-key-personnel-croatia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/croatia/croatia-investment-stay-and-work-permit-for-self-employment-company-owner-or-key-personnel-croatia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Stay and work permit for self-employment/company owner or key personnel; temporary stay linked to business purpose", "routeName": "Stay and work permit for self-employment/company owner or key personnel; temporary stay linked to business purpose", "timeline": "Stay and work permit duration is route-specific; long-term residence may be possible after 5 years of uninterrupted legal stay.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Third-country nationals generally need a stay and work permit or work registration certificate; for company ownership/self-employment, MUP notes permits without labour market test/opinion in certain Article 110 cases, including self-employment in a company/sole trade with at least 51% ownership share.", "No passive investment amount verified.", "Business route depends on employment/self-employment/company conditions and general temporary-stay requirements." ], "sourceName": "Croatia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://mup.gov.hr/aliens-281621/stay-and-work/work-of-third-country-nationals/281663", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Czech Republic", "countryZh": "捷克", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/czech-republic/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 50, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生/雇员卡", "en": "Student / employee card" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "cz-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/cz-student-czech-republic/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/cz-student-czech-republic/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/czech-republic/cz-student-czech-republic/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生长期签/居留", "en": "Student long-stay visa/residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "大学或语言课程", "en": "University or language course" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "Use study to enter Czechia first, then look at post-study work.", "requirements": [ "Third-country nationals apply in person at Czech embassy; need purpose of study/admission, passport, application, photo, accommodation and other supporting documents.", "Proof of financial resources and travel medical insurance required; documents may need translation/legalisation." ], "sourceName": "Czech Republic official source", "sourceUrl": "https://ipc.gov.cz/en/visa-and-residence-permit-types/third-country-nationals/long-term-visa/long-term-visa-for-the-purpose-of-studies/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "cz-employee-card", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/cz-employee-card-czech-republic/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/cz-employee-card-czech-republic/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/czech-republic/cz-employee-card-czech-republic/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "雇员卡", "en": "Employee Card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主岗位 + 居留", "en": "Employer job + residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For people with a Czech job offer; employer process is central.", "requirements": [ "Third-country nationals can apply for an Employee Card, a long-term residence permit allowing stay and work in Czechia for more than 3 months.", "It can be obtained for many types of employment; documents include travel document, accommodation evidence, photo and employment-related permission/job documentation as applicable.", "Employment contract/job vacancy and labour rules apply; employer cannot be unreliable; salary must meet Czech legal requirements." ], "sourceName": "Czech Republic official source", "sourceUrl": "https://ipc.gov.cz/en/visa-and-residence-permit-types/third-country-nationals/long-term-residence-permits/employee-card/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "cz-blue-card", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/cz-blue-card-czech-republic/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/cz-blue-card-czech-republic/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/czech-republic/cz-blue-card-czech-republic/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "EU 蓝卡", "en": "EU Blue Card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高技能高薪岗位", "en": "Highly qualified salaried role" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For applicants meeting highly qualified work and salary thresholds.", "requirements": [ "Third-country nationals can apply for an Employee Card, a long-term residence permit allowing stay and work in Czechia for more than 3 months.", "It can be obtained for many types of employment; documents include travel document, accommodation evidence, photo and employment-related permission/job documentation as applicable.", "Employment contract/job vacancy and labour rules apply; employer cannot be unreliable; salary must meet Czech legal requirements." ], "sourceName": "Czech Republic official source", "sourceUrl": "https://ipc.gov.cz/en/visa-and-residence-permit-types/third-country-nationals/long-term-residence-permits/employee-card/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "czech-republic-remote-digital-nomad-program", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-remote-digital-nomad-program-czech-republic/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-remote-digital-nomad-program-czech-republic/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-remote-digital-nomad-program-czech-republic/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Digital Nomad Program", "routeName": "Digital Nomad Program", "timeline": "Programme supports long-term stay/residence process; duration depends on long-stay visa/residence permit route.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Targeted at IT and marketing specialists; remote employment with foreign employer, own company abroad, or self-employment; limited eligible citizenships; proof of education/experience and standard long-stay visa/residence documents.", "Income commonly framed as at least 1.5× Czech average salary; exact current CZK amount should be checked at application date." ], "sourceName": "Czech Republic official source", "sourceUrl": "https://czechinvest.gov.cz/en/For-Investors/Visa-Support/Digital-Nomad-Program", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "czech-republic-study-long-term-visa-long-term-residence-permit-for-purpose-of-studies", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-study-long-term-visa-long-term-residence-permit-for-purpose-of-studies-czech-republic/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-study-long-term-visa-long-term-residence-permit-for-purpose-of-studies-czech-republic/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-study-long-term-visa-long-term-residence-permit-for-purpose-of-studies-czech-republic/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Long-term visa / long-term residence permit for purpose of studies", "routeName": "Long-term visa / long-term residence permit for purpose of studies", "timeline": "Long-term visa for stay over 90 days; residence permit route applies for longer eligible studies.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Third-country nationals apply in person at Czech embassy; need purpose of study/admission, passport, application, photo, accommodation and other supporting documents.", "Proof of financial resources and travel medical insurance required; documents may need translation/legalisation." ], "sourceName": "Czech Republic official source", "sourceUrl": "https://ipc.gov.cz/en/visa-and-residence-permit-types/third-country-nationals/long-term-visa/long-term-visa-for-the-purpose-of-studies/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "czech-republic-skilled-employee-card", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-skilled-employee-card-czech-republic/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-skilled-employee-card-czech-republic/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-skilled-employee-card-czech-republic/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Employee Card", "routeName": "Employee Card", "timeline": "Long-term residence permit for work over 3 months; validity tied to employment/residence decision.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Third-country nationals can apply for an Employee Card, a long-term residence permit allowing stay and work in Czechia for more than 3 months.", "It can be obtained for many types of employment; documents include travel document, accommodation evidence, photo and employment-related permission/job documentation as applicable.", "Employment contract/job vacancy and labour rules apply; employer cannot be unreliable; salary must meet Czech legal requirements." ], "sourceName": "Czech Republic official source", "sourceUrl": "https://ipc.gov.cz/en/visa-and-residence-permit-types/third-country-nationals/long-term-residence-permits/employee-card/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "czech-republic-investment-long-term-visa-for-purpose-of-business-long-term-residence-for-business-", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-investment-long-term-visa-for-purpose-of-business-long-term-residence-for-business-czech-republic/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-investment-long-term-visa-for-purpose-of-business-long-term-residence-for-business-czech-republic/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/czech-republic/czech-republic-investment-long-term-visa-for-purpose-of-business-long-term-residence-for-business-czech-republic/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Long-term visa for purpose of business; long-term residence for business after/alongside lawful stay", "routeName": "Long-term visa for purpose of business; long-term residence for business after/alongside lawful stay", "timeline": "Long-term visa over 90 days; extension/long-term residence handled through Ministry channels.", "summary": "Keep but rename to purpose-business long-term visa.", "requirements": [ "Ministry of Interior lists long-term visa purposes including business.", "Applicants need required documents in original/official Czech or Slovak translation, travel document, proof of purpose, and proof of funds.", "For long-term visa for business, proof of funds is at least 50 times the existential minimum.", "As of the cited Ministry page, existential minimum is CZK 3,130, so business long-term visa proof of funds is 50 × 3,130 = CZK 156,500." ], "sourceName": "Czech Republic official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mvcr.cz/mvcren/article/a-visa-for-a-stay-of-over-90-days-long-term.aspx?q=Y2hudW09NQ%3D%3D", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Denmark", "countryZh": "丹麦", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/denmark/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 64, "label": { "zh": "较难", "en": "Hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生居留 / 高薪工作", "en": "Student residence / pay-limit work" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "dk-study", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/dk-study-denmark/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/dk-study-denmark/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/denmark/dk-study-denmark/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学习居留", "en": "Study permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "录取 + 学习居留", "en": "Admission + study residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For people with enough budget who want a Nordic study-to-work path.", "requirements": [ "Admission to a full-time higher-education programme at an approved Danish institution.", "Proof of sufficient funds: DKK 7,426 per month at the 2026 level, unless another accepted funding basis applies.", "Passport, admission evidence, application fee, biometrics, and the SIRI application documents; the institution normally completes its part of the application.", "For some programmes, confirm the current rules on work rights and accompanying family before applying." ], "sourceName": "Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration", "sourceUrl": "https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Study/Higher-Education/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "dk-pay-limit", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/dk-pay-limit-denmark/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/dk-pay-limit-denmark/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/denmark/dk-pay-limit-denmark/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "高薪/紧缺工作", "en": "Pay Limit or Positive List" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主 offer + 工作许可", "en": "Employer offer + work permit" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For applicants with salary above threshold or a role on shortage lists.", "requirements": [ "A Danish job offer with annual salary of at least DKK 552,000 under the 2026 Pay Limit Scheme, or the separate current threshold for the Supplementary Pay Limit Scheme.", "An employment contract and job that meet the scheme's salary, employment, and Danish labour-market conditions.", "Valid passport, application fee, employment documents, and biometric submission through SIRI or the relevant Danish mission.", "Check the exact salary calculation, permitted benefits, and any labour-market or Fast-Track conditions before submission." ], "sourceName": "Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration", "sourceUrl": "https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Pay-limit-scheme/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "dk-startup", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/dk-startup-denmark/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/dk-startup-denmark/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/denmark/dk-startup-denmark/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "Startup Denmark", "en": "Startup Denmark" }, "routeName": { "zh": "获批商业计划 + 居留", "en": "Approved business plan + residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For real startup founders rather than ordinary remote work.", "requirements": [ "Business idea must be approved by Danish Business Authority expert panel; business must contribute innovative ideas/development to Danish business; applicant must be full or partial owner.", "Normally not for ordinary restaurants, retail, small trade, import/export without innovative potential.", "Annual quota of 75 permits." ], "sourceName": "Denmark official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Start-up-Denmark", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "denmark-investment-start-up-denmark", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/denmark-investment-start-up-denmark-denmark/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/denmark-investment-start-up-denmark-denmark/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/denmark/denmark-investment-start-up-denmark-denmark/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Start-up Denmark", "routeName": "Start-up Denmark", "timeline": "Up to 2 years initially; extendable up to 3 years at a time.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Business idea must be approved by Danish Business Authority expert panel; business must contribute innovative ideas/development to Danish business; applicant must be full or partial owner.", "Normally not for ordinary restaurants, retail, small trade, import/export without innovative potential.", "Annual quota of 75 permits." ], "sourceName": "Denmark official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Work/Start-up-Denmark", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "denmark-longTerm-eu-residence-as-person-with-sufficient-funds-only-no-general-third-count", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/denmark-longterm-eu-residence-as-person-with-sufficient-funds-only-no-general-third-count-denmark/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/denmark/denmark-longterm-eu-residence-as-person-with-sufficient-funds-only-no-general-third-count-denmark/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/denmark/denmark-longterm-eu-residence-as-person-with-sufficient-funds-only-no-general-third-count-denmark/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "EU residence as person with sufficient funds only; no general third-country passive-income route verified", "routeName": "EU residence as person with sufficient funds only; no general third-country passive-income route verified", "timeline": "EU residence document if conditions met; permanent EU residence possible after qualifying period.", "summary": "Adjacent route, not general passive-income visa", "requirements": [ "nyidanmark confirms EU/EEA citizens may reside as persons with sufficient funds if they can support themselves and family members during the stay.", "This is an EU free-movement route, not a third-country retirement visa.", "Must document support for at least first 12 months; assessed individually under EU law." ], "sourceName": "Denmark official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-GB/You-want-to-apply/Residence-as-a-Nordic-citizen-or-EU-or-EEA-citizen/EU-Self-support", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Ecuador", "countryZh": "厄瓜多尔", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ecuador/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 30, "label": { "zh": "较易", "en": "Easier" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "租金/专业/投资临时居留", "en": "Rentista / professional / investor temporary residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ec-rentista", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ec-rentista-ecuador/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ec-rentista-ecuador/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ecuador/ec-rentista-ecuador/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "收入型临时居留", "en": "Income-based temporary residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "Rentista / pensioner-style residence", "en": "Rentista or pensioner-style residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For people with steady foreign income or funds.", "requirements": [ "Ecuador’s official gob.ec process for temporary rentista residence lists required items such as recent colour photo, passport valid at least 6 months, and other route documents.", "It should be kept as an official rentista route, but exact income amounts require careful extraction from current law/regulations or official process pages.", "Not safely extracted from the official page snippet; do not use third-party threshold as verified unless backed by current regulation." ], "sourceName": "Ecuador official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gob.ec/mremh/tramites/concesion-visa-residencia-temporal-rentista", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ec-professional", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ec-professional-ecuador/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ec-professional-ecuador/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ecuador/ec-professional-ecuador/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "专业人士签证", "en": "Professional visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学历认证 + 临时居留", "en": "Recognised degree + temporary residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-6 个月", "en": "3-6 months" }, "summary": "For people with recognised qualifications planning longer residence.", "requirements": [ "Ecuadorian consular pages list temporary residence work visa requirements including valid passport with at least 6 months validity, criminal record certificate and work/residence application requirements.", "Temporary residence visas generally require evidence of lawful means of support.", "Employment contract/work basis and lawful means of support required; employer/labour documentation likely needed depending on route." ], "sourceName": "Ecuador official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.cancilleria.gob.ec/caracas/2023/03/07/visa-de-residente-temporal-de-trabajo/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ec-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ec-student-ecuador/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ec-student-ecuador/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ecuador/ec-student-ecuador/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签证", "en": "Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For Spanish, university, or exchange programs.", "requirements": [ "Apply online via official e-VISAS platform; complete visa request form and upload passport/photo and supporting documents for student category; must maintain regular migration status if applying inside Ecuador.", "Fee: USD 50 application plus USD 80 visa grant per official gob.ec page; evidence of lawful means/support required by platform/category rules." ], "sourceName": "Ecuador official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gob.ec/mremh/tramites/concesion-visa-residencia-temporal-estudiante", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ecuador-remote-temporary-residence-rentista-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ecuador-remote-temporary-residence-rentista-visa-ecuador/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ecuador-remote-temporary-residence-rentista-visa-ecuador/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ecuador/ecuador-remote-temporary-residence-rentista-visa-ecuador/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Temporary Residence Rentista Visa", "routeName": "Temporary Residence Rentista Visa", "timeline": "Temporary residence generally up to 2 years under rentista category.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Rentista temporary residence for people with stable income/resources from abroad; official trámite requires passport, criminal-record/antecedent docs where applicable, health insurance and supporting evidence for category.", "Income evidence generally tied to multiples of Ecuador basic salary; exact threshold should be checked on current official form/instructions at application date." ], "sourceName": "Ecuador official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gob.ec/mremh/tramites/concesion-visa-residencia-temporal-rentista", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "ecuador-study-temporary-residence-visa-for-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ecuador-study-temporary-residence-visa-for-student-ecuador/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ecuador-study-temporary-residence-visa-for-student-ecuador/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ecuador/ecuador-study-temporary-residence-visa-for-student-ecuador/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Temporary residence visa for student", "routeName": "Temporary residence visa for student", "timeline": "Official page states validity of issued visa is 2 years.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Apply online via official e-VISAS platform; complete visa request form and upload passport/photo and supporting documents for student category; must maintain regular migration status if applying inside Ecuador.", "Fee: USD 50 application plus USD 80 visa grant per official gob.ec page; evidence of lawful means/support required by platform/category rules." ], "sourceName": "Ecuador official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gob.ec/mremh/tramites/concesion-visa-residencia-temporal-estudiante", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "ecuador-skilled-temporary-residence-visa-for-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ecuador-skilled-temporary-residence-visa-for-work-ecuador/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ecuador-skilled-temporary-residence-visa-for-work-ecuador/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ecuador/ecuador-skilled-temporary-residence-visa-for-work-ecuador/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Temporary residence visa for work", "routeName": "Temporary residence visa for work", "timeline": "Temporary residence route; exact validity and work conditions depend on visa category.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Ecuadorian consular pages list temporary residence work visa requirements including valid passport with at least 6 months validity, criminal record certificate and work/residence application requirements.", "Temporary residence visas generally require evidence of lawful means of support.", "Employment contract/work basis and lawful means of support required; employer/labour documentation likely needed depending on route." ], "sourceName": "Ecuador official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.cancilleria.gob.ec/caracas/2023/03/07/visa-de-residente-temporal-de-trabajo/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "ecuador-investment-temporary-residence-visa-for-investors", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ecuador-investment-temporary-residence-visa-for-investors-ecuador/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ecuador-investment-temporary-residence-visa-for-investors-ecuador/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ecuador/ecuador-investment-temporary-residence-visa-for-investors-ecuador/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Temporary residence visa for investors", "routeName": "Temporary residence visa for investors", "timeline": "Temporary residence; government search description says two-year temporary resident visa with multiple entries for residence categories.", "summary": "Route confirmed; exact threshold missing.", "requirements": [ "Ecuador government page describes authorization of temporary residence for foreigners making investments in lawful-origin goods or economic resources for productive/commercial activities, legal representation, powers of attorney or administrative posts.", "Required items include photo, passport valid for at least 6 months, and other category documents such as criminal record/legalized documents per official forms.", "Exact minimum investment amount/checklist should be taken from the procedure PDF/regulations; not reliable to quote without full extraction." ], "sourceName": "Ecuador official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gob.ec/mremh/tramites/concesion-visa-residencia-temporal-inversionista", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "ecuador-longTerm-temporary-residence-visa-rentista", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ecuador-longterm-temporary-residence-visa-rentista-ecuador/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ecuador/ecuador-longterm-temporary-residence-visa-rentista-ecuador/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ecuador/ecuador-longterm-temporary-residence-visa-rentista-ecuador/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Temporary residence visa — rentista", "routeName": "Temporary residence visa — rentista", "timeline": "Temporary residence route; typically used for longer stay beyond tourist allowance.", "summary": "Dedicated rentista temporary residence route exists.", "requirements": [ "Ecuador’s official gob.ec process for temporary rentista residence lists required items such as recent colour photo, passport valid at least 6 months, and other route documents.", "It should be kept as an official rentista route, but exact income amounts require careful extraction from current law/regulations or official process pages.", "Not safely extracted from the official page snippet; do not use third-party threshold as verified unless backed by current regulation." ], "sourceName": "Ecuador official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gob.ec/mremh/tramites/concesion-visa-residencia-temporal-rentista", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Egypt", "countryZh": "埃及", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/egypt/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/egypt/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/egypt/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 50, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生/工作/长期临时居留", "en": "Student / work / long-stay temporary residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "eg-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/egypt/eg-student-egypt/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/egypt/eg-student-egypt/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/egypt/eg-student-egypt/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 居留", "en": "School admission + residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For Arabic courses, university, or research programs.", "requirements": [ "Obtain admission or formal enrolment through the Egyptian institution and the current process for international students for the approved university, language, or research programme.", "Apply for the entry visa or other permission required by nationality and programme, then complete the residence-registration steps with the Egyptian passport and immigration authorities after arrival.", "Provide a valid passport, admission evidence, photographs, financial or accommodation evidence, health documents, and any security or consular documents requested for the nationality and course.", "Keep the residence purpose tied to the approved institution and renew the residence or student documentation before it expires." ], "sourceName": "Egypt Ministry of Higher Education and Ministry of Interior", "sourceUrl": "https://cdm.mohesr.gov.eg/index.php/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A7%D8%AF%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D8%B1%D9%83%D8%B2%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D9%84%D9%84%D9%88%D8%A7%D9%81%D8%AF%D9%8A%D9%86", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "eg-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/egypt/eg-work-egypt/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/egypt/eg-work-egypt/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/egypt/eg-work-egypt/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作许可/居留", "en": "Work permit/residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地雇主担保", "en": "Local employer sponsorship" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "Needs an employer and labour approvals; best with an offer.", "requirements": [ "Have an Egyptian employer willing to sponsor the role and submit the foreign-worker work-permit request through the Ministry of Labour process.", "Provide authenticated qualification and experience evidence, normally showing relevant experience in the same field, together with the employer's commercial-registration, tax, social-insurance, and staffing documents.", "Meet any professional-body approval, medical, police, passport, and translated-document requirements for the occupation and nationality.", "Complete the work permit and foreigner-residence process before beginning work, and keep the activity and employer consistent with the permission granted." ], "sourceName": "Egypt Ministry of Labour", "sourceUrl": "https://www.labour.gov.eg/ar/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AE%D8%AF%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%AA/%D8%AE%D8%AF%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D8%B5%D8%AD%D8%A7%D8%A8-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A7%D8%B9%D9%85%D8%A7%D9%84/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AA%D8%B4%D8%BA%D9%8A%D9%84-%D9%88%D9%85%D8%B9%D9%84%D9%88%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%B3%D9%88%D9%82-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D9%85%D9%84/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "eg-long-stay", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/egypt/eg-long-stay-egypt/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/egypt/eg-long-stay-egypt/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/egypt/eg-long-stay-egypt/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "长期临时居留", "en": "Long-stay residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "房产/家庭/长期停留路径", "en": "Property, family, or long-stay route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For people with local ties or a funding plan.", "requirements": [ "Choose the residence basis that matches the intended stay, such as non-tourist temporary residence, family connection, property or investment, study, or another recognised category.", "Apply through the Egyptian passport, immigration, and nationality authority or the responsible office, using the current residence form and the passport, photographs, fee, and lawful-entry evidence requested.", "Prove the local connection or financial basis for the selected category, including accommodation, family, business, property, or other supporting documents where relevant.", "Maintain lawful residence and renew before expiry; residence permission does not authorise activities that are outside the approved purpose." ], "sourceName": "Egypt Ministry of Interior, Passports and Immigration Administration", "sourceUrl": "https://moi.gov.eg/passports/accommodation/index/10", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "egypt-investment-investor-residence-permit-linked-to-investment-project-gafi", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/egypt/egypt-investment-investor-residence-permit-linked-to-investment-project-gafi-egypt/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/egypt/egypt-investment-investor-residence-permit-linked-to-investment-project-gafi-egypt/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/egypt/egypt-investment-investor-residence-permit-linked-to-investment-project-gafi-egypt/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Investor residence permit linked to investment project / GAFI", "routeName": "Investor residence permit linked to investment project / GAFI", "timeline": "Five continuous years, renewable for similar periods throughout project period.", "summary": "Use GAFI investor residence, not generic entrepreneur visa.", "requirements": [ "Invest in Egypt/GAFI sources state GAFI is the official regulator for company incorporation/investment documentation and that diligent investors implementing investment projects may obtain a 5-year residence permit renewable for similar periods throughout project lifetime." ], "sourceName": "Egypt official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.investinegypt.gov.eg/English/NewsAndEvents/News/Pages/GAFI-BoD-Adopts-New-Regulations-to-Facilitate-the-Residence-of-Non-Egyptian-Investors-in-Egypt.aspx", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Estonia", "countryZh": "爱沙尼亚", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/estonia/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 48, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "数字游民签 / 创业居留", "en": "Digital nomad visa / startup residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ee-digital-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/ee-digital-nomad-estonia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/ee-digital-nomad-estonia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/estonia/ee-digital-nomad-estonia/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "数字游民签", "en": "Digital Nomad Visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "远程收入 + D 类签证", "en": "Remote income + D visa" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For foreign-income remote workers who want a short-to-medium EU stay.", "requirements": [ "Can work independent of location; employment contract with company registered outside Estonia, business abroad, or freelance clients mostly outside Estonia; must show income history over preceding 6 months and standard visa documents/insurance.", "Monthly income threshold currently €4,500 gross of tax." ], "sourceName": "Estonia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://newdelhi.mfa.ee/digital-nomad-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ee-startup", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/ee-startup-estonia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/ee-startup-estonia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/estonia/ee-startup-estonia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "创业签/居留", "en": "Startup visa/residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "Startup Committee 认可", "en": "Startup Committee approval" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For real startup teams; the business must be accepted.", "requirements": [ "For founders: startup must be technology-based, innovative and scalable, with global growth potential; founder needs Startup Committee approval/status, then uses legal stay/D-visa or temporary residence permit depending on company registration and situation.", "No fixed capital threshold found on the official startup visa page; eligibility is innovation/scalability and committee approval-driven." ], "sourceName": "Estonia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://startupestonia.ee/startup-visa/foreign-founder/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ee-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/ee-student-estonia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/ee-student-estonia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/estonia/ee-student-estonia/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 临时居留", "en": "School admission + temporary residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "A lower-cost way into the Nordic/Baltic study and work market.", "requirements": [ "Acceptance by Estonian educational institution; apply in person for long-stay visa/residence where required; passport/travel document, photo, application, and route-specific supporting documents.", "Travel medical insurance and proof of financial means required for D visa; study residence documentation should be confirmed through PBGB/institution." ], "sourceName": "Estonia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.vm.ee/en/consular-visa-and-travel-information/visa-information/application-long-stay-d-visa", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "estonia-remote-digital-nomad-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/estonia-remote-digital-nomad-visa-estonia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/estonia-remote-digital-nomad-visa-estonia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/estonia/estonia-remote-digital-nomad-visa-estonia/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Digital Nomad Visa", "routeName": "Digital Nomad Visa", "timeline": "Short-stay C visa or long-stay D visa; D generally up to 12 months.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Can work independent of location; employment contract with company registered outside Estonia, business abroad, or freelance clients mostly outside Estonia; must show income history over preceding 6 months and standard visa documents/insurance.", "Monthly income threshold currently €4,500 gross of tax." ], "sourceName": "Estonia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://newdelhi.mfa.ee/digital-nomad-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "estonia-study-long-stay-d-visa-temporary-residence-permit-for-study", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/estonia-study-long-stay-d-visa-temporary-residence-permit-for-study-estonia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/estonia-study-long-stay-d-visa-temporary-residence-permit-for-study-estonia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/estonia/estonia-study-long-stay-d-visa-temporary-residence-permit-for-study-estonia/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Long-stay D visa / temporary residence permit for study", "routeName": "Long-stay D visa / temporary residence permit for study", "timeline": "D visa up to long-stay limits; residence permit or EU mobility may apply for longer studies.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Acceptance by Estonian educational institution; apply in person for long-stay visa/residence where required; passport/travel document, photo, application, and route-specific supporting documents.", "Travel medical insurance and proof of financial means required for D visa; study residence documentation should be confirmed through PBGB/institution." ], "sourceName": "Estonia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.vm.ee/en/consular-visa-and-travel-information/visa-information/application-long-stay-d-visa", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "estonia-skilled-short-term-employment-registration-or-temporary-residence-permit-for-emp", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/estonia-skilled-short-term-employment-registration-or-temporary-residence-permit-for-emp-estonia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/estonia-skilled-short-term-employment-registration-or-temporary-residence-permit-for-emp-estonia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/estonia/estonia-skilled-short-term-employment-registration-or-temporary-residence-permit-for-emp-estonia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Short-term employment registration or temporary residence permit for employment", "routeName": "Short-term employment registration or temporary residence permit for employment", "timeline": "Short-term employment registration for temporary work; temporary residence permits can cover longer residence and employment.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Non-EU employed workers generally use either registered short-term employment or a temporary residence permit for employment.", "Requirements depend on stay length, employer, salary/rules and whether a visa is also required.", "Employer registration/sponsorship is central; Estonia has remuneration and quota/category rules that should be checked per occupation." ], "sourceName": "Estonia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/migration-and-asylum/eu-immigration-portal/employed-worker-estonia_en", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "estonia-investment-estonian-startup-visa-temporary-residence-permit-for-startup-founder", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/estonia-investment-estonian-startup-visa-temporary-residence-permit-for-startup-founder-estonia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/estonia/estonia-investment-estonian-startup-visa-temporary-residence-permit-for-startup-founder-estonia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/estonia/estonia-investment-estonian-startup-visa-temporary-residence-permit-for-startup-founder-estonia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Estonian Startup Visa / temporary residence permit for startup founder", "routeName": "Estonian Startup Visa / temporary residence permit for startup founder", "timeline": "D-visa can support up to one year; temporary residence permit for founders of registered startups can be up to 5 years according to Startup Estonia materials.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "For founders: startup must be technology-based, innovative and scalable, with global growth potential; founder needs Startup Committee approval/status, then uses legal stay/D-visa or temporary residence permit depending on company registration and situation.", "No fixed capital threshold found on the official startup visa page; eligibility is innovation/scalability and committee approval-driven." ], "sourceName": "Estonia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://startupestonia.ee/startup-visa/foreign-founder/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Finland", "countryZh": "芬兰", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/finland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/finland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/finland/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 50, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence permit" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "fi-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/finland/fi-student-finland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/finland/fi-student-finland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/finland/fi-student-finland/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留许可", "en": "Student residence permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高等教育录取", "en": "Higher education admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Use education to enter Finland, then assess post-study job-search routes.", "requirements": [ "Be accepted into an eligible Finnish higher-education programme and apply for a residence permit if the studies last more than 90 days.", "Show secure funds for living costs, currently at least €800 per month, in your own account or through an accepted scholarship or grant.", "Provide a valid passport and comprehensive private health insurance that meets the coverage rules for the length and level of study.", "Pay any required tuition fees or show an approved exemption, then complete the online Enter Finland application and identity verification." ], "sourceName": "Finnish Immigration Service (Migri)", "sourceUrl": "https://migri.fi/en/studying-in-finland", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "fi-specialist", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/finland/fi-specialist-finland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/finland/fi-specialist-finland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/finland/fi-specialist-finland/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "专家工作许可", "en": "Specialist work permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高技能雇主 offer", "en": "High-skill employer offer" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-4 个月", "en": "1-4 months" }, "summary": "For IT, specialist, or higher-salary roles; employer and salary are key.", "requirements": [ "Have confirmed employment in Finland in expert duties that require special expertise.", "Meet the 2026 gross salary threshold of at least €3,937 per month; fringe benefits do not count toward this threshold.", "Hold a higher-education degree or demonstrate the specialist expertise through work experience or other education, with the employer confirming the fit.", "Submit the residence-permit application and have the employer supplement the terms of employment in Enter Finland for Employers." ], "sourceName": "Finnish Immigration Service (Migri)", "sourceUrl": "https://migri.fi/en/specialist/en", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "fi-startup", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/finland/fi-startup-finland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/finland/fi-startup-finland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/finland/fi-startup-finland/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "创业居留", "en": "Startup entrepreneur" }, "routeName": { "zh": "Business Finland 评估", "en": "Business Finland eligibility statement" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For genuine founders, with an eligibility statement first.", "requirements": [ "Startup route requires being a start-up entrepreneur, a positive Eligibility Statement from Business Finland, and sufficient financial resources.", "Ordinary entrepreneur route requires own Business ID and a genuine business; freelancers working only through an invoicing service cannot use it." ], "sourceName": "Finland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://migri.fi/en/start-up-entrepreneur", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "finland-investment-residence-permit-for-a-start-up-entrepreneur-residence-permit-for-an-ent", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/finland/finland-investment-residence-permit-for-a-start-up-entrepreneur-residence-permit-for-an-ent-finland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/finland/finland-investment-residence-permit-for-a-start-up-entrepreneur-residence-permit-for-an-ent-finland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/finland/finland-investment-residence-permit-for-a-start-up-entrepreneur-residence-permit-for-an-ent-finland/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Residence permit for a start-up entrepreneur / residence permit for an entrepreneur", "routeName": "Residence permit for a start-up entrepreneur / residence permit for an entrepreneur", "timeline": "Startup permit can be processed via fast track for first permit; validity/renewal depends on permit type.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Startup route requires being a start-up entrepreneur, a positive Eligibility Statement from Business Finland, and sufficient financial resources.", "Ordinary entrepreneur route requires own Business ID and a genuine business; freelancers working only through an invoicing service cannot use it." ], "sourceName": "Finland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://migri.fi/en/start-up-entrepreneur", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "France", "countryZh": "法国", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/france/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 48, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生长期签 / 人才护照", "en": "Long-stay student visa / talent passport" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "fr-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/fr-student-france/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/fr-student-france/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/france/fr-student-france/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "长期学生签", "en": "Long-stay student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "VLS-TS étudiant", "en": "VLS-TS étudiant" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Good for French, master’s, or business-school routes into France.", "requirements": [ "Must be over 18, have chosen/been accepted for training course or studies; apply via France-Visas/Campus France process as applicable; supporting documents include admission, passport and accommodation/insurance/means evidence depending on case.", "Proof of resources required; exact current amount should be verified on France-Visas/Campus France country guidance." ], "sourceName": "France official source", "sourceUrl": "https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/etudiant", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "fr-talent", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/fr-talent-france/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/fr-talent-france/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/france/fr-talent-france/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "人才护照", "en": "Talent Passport" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高技能/创业/研究", "en": "High-skill, founder, or researcher route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For high-skilled, research, founder, or employer-backed applicants.", "requirements": [ "Fit one of the Talent Passport categories, such as qualified employee, EU Blue Card, researcher, innovative founder, business creator, company representative, or artist.", "Provide category-specific evidence: for example, a qualifying French degree and employment contract, a research hosting agreement, or a genuine funded business project.", "For the qualified-employee category, the current official page requires a French master-level qualification and a contract over three months paying at least €39,582 gross annually.", "For the EU Blue Card category, the current official page requires at least three years of higher education or qualifying experience, a contract of at least six months, and at least €59,373 gross annually." ], "sourceName": "French Government / Service-Public.fr", "sourceUrl": "https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F16922", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "fr-worker", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/fr-worker-france/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/fr-worker-france/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/france/fr-worker-france/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "雇员工作签", "en": "Employee work visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主工作许可", "en": "Employer work authorization" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "Requires employer and role approval; French helps a lot.", "requirements": [ "For salaried employment, the visa application generally requires the work permit granted to the employer; supporting documents depend on the personal/professional situation and visa wizard.", "Talent Passport is a separate multi-year residence permit for certain international talent/qualified employee categories.", "Employer work authorisation is central unless exempt.", "Talent Passport categories may have specific qualification and salary thresholds." ], "sourceName": "France official source", "sourceUrl": "https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/activite-salariee", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "france-study-long-stay-student-visa-vls-ts-tudiant", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/france-study-long-stay-student-visa-vls-ts-tudiant-france/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/france-study-long-stay-student-visa-vls-ts-tudiant-france/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/france/france-study-long-stay-student-visa-vls-ts-tudiant-france/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Long-stay student visa / VLS-TS étudiant", "routeName": "Long-stay student visa / VLS-TS étudiant", "timeline": "VLS-TS student visa allows studies for 4 months to 1 year and must be validated after arrival.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Must be over 18, have chosen/been accepted for training course or studies; apply via France-Visas/Campus France process as applicable; supporting documents include admission, passport and accommodation/insurance/means evidence depending on case.", "Proof of resources required; exact current amount should be verified on France-Visas/Campus France country guidance." ], "sourceName": "France official source", "sourceUrl": "https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/etudiant", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "france-skilled-salaried-employment-long-stay-visa-work-permit-talent-passport-for-quali", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/france-skilled-salaried-employment-long-stay-visa-work-permit-talent-passport-for-quali-france/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/france-skilled-salaried-employment-long-stay-visa-work-permit-talent-passport-for-quali-france/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/france/france-skilled-salaried-employment-long-stay-visa-work-permit-talent-passport-for-quali-france/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Salaried employment long-stay visa / work permit; Talent Passport for qualified categories", "routeName": "Salaried employment long-stay visa / work permit; Talent Passport for qualified categories", "timeline": "Temporary worker VLS-TS can cover 3-12 months in some cases; Talent Passport up to 4 years depending on category.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "For salaried employment, the visa application generally requires the work permit granted to the employer; supporting documents depend on the personal/professional situation and visa wizard.", "Talent Passport is a separate multi-year residence permit for certain international talent/qualified employee categories.", "Employer work authorisation is central unless exempt.", "Talent Passport categories may have specific qualification and salary thresholds." ], "sourceName": "France official source", "sourceUrl": "https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/activite-salariee", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "france-investment-entrepreneur-profession-lib-rale-vls-ts-passport-talent-for-economic-att", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/france-investment-entrepreneur-profession-lib-rale-vls-ts-passport-talent-for-economic-att-france/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/france-investment-entrepreneur-profession-lib-rale-vls-ts-passport-talent-for-economic-att-france/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/france/france-investment-entrepreneur-profession-lib-rale-vls-ts-passport-talent-for-economic-att-france/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Entrepreneur/profession libérale VLS-TS; Passport Talent for economic attractiveness/business creation", "routeName": "Entrepreneur/profession libérale VLS-TS; Passport Talent for economic attractiveness/business creation", "timeline": "Entrepreneur/profession libérale VLS-TS: 1 year; Passport Talent: initial up to 4 years.", "summary": "Generic route can be published only if split into specific French subroutes.", "requirements": [ "France-Visas lists a long-stay visa equivalent to a residence permit bearing 'entrepreneur/profession libérale', valid for one year, with validation after arrival and required professional formalities.", "For activities contributing to France's economic attractiveness, a Passport Talent can authorize stay for the project for an initial period up to 4 years.", "No single investor threshold on the generic entrepreneur page; business creation/talent criteria should be checked by subtype.", "Company director intra-group route may require resources of €65,629.20, but that is a separate legal representative scenario." ], "sourceName": "France official source", "sourceUrl": "https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/activite-non-salariee-ou-liberale", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "france-longTerm-long-stay-visitor-visa-vls-ts-visiteur", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/france-longterm-long-stay-visitor-visa-vls-ts-visiteur-france/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/france/france-longterm-long-stay-visitor-visa-vls-ts-visiteur-france/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/france/france-longterm-long-stay-visitor-visa-vls-ts-visiteur-france/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Long-stay visitor visa (VLS-TS visiteur)", "routeName": "Long-stay visitor visa (VLS-TS visiteur)", "timeline": "Long-stay visa duration between 3 months and 1 year; extension beyond validity requires residence permit application.", "summary": "Dedicated long-stay visitor route exists; not a work route.", "requirements": [ "France-Visas says for tourist stay of more than 3 months you must apply for a long-stay 'visitor' visa and will be issued with a VLS-TS, subject to online validation after arrival.", "The visitor visa does not permit work; supporting documents are set by the visa assistant and normally include resources, accommodation and medical insurance.", "Needs applicant-country-specific checklist from France-Visas wizard before quoting exact resource level." ], "sourceName": "France official source", "sourceUrl": "https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/web/france-visas/sejour-touristique-de-plus-de-3-mois", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Georgia", "countryZh": "格鲁吉亚", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/georgia/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 34, "label": { "zh": "较易", "en": "Easier" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "个体经营/临时居留", "en": "Individual entrepreneur / temporary residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ge-entrepreneur", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/ge-entrepreneur-georgia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/ge-entrepreneur-georgia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/georgia/ge-entrepreneur-georgia/" }, "category": "easy", "title": { "zh": "个体经营/临时居留", "en": "Individual entrepreneur / temporary residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "注册小企业 + 临时居留", "en": "Small business registration + temporary residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-8 周", "en": "2-8 weeks" }, "summary": "Friendly to remote earners; good for landing first and planning later.", "requirements": [ "Carry out qualifying entrepreneurial activity in Georgia and provide proof of the business activity or registration used as the residence basis.", "Register as a labour immigrant and obtain the current right-to-work authorisation where the selected activity requires it under Georgian law.", "Provide a passport, proof of lawful stay, the approved application, a colour photograph, and the applicable service-fee receipt.", "Show income from the Georgian entrepreneurial activity of at least five times the minimum subsistence level for an average consumer, or qualifying funds in a personal bank account.", "Provide evidence that the enterprise's annual turnover is at least GEL 50,000 per applicant, or GEL 35,000 for an educational or medical institution." ], "sourceName": "Georgian State Services Development Agency", "sourceUrl": "https://sda.gov.ge/en/products/migration-residence-permits/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "ge-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/ge-work-georgia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/ge-work-georgia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/georgia/ge-work-georgia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作居留", "en": "Work residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地雇主 / 商业活动", "en": "Local employer or business activity" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For people with local employment or business activity.", "requirements": [ "Have Georgian employment or another qualifying labour activity and provide a labour contract or equivalent employment document.", "Register as a labour immigrant and obtain the current right-to-work authorisation where required.", "Provide a passport, proof of lawful stay, the approved application, a colour photograph, and the applicable service-fee receipt.", "Show monthly income or remuneration from the Georgian activity of at least five times the minimum subsistence level for an average consumer, or qualifying funds in a personal bank account.", "Provide evidence that the employer's annual turnover is at least GEL 50,000 per applicant, or GEL 35,000 for an educational or medical institution." ], "sourceName": "Georgian State Services Development Agency", "sourceUrl": "https://sda.gov.ge/en/products/migration-residence-permits/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "ge-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/ge-student-georgia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/ge-student-georgia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/georgia/ge-student-georgia/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For lower-cost study and trial living.", "requirements": [ "Electronic visa application form; passport/travel document; consular fee receipt; ICAO photo; admission letter from Georgian university; Ministry of Education acceptance/accreditation orders may be required." ], "sourceName": "Georgia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://educationingeorgia.ge/permits-and-visas", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "georgia-study-d3-immigration-visa-for-study-residence-permit-for-study", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/georgia-study-d3-immigration-visa-for-study-residence-permit-for-study-georgia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/georgia-study-d3-immigration-visa-for-study-residence-permit-for-study-georgia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/georgia/georgia-study-d3-immigration-visa-for-study-residence-permit-for-study-georgia/" }, "category": "study", "title": "D3 immigration visa for study / residence permit for study", "routeName": "D3 immigration visa for study / residence permit for study", "timeline": "Visa/residence duration depends on course and permit; D visa can cover long stay entry.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Electronic visa application form; passport/travel document; consular fee receipt; ICAO photo; admission letter from Georgian university; Ministry of Education acceptance/accreditation orders may be required." ], "sourceName": "Georgia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://educationingeorgia.ge/permits-and-visas", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "georgia-longTerm-visa-free-long-stay-for-many-nationals-no-dedicated-passive-income-visa-", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/georgia-longterm-visa-free-long-stay-for-many-nationals-no-dedicated-passive-income-visa-georgia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/georgia/georgia-longterm-visa-free-long-stay-for-many-nationals-no-dedicated-passive-income-visa-georgia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/georgia/georgia-longterm-visa-free-long-stay-for-many-nationals-no-dedicated-passive-income-visa-georgia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Visa-free long stay for many nationals; no dedicated passive-income visa identified", "routeName": "Visa-free long stay for many nationals; no dedicated passive-income visa identified", "timeline": "Visa-free stay up to 365 days for British nationals; residence permit duration depends on category.", "summary": "No dedicated route found", "requirements": [ "For UK nationals, GOV.UK states visa-free stay up to 365 days.", "No passive-income threshold identified from official source." ], "sourceName": "Georgia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-georgia", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Germany", "countryZh": "德国", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/germany/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/germany/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/germany/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 44, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "机会卡 / 学生 / 技术工作", "en": "Opportunity Card / student / skilled work" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "de-opportunity-card", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/germany/de-opportunity-card-germany/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/germany/de-opportunity-card-germany/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/germany/de-opportunity-card-germany/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "机会卡", "en": "Opportunity Card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "求职积分制", "en": "Points-based job-search route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For people with education, language, or experience who want to job-hunt in Germany.", "requirements": [ "A recognised German or comparable foreign university degree or vocational qualification, or a foreign qualification accepted through the points route.", "At least six points if applying through the points system, with the required qualification, language evidence, and supporting factors such as experience, age, or a shortage occupation.", "Proof of sufficient funds for the job search, normally through a blocked account, declaration of commitment, or permitted part-time work evidence.", "Valid passport, qualification and recognition documents, language evidence, insurance, and the current German mission application documents." ], "sourceName": "Make it in Germany / Federal Government", "sourceUrl": "https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/opportunity-card/questions-answers", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "de-skilled", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/germany/de-skilled-germany/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/germany/de-skilled-germany/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/germany/de-skilled-germany/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "技术工作 / EU 蓝卡", "en": "Skilled worker / EU Blue Card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主 offer + 职业匹配", "en": "Employer offer + qualification fit" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For recognised skilled roles such as engineering, IT, and healthcare.", "requirements": [ "A qualified job offer or employment contract with a German employer for the relevant skilled-worker or EU Blue Card route.", "Recognised or comparable foreign qualification, or the route-specific professional-experience basis where permitted.", "Proof of identity, sufficient means of support, health insurance, and any required professional licence or German mission documents.", "Salary and occupation must meet the current skilled-worker or EU Blue Card rules; check the current threshold before applying." ], "sourceName": "Make it in Germany / Federal Government", "sourceUrl": "https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/types", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "de-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/germany/de-student-germany/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/germany/de-student-germany/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/germany/de-student-germany/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签证", "en": "Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "录取通知 + 资金证明", "en": "Admission letter + blocked funds" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "Use master’s, language, or Ausbildung routes into Germany.", "requirements": [ "Admission to a state-recognised higher-education institution in Germany.", "Proof of living costs: at least €11,904 in a blocked account for 2026, or an accepted scholarship or declaration of commitment.", "Language evidence where the programme requires it, often around B2; valid passport and the German mission's visa documents are also required.", "Apply for the study visa or residence title before entry where required, then register locally and complete the residence formalities after arrival." ], "sourceName": "Make it in Germany / Federal Government", "sourceUrl": "https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/types/studying", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "germany-remote-residence-permit-visa-for-self-employment-or-freelance-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/germany/germany-remote-residence-permit-visa-for-self-employment-or-freelance-work-germany/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/germany/germany-remote-residence-permit-visa-for-self-employment-or-freelance-work-germany/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/germany/germany-remote-residence-permit-visa-for-self-employment-or-freelance-work-germany/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Residence permit/visa for self-employment or freelance work", "routeName": "Residence permit/visa for self-employment or freelance work", "timeline": "Initial visa/residence permit for self-employment up to 3 years; may be extended if successful and living costs are covered; settlement permit may be possible later.", "summary": "For setting up a business: economic interest or regional demand, positive economic effect, financing through own capital/loan, pension provision if over 45. For freelancers in liberal professions: sufficient funds to finance projects, required professional licences, pension provision if over 45.", "requirements": [ "For setting up a business: economic interest or regional demand, positive economic effect, financing through own capital/loan, pension provision if over 45.", "For freelancers in liberal professions: sufficient funds to finance projects, required professional licences, pension provision if over 45.", "No fixed remote-worker income threshold on official page checked; must show sufficient funds/financing and ability to cover costs." ], "sourceName": "Germany official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/types/other/self-employment", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Greece", "countryZh": "希腊", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/greece/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 44, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "数字游民 / 财务独立居留", "en": "Digital nomad / financially independent residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "gr-digital-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/gr-digital-nomad-greece/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/gr-digital-nomad-greece/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/greece/gr-digital-nomad-greece/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "数字游民签", "en": "Digital nomad visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "境外远程收入", "en": "Foreign remote income" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For stable foreign-income remote workers wanting a Southern Europe trial.", "requirements": [ "Non-EU/EEA remote employee/self-employed/freelancer based outside Greece; declaration of intent not to work for Greek employer; proof of employment/business/clients; health insurance and standard national visa documents.", "Steady monthly income of at least €3,500; family additions apply under Greek rules." ], "sourceName": "Greece official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mfa.gr/uk/en/greece-welcomes-digital-nomads/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "gr-fip", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/gr-fip-greece/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/gr-fip-greece/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/greece/gr-fip-greece/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "财务独立居留", "en": "Financially independent residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "被动收入 / 存款", "en": "Passive income or savings" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For people with funds who do not need local employment.", "requirements": [ "Obtain the required Greek Type D entry visa before applying for the residence permit, unless a current rule provides a different filing route for your nationality.", "Prove stable independent means of at least EUR 2,000 per month for the main applicant, increased by 20% for a spouse and 15% for each child.", "Provide a private health-insurance policy covering the stay and evidence of the funds, such as a foreign pension or domestic bank-account statement.", "Submit a valid passport, the residence application, the EUR 1,000 electronic fee, photographs, and the residence-card fee and supporting civil documents requested by the competent authority." ], "sourceName": "Decentralized Administration of Attica, Greece", "sourceUrl": "https://apdattikis.gov.gr/en/documents/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "gr-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/gr-student-greece/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/gr-student-greece/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/greece/gr-student-greece/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "A lower-cost European study route.", "requirements": [ "Non-EU student needs acceptance/certification by Greek education institution; national visa/residence process with application, passport and supporting documents.", "Certification of income to cover living expenses; receipt for enrolment fees where applicable; residence-permit fee shown as €150 per year in EU portal." ], "sourceName": "Greece official source", "sourceUrl": "https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/migration-and-asylum/eu-immigration-portal/student-greece_en", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "greece-remote-national-d-visa-for-digital-nomads", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/greece-remote-national-d-visa-for-digital-nomads-greece/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/greece-remote-national-d-visa-for-digital-nomads-greece/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/greece/greece-remote-national-d-visa-for-digital-nomads-greece/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "National D visa for digital nomads", "routeName": "National D visa for digital nomads", "timeline": "National D visa up to 12 months; residence permit route may follow if extending.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Non-EU/EEA remote employee/self-employed/freelancer based outside Greece; declaration of intent not to work for Greek employer; proof of employment/business/clients; health insurance and standard national visa documents.", "Steady monthly income of at least €3,500; family additions apply under Greek rules." ], "sourceName": "Greece official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mfa.gr/uk/en/greece-welcomes-digital-nomads/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "greece-study-national-visa-residence-permit-for-study", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/greece-study-national-visa-residence-permit-for-study-greece/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/greece-study-national-visa-residence-permit-for-study-greece/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/greece/greece-study-national-visa-residence-permit-for-study-greece/" }, "category": "study", "title": "National visa / residence permit for study", "routeName": "National visa / residence permit for study", "timeline": "Student residence permit duration based on studies; specific validity depends on programme.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Non-EU student needs acceptance/certification by Greek education institution; national visa/residence process with application, passport and supporting documents.", "Certification of income to cover living expenses; receipt for enrolment fees where applicable; residence-permit fee shown as €150 per year in EU portal." ], "sourceName": "Greece official source", "sourceUrl": "https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/migration-and-asylum/eu-immigration-portal/student-greece_en", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "greece-skilled-residence-permit-for-employment-and-professional-reasons", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/greece-skilled-residence-permit-for-employment-and-professional-reasons-greece/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/greece-skilled-residence-permit-for-employment-and-professional-reasons-greece/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/greece/greece-skilled-residence-permit-for-employment-and-professional-reasons-greece/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Residence permit for employment and professional reasons", "routeName": "Residence permit for employment and professional reasons", "timeline": "Residence permit validity varies by employment category and renewal rules.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Greece lists residence permits for third-country citizens, including employment and professional reasons.", "Detailed document checklists are category-specific, including dependent employment and related work categories.", "Employer/job basis and Greek labour/residence rules apply; exact documents and any quotas/approvals vary by subcategory." ], "sourceName": "Greece official source", "sourceUrl": "https://migration.gov.gr/en/migration-policy/metanasteusi-stin-ellada/katigories-adeion-diamonis-politon-triton-choron-dikaiologitika%E2%80%8B/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "greece-investment-permanent-residence-permit-for-investors-golden-visa-article-20b", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/greece-investment-permanent-residence-permit-for-investors-golden-visa-article-20b-greece/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/greece/greece-investment-permanent-residence-permit-for-investors-golden-visa-article-20b-greece/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/greece/greece-investment-permanent-residence-permit-for-investors-golden-visa-article-20b-greece/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Permanent residence permit for investors / Golden Visa (Article 20B)", "routeName": "Permanent residence permit for investors / Golden Visa (Article 20B)", "timeline": "Permanent residence permit for investors; renewable if investment/property/lease remains in force.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Official ministry page lists application form, photos, passport/travel document with valid national visa, fees, private health insurance, notary certificate and property/lease/timeshare evidence depending on route, proof of registration/transfer, and renewal evidence that property/lease remains in force.", "Official page references property/lease documentation and historical €250,000 examples; current geographic/property thresholds vary and need exact threshold validation before public database use." ], "sourceName": "Greece official source", "sourceUrl": "https://migration.gov.gr/en/golden-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Hungary", "countryZh": "匈牙利", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/hungary/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 48, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生 / 自雇或访客投资路径", "en": "Student / self-employed or guest-investor route" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "hu-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/hu-student-hungary/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/hu-student-hungary/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/hungary/hu-student-hungary/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "大学/课程录取", "en": "University or course admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Lower-cost EU study route.", "requirements": [ "Be accepted for full-time study at an eligible Hungarian public school, state-recognised higher-education institution, authorised foreign institution, or qualifying preparatory course.", "Submit the admission or student-status evidence, proof of tuition payment, and any language evidence required for the programme.", "Show legally acquired funds for living costs, accommodation, healthcare, and onward travel, using savings, regular income, family support, or a scholarship.", "Declare real Hungarian accommodation and provide comprehensive health-insurance evidence, a valid passport, photograph, application, and fees." ], "sourceName": "Hungarian National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing", "sourceUrl": "https://oif.gov.hu/factsheets/residence-of-the-student-pupil", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "hu-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/hu-work-hungary/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/hu-work-hungary/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/hungary/hu-work-hungary/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作居留", "en": "Employment residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主工作许可", "en": "Employer-backed work permit" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For applicants with a local job offer; do not confuse ordinary employment residence with the currently suspended new guest-worker applications.", "requirements": [ "Have a Hungarian employer and a qualifying employment relationship, normally supported by a preliminary agreement or employment document.", "Provide a valid passport, application, administrative-fee receipt, proof of accommodation, and a certified translation of professional qualifications where the job requires one.", "Meet the current role, nationality, labour-market, and employer conditions for the selected employment residence category.", "Complete the single-permit procedure and any consular or Enter Hungary steps required for the applicant's nationality and filing location." ], "sourceName": "Hungarian National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing", "sourceUrl": "https://www.oif.gov.hu/factsheets/information-for-employers-and-host-organizations", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "hu-investor", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/hu-investor-hungary/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/hu-investor-hungary/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/hungary/hu-investor-hungary/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "访客投资/商业路线", "en": "Guest investor or business route" }, "routeName": { "zh": "投资或商业计划", "en": "Investment or business plan" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For well-funded applicants planning residence long term.", "requirements": [ "Official NDGAP/OIF pages confirm a residence permit for guest investors for investments in Hungary deemed of national economic interest, and a separate residence permit for guest self-employment for independent remunerated activities." ], "sourceName": "Hungary official source", "sourceUrl": "https://oif.gov.hu/factsheets/residence-permit-for-guest-investor", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "hungary-remote-white-card-residence-permit-for-digital-nomads", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/hungary-remote-white-card-residence-permit-for-digital-nomads-hungary/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/hungary-remote-white-card-residence-permit-for-digital-nomads-hungary/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/hungary/hungary-remote-white-card-residence-permit-for-digital-nomads-hungary/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "White Card - residence permit for digital nomads", "routeName": "White Card - residence permit for digital nomads", "timeline": "Usually one year initially, extendable once; permits remote work for foreign employer/client only, not Hungarian local work.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Official immigration factsheet states the White Card is for third-country nationals and is not granted to someone pursuing gainful activity in Hungary or holding a share in a Hungarian company.", "Income requirement should be taken from the current official factsheet/checklist; third-party sources report a monthly minimum, but values change." ], "sourceName": "Hungary official source", "sourceUrl": "https://oif.gov.hu/factsheets/white-card-residency-for-digital-nomads", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "hungary-investment-residence-permit-for-guest-investor-guest-self-employment", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/hungary-investment-residence-permit-for-guest-investor-guest-self-employment-hungary/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/hungary/hungary-investment-residence-permit-for-guest-investor-guest-self-employment-hungary/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/hungary/hungary-investment-residence-permit-for-guest-investor-guest-self-employment-hungary/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Residence permit for guest investor / guest self-employment", "routeName": "Residence permit for guest investor / guest self-employment", "timeline": "Route-specific; must follow NDGAP/OIF procedure.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Official NDGAP/OIF pages confirm a residence permit for guest investors for investments in Hungary deemed of national economic interest, and a separate residence permit for guest self-employment for independent remunerated activities." ], "sourceName": "Hungary official source", "sourceUrl": "https://oif.gov.hu/factsheets/residence-permit-for-guest-investor", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "India", "countryZh": "印度", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/india/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/india/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/india/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 62, "label": { "zh": "较难", "en": "Hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生 / 就业签", "en": "Student / employment visa" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "in-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/india/in-student-india/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/india/in-student-india/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/india/in-student-india/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签证", "en": "Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "认可学校录取", "en": "Recognised school admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For university, technical training, or long programs.", "requirements": [ "Obtain admission to a recognised Indian educational institution for a structured, full-time course or other programme eligible for a Student Visa.", "Provide the admission letter stating the course and duration, valid passport, completed visa application, photograph, and any student undertaking or institutional documents requested by the Indian mission.", "Show evidence of tuition, living funds, and accommodation or other financial support when requested for the programme and nationality.", "Apply through the applicable Indian mission or official online visa channel and follow any registration or extension instructions issued by the Foreigners Regional Registration Office." ], "sourceName": "Government of India, Indian Visa Online", "sourceUrl": "https://www.indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/visa-provision.html", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "in-employment", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/india/in-employment-india/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/india/in-employment-india/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/india/in-employment-india/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "就业签证", "en": "Employment visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高技能雇主合同", "en": "Skilled employer contract" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Usually needs skilled/specialist work and employer documents.", "requirements": [ "Have an appointment or employment contract with an Indian company, organisation, industry, or undertaking for a qualifying professional role.", "Show that the role requires a highly skilled or qualified professional; ordinary routine, clerical, or secretarial work is generally not eligible for an Employment Visa.", "Provide the appointment document, employment terms, qualification and experience evidence, passport, visa application, and employer documents required by the Indian mission.", "Apply for the visa before starting the employment and complete any registration or extension steps required by the Foreigners Regional Registration Office after arrival." ], "sourceName": "Government of India, Ministry of Home Affairs", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mha.gov.in/sites/default/files/2022-07/ForeigD-work_visa_faq.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "in-business", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/india/in-business-india/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/india/in-business-india/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/india/in-business-india/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "商务签证", "en": "Business visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "商务经营/投资活动", "en": "Business or investment activity" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "Not an employment visa, but useful for real business activity.", "requirements": [ "Have a genuine business purpose in India, such as establishing or exploring a business venture, attending business activity, or making an eligible investment.", "Provide company or invitation letters and documents proving the bona fide purpose, proposed activity, financial standing, and relevant business expertise.", "Submit the passport, visa application, photographs, and any company-registration, project, investment, or host-organisation evidence requested by the Indian mission.", "Keep the activities within the Business Visa conditions and complete FRRO/FRO registration or extension formalities when the stay or category requires them." ], "sourceName": "Government of India, Ministry of Home Affairs", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mha.gov.in/sites/default/files/2022-07/ForeigD-work_visa_faq.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" } ] }, { "country": "Indonesia", "countryZh": "印度尼西亚", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/indonesia/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 46, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "远程工作/投资/第二家园路径", "en": "Remote worker / investor / second-home route" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "id-remote-worker", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/id-remote-worker-indonesia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/id-remote-worker-indonesia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/indonesia/id-remote-worker-indonesia/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "远程工作签", "en": "Remote worker visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "E33G 远程工作", "en": "E33G remote worker stay" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For foreign-employer income; focus on income proof and no local employment limits.", "requirements": [ "Passport valid at least 6 months; bank statement with minimum USD 2,000 or equivalent over last 3 months; recent photo; CV; travel itinerary; bank account proof of salary/income; employment contract with company established outside Indonesia.", "Income/salary worth at least USD 60,000 per year; also bank statement showing minimum USD 2,000 or equivalent over last 3 months." ], "sourceName": "Indonesia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/front/faq/e076131c-0d39-469b-afaf-75fc66aff923", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "id-second-home", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/id-second-home-indonesia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/id-second-home-indonesia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/indonesia/id-second-home-indonesia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "第二家园/投资", "en": "Second home or investor" }, "routeName": { "zh": "资金/投资型居留", "en": "Funds or investment residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For well-funded applicants wanting long-term Indonesia residence.", "requirements": [ "Passport; photo; CV; proof of financial sufficiency / funds; comply with post-arrival reporting.", "Official eVisa page says financially sufficient and prohibits certain activities; older official circulars and service guides specify fund/property evidence.", "Historical/secondary guidance often cites IDR 2 billion or equivalent; newer service guidance may differ by subtype." ], "sourceName": "Indonesia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/front/faq/b6469147-09ae-44c0-878e-74e2c4c2c14e", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "id-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/id-student-indonesia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/id-student-indonesia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/indonesia/id-student-indonesia/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student stay permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + ITAS", "en": "School admission + ITAS" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For Indonesian language, university, or exchange programs.", "requirements": [ "Visa permits education-related activities; applicant needs sponsor/educational basis and must comply with Indonesian law and immigration rules." ], "sourceName": "Indonesia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/front/faq/08cdfd2e-873e-4de7-9eeb-8f485828c155", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "indonesia-remote-e33g-remote-worker-visa-limited-stay-route", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/indonesia-remote-e33g-remote-worker-visa-limited-stay-route-indonesia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/indonesia-remote-e33g-remote-worker-visa-limited-stay-route-indonesia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/indonesia/indonesia-remote-e33g-remote-worker-visa-limited-stay-route-indonesia/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "E33G Remote Worker visa / limited stay route", "routeName": "E33G Remote Worker visa / limited stay route", "timeline": "Visa must be used within 90 days of issue; period of stay is per visa/stay permit details (not the same as visa validity).", "summary": "Passport valid at least 6 months; bank statement with minimum USD 2,000 or equivalent over last 3 months; recent photo; CV; travel itinerary; bank account proof of salary/income; employment contract with company established outside Indonesia.", "requirements": [ "Passport valid at least 6 months; bank statement with minimum USD 2,000 or equivalent over last 3 months; recent photo; CV; travel itinerary; bank account proof of salary/income; employment contract with company established outside Indonesia.", "Income/salary worth at least USD 60,000 per year; also bank statement showing minimum USD 2,000 or equivalent over last 3 months." ], "sourceName": "Indonesia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/front/faq/e076131c-0d39-469b-afaf-75fc66aff923", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "indonesia-study-limited-stay-evisa-for-education-activities", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/indonesia-study-limited-stay-evisa-for-education-activities-indonesia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/indonesia-study-limited-stay-evisa-for-education-activities-indonesia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/indonesia/indonesia-study-limited-stay-evisa-for-education-activities-indonesia/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Limited stay/eVisa for education activities", "routeName": "Limited stay/eVisa for education activities", "timeline": "Route-specific; limited-stay permission typically linked to study programme/permit.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Visa permits education-related activities; applicant needs sponsor/educational basis and must comply with Indonesian law and immigration rules." ], "sourceName": "Indonesia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/front/faq/08cdfd2e-873e-4de7-9eeb-8f485828c155", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "indonesia-skilled-limited-stay-visa-itas-for-employment-including-e23-work-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/indonesia-skilled-limited-stay-visa-itas-for-employment-including-e23-work-visa-indonesia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/indonesia-skilled-limited-stay-visa-itas-for-employment-including-e23-work-visa-indonesia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/indonesia/indonesia-skilled-limited-stay-visa-itas-for-employment-including-e23-work-visa-indonesia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Limited Stay Visa / ITAS for employment, including E23 work visa", "routeName": "Limited Stay Visa / ITAS for employment, including E23 work visa", "timeline": "Validity and stay depend on E23 subtype/permit; visa must be used within 90 days of issue on the source checked. Work must match the permit; unauthorised work can lead to penalties/deportation.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Official eVisa page for an employment-related limited stay visa says the holder may perform employment-related activities, must comply with employment contract and Indonesian law, and must provide passport, bank statement, photo, CV, itinerary, guarantee letter and working permit from the Ministry of Manpower.", "Official eVisa requirement shown: personal bank statement minimum USD 2,000 or equivalent for the last 3 months.", "Other employer/manpower levies and role restrictions vary." ], "sourceName": "Indonesia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/front/faq/5803e116-55ac-43a2-89e5-f7f2e6ab9e69", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "indonesia-investment-investor-limited-stay-visa-itas-e-g-e28a-investor-route", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/indonesia-investment-investor-limited-stay-visa-itas-e-g-e28a-investor-route-indonesia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/indonesia-investment-investor-limited-stay-visa-itas-e-g-e28a-investor-route-indonesia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/indonesia/indonesia-investment-investor-limited-stay-visa-itas-e-g-e28a-investor-route-indonesia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Investor Limited Stay Visa / ITAS, e.g. E28A investor route", "routeName": "Investor Limited Stay Visa / ITAS, e.g. E28A investor route", "timeline": "Official eVisa page: up to 1 year or up to 2 years; costs shown as IDR 6,000,000 for 1 year and IDR 8,500,000 for 2 years.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Valid passport; financially sufficient during stay; comply with visa conditions; eligible investor purpose.", "e-ITAS and re-entry permit are issued automatically on arrival if conditions are met.", "Official eVisa page checked showed investor stay/cost, but did not expose the full investment-capital threshold in the retrieved text." ], "sourceName": "Indonesia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/front/faq/f113906d-5ee0-44a3-8b97-a8a6adafa334", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "indonesia-longTerm-second-home-visa-second-home-stay-permit", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/indonesia-longterm-second-home-visa-second-home-stay-permit-indonesia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/indonesia/indonesia-longterm-second-home-visa-second-home-stay-permit-indonesia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/indonesia/indonesia-longterm-second-home-visa-second-home-stay-permit-indonesia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Second Home Visa / Second Home Stay Permit", "routeName": "Second Home Visa / Second Home Stay Permit", "timeline": "Long-stay route; some pages describe 5 or 10-year stay depending on subtype and issue date.", "summary": "Dedicated second-home route exists; separate from digital nomad E33G and investor routes.", "requirements": [ "Passport; photo; CV; proof of financial sufficiency / funds; comply with post-arrival reporting.", "Official eVisa page says financially sufficient and prohibits certain activities; older official circulars and service guides specify fund/property evidence.", "Historical/secondary guidance often cites IDR 2 billion or equivalent; newer service guidance may differ by subtype." ], "sourceName": "Indonesia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/front/faq/b6469147-09ae-44c0-878e-74e2c4c2c14e", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Ireland", "countryZh": "爱尔兰", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ireland/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 52, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生许可 / 关键技能工作许可", "en": "Student permission / Critical Skills Employment Permit" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ie-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ie-student-ireland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ie-student-ireland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ireland/ie-student-ireland/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生许可", "en": "Student permission" }, "routeName": { "zh": "ILEP 课程 / 大学录取", "en": "ILEP course or university admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "English-speaking study route; funds and course compliance matter.", "requirements": [ "Apply online up to 3 months before travel if visa-required; acceptance on eligible course, passport, application summary and supporting documents; register after arrival where required.", "Proof of fees paid/available, sufficient funds and private medical insurance required; exact amount depends on Immigration Service Delivery guidance." ], "sourceName": "Ireland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-long-term-study-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ie-critical-skills", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ie-critical-skills-ireland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ie-critical-skills-ireland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ireland/ie-critical-skills-ireland/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "关键技能工作许可", "en": "Critical Skills Employment Permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "紧缺职业/高薪 offer", "en": "Shortage occupation or high-salary offer" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "Good for tech, engineering, health and other shortage roles with a clearer long-term path.", "requirements": [ "A non-EEA national generally must hold a valid employment permit unless exempt.", "For work over 90 days, they must have a contract of employment and relevant work permission; if visa-required, they apply for a long-stay D visa before travel.", "Employment permit type matters: Critical Skills, General Employment Permit and other permits have different salary/occupation/labour market rules." ], "sourceName": "Ireland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://enterprise.gov.ie/en/what-we-do/workplace-and-skills/employment-permits/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ie-general-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ie-general-work-ireland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ie-general-work-ireland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ireland/ie-general-work-ireland/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "普通工作许可", "en": "General Employment Permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地雇主 offer", "en": "Local employer offer" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For employer-backed roles outside Critical Skills.", "requirements": [ "A non-EEA national generally must hold a valid employment permit unless exempt.", "For work over 90 days, they must have a contract of employment and relevant work permission; if visa-required, they apply for a long-stay D visa before travel.", "Employment permit type matters: Critical Skills, General Employment Permit and other permits have different salary/occupation/labour market rules." ], "sourceName": "Ireland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://enterprise.gov.ie/en/what-we-do/workplace-and-skills/employment-permits/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ireland-study-long-stay-d-study-visa-immigration-registration-for-study", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ireland-study-long-stay-d-study-visa-immigration-registration-for-study-ireland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ireland-study-long-stay-d-study-visa-immigration-registration-for-study-ireland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ireland/ireland-study-long-stay-d-study-visa-immigration-registration-for-study-ireland/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Long Stay D Study Visa / immigration registration for study", "routeName": "Long Stay D Study Visa / immigration registration for study", "timeline": "Visa/residence permission tied to course; renew registration where eligible.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Apply online up to 3 months before travel if visa-required; acceptance on eligible course, passport, application summary and supporting documents; register after arrival where required.", "Proof of fees paid/available, sufficient funds and private medical insurance required; exact amount depends on Immigration Service Delivery guidance." ], "sourceName": "Ireland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-long-term-study-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "ireland-skilled-employment-permit-plus-immigration-permission-long-stay-visa-if-visa-req", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ireland-skilled-employment-permit-plus-immigration-permission-long-stay-visa-if-visa-req-ireland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ireland-skilled-employment-permit-plus-immigration-permission-long-stay-visa-if-visa-req-ireland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ireland/ireland-skilled-employment-permit-plus-immigration-permission-long-stay-visa-if-visa-req-ireland/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Employment permit plus immigration permission / long-stay visa if visa-required", "routeName": "Employment permit plus immigration permission / long-stay visa if visa-required", "timeline": "Permit validity depends on type. General Employment Permits generally can be up to 2 years initially with renewals; immigration registration is also required.", "summary": "Must split employment permits by type; visa alone is not the work authorisation.", "requirements": [ "A non-EEA national generally must hold a valid employment permit unless exempt.", "For work over 90 days, they must have a contract of employment and relevant work permission; if visa-required, they apply for a long-stay D visa before travel.", "Employment permit type matters: Critical Skills, General Employment Permit and other permits have different salary/occupation/labour market rules." ], "sourceName": "Ireland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://enterprise.gov.ie/en/what-we-do/workplace-and-skills/employment-permits/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "ireland-investment-start-up-entrepreneur-programme-step", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ireland-investment-start-up-entrepreneur-programme-step-ireland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ireland-investment-start-up-entrepreneur-programme-step-ireland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ireland/ireland-investment-start-up-entrepreneur-programme-step-ireland/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Start-up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP)", "routeName": "Start-up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP)", "timeline": "Permission under STEP; applicants requiring visa apply for D visa once permission granted.", "summary": "Generic row is misleading without split.", "requirements": [ "STEP applicants must be of good character, have no criminal convictions, have €50,000 funding available, and have an innovative business proposal.", "Permission lets the entrepreneur establish and work full-time in the business; no other employment and must not be a financial burden.", "IIP is closed; prior IIP required high net worth and investment but should be historical only.", "STEP funding: €50,000.", "IIP historical: €2m personal wealth and €1m investment/€500k endowment noted in closure notice, but closed." ], "sourceName": "Ireland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-work-in-ireland/what-are-my-options-for-working-in-ireland/coming-to-work-for-more-than-90-days/start-up-entrepreneur-programme-step/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "ireland-longTerm-stamp-0-retire-to-ireland-person-of-independent-means", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ireland-longterm-stamp-0-retire-to-ireland-person-of-independent-means-ireland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/ireland/ireland-longterm-stamp-0-retire-to-ireland-person-of-independent-means-ireland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/ireland/ireland-longterm-stamp-0-retire-to-ireland-person-of-independent-means-ireland/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Stamp 0 / retire to Ireland / person of independent means", "routeName": "Stamp 0 / retire to Ireland / person of independent means", "timeline": "Stamp 0 is limited permission; renewal possible if conditions continue to be met.", "summary": "Dedicated permission exists, but it is discretionary and limited.", "requirements": [ "Ireland’s official retire-to-Ireland page says applicants must be financially independent, meet all conditions, and provide independent verification of financial conditions certified by an Irish accountancy firm.", "Visa-required nationals apply for D Reside before arrival, and all applicants apply for Stamp 0 before arrival.", "Official page requires financial independence; exact amounts should be taken from current Irish guidance/checklist if displayed for applicant type." ], "sourceName": "Ireland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-live-in-ireland/i-want-to-retire-to-ireland/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Italy", "countryZh": "意大利", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/italy/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 45, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生 / 数字游民 / 高技能工作", "en": "Student / digital nomad / high-skill work" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "it-digital-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/it-digital-nomad-italy/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/it-digital-nomad-italy/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/italy/it-digital-nomad-italy/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "数字游民/远程工作", "en": "Digital nomad / remote worker" }, "routeName": { "zh": "境外远程收入", "en": "Foreign remote income" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For highly skilled remote workers; documents and tax planning need care.", "requirements": [ "Italian consulate pages state the visa is intended for non-EU citizens who intend to work remotely while living in Italy.", "Checklists include passport, application, photo, proof of highly qualified work, accommodation, health insurance, income, criminal-record and work-contract/professional evidence.", "Income threshold is tied to Italian health-exemption/annual minimum rules and appears around €25k-€30k depending on consulate; use exact current consulate checklist for applicant jurisdiction." ], "sourceName": "Italy official source", "sourceUrl": "https://consnewyork.esteri.it/en/servizi-consolari-e-visti/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero/visti/visas-to-enter-italy/digital-nomad-remote-worker-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "it-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/it-student-italy/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/it-student-italy/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/italy/it-student-italy/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签证", "en": "Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "大学/课程录取", "en": "University or course admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Use master’s, language, art, or design study as the first route.", "requirements": [ "Admission or pre-enrolment for the relevant Italian university or recognised study programme.", "Long-stay study visa application through the Italian diplomatic mission responsible for the applicant's residence, unless a visa exemption applies.", "Passport, admission/pre-enrolment evidence, proof of funds, accommodation, health insurance, and consulate-specific documents.", "Foreign qualifications and documents may need legalisation and official translation; use the current Visa for Italy database and consulate checklist." ], "sourceName": "Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs", "sourceUrl": "https://www.esteri.it/en/ministero/sportello_info/domandefrequenti/studiare-in-italia/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "it-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/it-work-italy/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/it-work-italy/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/italy/it-work-italy/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作/自雇", "en": "Work or self-employment" }, "routeName": { "zh": "Decreto flussi / 高技能", "en": "Decreto flussi or high-skill route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-12 个月", "en": "3-12 months" }, "summary": "Quotas and employer/self-employment documents matter; timing is less predictable than study. New single-permit rules target issuance within 30 days after entry, but actual handling still depends on the case and authorities.", "requirements": [ "An Italian employer and an employment contract for the relevant subordinate-work route, or the route-specific authorisation for another work category.", "Employer-led work authorisation/nulla osta where required before the national work visa is issued.", "Passport, visa form, photographs, contract/authorisation evidence, and the current consulate checklist.", "Timing, quotas, and category rules vary; confirm the current Decreto Flussi or specialist-work rules before applying." ], "sourceName": "Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Visa for Italy", "sourceUrl": "https://vistoperitalia.esteri.it/home/en", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "italy-remote-digital-nomad-remote-worker-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/italy-remote-digital-nomad-remote-worker-visa-italy/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/italy-remote-digital-nomad-remote-worker-visa-italy/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/italy/italy-remote-digital-nomad-remote-worker-visa-italy/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Digital Nomad / Remote Worker Visa", "routeName": "Digital Nomad / Remote Worker Visa", "timeline": "National visa with residence permit after arrival; generally up to one year and renewable if conditions remain met.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Italian consulate pages state the visa is intended for non-EU citizens who intend to work remotely while living in Italy.", "Checklists include passport, application, photo, proof of highly qualified work, accommodation, health insurance, income, criminal-record and work-contract/professional evidence.", "Income threshold is tied to Italian health-exemption/annual minimum rules and appears around €25k-€30k depending on consulate; use exact current consulate checklist for applicant jurisdiction." ], "sourceName": "Italy official source", "sourceUrl": "https://consnewyork.esteri.it/en/servizi-consolari-e-visti/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero/visti/visas-to-enter-italy/digital-nomad-remote-worker-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "italy-investment-investor-visa-for-italy-italia-startup-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/italy-investment-investor-visa-for-italy-italia-startup-visa-italy/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/italy-investment-investor-visa-for-italy-italia-startup-visa-italy/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/italy/italy-investment-investor-visa-for-italy-italia-startup-visa-italy/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Investor Visa for Italy / Italia Startup Visa", "routeName": "Investor Visa for Italy / Italia Startup Visa", "timeline": "Investor visa residence commonly two years, extendable if investment maintained; startup national visa route.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Investor Visa options include EUR 2m government bonds, EUR 500k Italian company shares/bonds, EUR 250k in innovative startups, or EUR 1m philanthropic donation.", "Italia Startup Visa requires Nulla Osta and at least EUR 50,000 financial availability dedicated to the innovative startup." ], "sourceName": "Italy official source", "sourceUrl": "https://conslondra.esteri.it/en/servizi-consolari-e-visti/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero/visti/investors/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "italy-longTerm-elective-residence-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/italy-longterm-elective-residence-visa-italy/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/italy/italy-longterm-elective-residence-visa-italy/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/italy/italy-longterm-elective-residence-visa-italy/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Elective Residence Visa", "routeName": "Elective Residence Visa", "timeline": "National visa for entry followed by residence permit in Italy; renewability depends on continuing conditions.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Italian consulates describe elective residence as for applicants with high self-sustaining income/assets and a genuine intention to reside stably in Italy.", "Income must be steady/adequate and not from subordinate work; applicant needs accommodation, insurance and standard national visa documents.", "Some consular checklists cite no less than EUR 31,000/year, but thresholds can vary by post and household; use the relevant consulate checklist." ], "sourceName": "Italy official source", "sourceUrl": "https://conslondra.esteri.it/en/servizi-consolari-e-visti/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero/visti/elective-residence/", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Japan", "countryZh": "日本", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/japan/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 49, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "语言学校/学生签 / 特定技能", "en": "Language school/student visa / Specified Skilled Worker" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "jp-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/jp-student-japan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/jp-student-japan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/japan/jp-student-japan/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生 / 语言学校", "en": "Student / language school" }, "routeName": { "zh": "在留资格：留学", "en": "Status of Residence: Student" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "The clearest Japan first route for many Chinese applicants: school obtains COE, then visa.", "requirements": [ "Acceptance by Japanese school/university/language institution; school normally obtains Certificate of Eligibility; applicant submits passport, visa application, photo, COE or copy, and any consulate-specific documents.", "Proof of ability to pay tuition/living costs or financial supporter evidence may be requested; exact documents vary by consulate/nationality." ], "sourceName": "Japan official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/long/visa6.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "jp-ssw", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/jp-ssw-japan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/jp-ssw-japan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/japan/jp-ssw-japan/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "特定技能", "en": "Specified Skilled Worker" }, "routeName": { "zh": "特定技能 1 号 / 2 号", "en": "Specified Skilled Worker 1 / 2" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For sector roles where the applicant can meet skill and Japanese requirements.", "requirements": [ "A job in an eligible Specified Skilled Worker field with a Japanese accepting organisation.", "Pass the relevant field skills test and Japanese-language test, generally JFT-Basic or JLPT N4 or higher, subject to field exceptions.", "Employment contract, passport, application documents, and the Certificate of Eligibility or other consular evidence required for the status.", "The employer must meet the accepting-organisation and support obligations for the relevant SSW category." ], "sourceName": "Japan Immigration Services Agency", "sourceUrl": "https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/applications/status/specifiedskilledworker.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "jp-engineer", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/jp-engineer-japan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/jp-engineer-japan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/japan/jp-engineer-japan/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工程/人文/国际业务", "en": "Engineer / Humanities / International Services" }, "routeName": { "zh": "日本雇主 offer + COE", "en": "Japanese employer offer + COE" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For white-collar roles such as IT, operations, translation, and sales.", "requirements": [ "Applicant normally needs a Japanese sponsoring/inviting organisation and a Certificate of Eligibility or equivalent documents; route/status must match the intended work; passport, visa application form, photo and supporting documents required.", "No universal income threshold across all work statuses; eligibility depends on employment contract, qualifications/experience and status category." ], "sourceName": "Japan official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/index.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "japan-remote-specified-visa-designated-activities-digital-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/japan-remote-specified-visa-designated-activities-digital-nomad-japan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/japan-remote-specified-visa-designated-activities-digital-nomad-japan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/japan/japan-remote-specified-visa-designated-activities-digital-nomad-japan/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Specified visa: Designated Activities (Digital Nomad)", "routeName": "Specified visa: Designated Activities (Digital Nomad)", "timeline": "6 months; no extension granted.", "summary": "Eligible nationality/region; intends to work remotely in Japan for a period not exceeding six months; application form/photo, passport, activity/period documents, proof of annual income, and insurance covering death/injury/illness.", "requirements": [ "Eligible nationality/region; intends to work remotely in Japan for a period not exceeding six months; application form/photo, passport, activity/period documents, proof of annual income, and insurance covering death/injury/illness.", "Annual income JPY 10 million or more; insurance medical treatment coverage for injury/illness must be JPY 10 million or more." ], "sourceName": "Japan official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/ca/fna/pagewe_000001_00046.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "japan-study-general-visa-student-status-of-residence-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/japan-study-general-visa-student-status-of-residence-student-japan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/japan-study-general-visa-student-status-of-residence-student-japan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/japan/japan-study-general-visa-student-status-of-residence-student-japan/" }, "category": "study", "title": "General visa: Student / Status of Residence: Student", "routeName": "General visa: Student / Status of Residence: Student", "timeline": "Period of stay is granted by immigration/status of residence, commonly according to study programme.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Acceptance by Japanese school/university/language institution; school normally obtains Certificate of Eligibility; applicant submits passport, visa application, photo, COE or copy, and any consulate-specific documents.", "Proof of ability to pay tuition/living costs or financial supporter evidence may be requested; exact documents vary by consulate/nationality." ], "sourceName": "Japan official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/long/visa6.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "japan-skilled-work-visa-status-of-residence-for-employment-e-g-engineer-specialist-in-", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/japan-skilled-work-visa-status-of-residence-for-employment-e-g-engineer-specialist-in-japan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/japan-skilled-work-visa-status-of-residence-for-employment-e-g-engineer-specialist-in-japan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/japan/japan-skilled-work-visa-status-of-residence-for-employment-e-g-engineer-specialist-in-japan/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Work visa / Status of Residence for employment (e.g., Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services, Skilled Labor, Intra-company Transferee)", "routeName": "Work visa / Status of Residence for employment (e.g., Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services, Skilled Labor, Intra-company Transferee)", "timeline": "Period of stay varies by status and decision, commonly up to 5 years. Work is restricted to the activities authorised by the status of residence.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Applicant normally needs a Japanese sponsoring/inviting organisation and a Certificate of Eligibility or equivalent documents; route/status must match the intended work; passport, visa application form, photo and supporting documents required.", "No universal income threshold across all work statuses; eligibility depends on employment contract, qualifications/experience and status category." ], "sourceName": "Japan official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/index.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "japan-longTerm-designated-activities-long-stay-for-sightseeing-and-recreation", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/japan-longterm-designated-activities-long-stay-for-sightseeing-and-recreation-japan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/japan/japan-longterm-designated-activities-long-stay-for-sightseeing-and-recreation-japan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/japan/japan-longterm-designated-activities-long-stay-for-sightseeing-and-recreation-japan/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Designated Activities: Long Stay for sightseeing and recreation", "routeName": "Designated Activities: Long Stay for sightseeing and recreation", "timeline": "Up to 6 months initially; possible extension to maximum 1 year under the long-stay sightseeing/recreation route.", "summary": "Exists for high-net-worth long stay; better fit than generic retirement/passive-income visa.", "requirements": [ "Applicant aged 18+; savings equivalent to more than JPY 30 million; passport; visa form/photo; Certificate of Eligibility or schedule of stay plus documents proving savings and travel medical/death/disability insurance.", "JPY 30 million savings threshold.", "If spouse accompanies under the related designated activity, couple funds may be considered under the official documentation route." ], "sourceName": "Japan official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/ca/fna/page22e_000738.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Kenya", "countryZh": "肯尼亚", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/kenya/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 48, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "远程/工作许可路径", "en": "Remote / work permit route" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ke-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/ke-work-kenya/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/ke-work-kenya/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/kenya/ke-work-kenya/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作许可", "en": "Work permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "Class D 工作许可", "en": "Class D work permit" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "Requires employer and role proof; best with a local offer.", "requirements": [ "Have a specific employment offer from a specific Kenyan employer and a role requiring skills or qualifications that are not available locally, with the engagement benefiting Kenya.", "Provide the employer cover letter, passport biodata page, current immigration status if in Kenya, recent photograph, certified academic and professional certificates, and CV.", "Provide the Kenyan understudy details and supporting documents, employer registration and tax-compliance evidence, and evidence of the local recruitment process or relevant institutional clearance where requested.", "Submit the Class D application online through the eFNS portal and do not begin Kenyan employment until the required permit is issued." ], "sourceName": "Kenya Directorate of Immigration Services", "sourceUrl": "https://immigration.go.ke/class-d-employment/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "ke-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/ke-student-kenya/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/ke-student-kenya/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/kenya/ke-student-kenya/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生通行证", "en": "Student pass" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 学生通行证", "en": "School admission + student pass" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For university, training, or research programs.", "requirements": [ "Be accepted or admitted by an approved Kenyan education or training institution for the proposed course, research, or internship.", "Submit the Student or Research or Internship Pass application through eFNS, with the institution's signed Form 30 and cover letter stating the course and duration.", "Provide a valid passport, current immigration status if in Kenya, recent photographs, academic certificates where relevant, and the sponsor commitment letter and sponsor passport or proof of funds required by the checklist.", "Keep the pass tied to the approved institution and programme; do not take employment unless a separate permission allows it." ], "sourceName": "Kenya Directorate of Immigration Services / eFNS", "sourceUrl": "https://fns.immigration.go.ke/infopack/downloads/Student%20Pass%20Checklist.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "ke-digital-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/ke-digital-nomad-kenya/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/ke-digital-nomad-kenya/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/kenya/ke-digital-nomad-kenya/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "数字游民工作许可", "en": "Digital nomad work permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "境外远程收入", "en": "Foreign remote income" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-4 个月", "en": "1-4 months" }, "summary": "For foreign-income remote workers wanting a Kenya base.", "requirements": [ "Work remotely from Kenya for an employer or company based outside Kenya, or work as a freelancer remotely for a company based outside Kenya.", "Hold a valid passport and provide proof of the remote-work arrangement, accommodation in Kenya, and a clean criminal record from the country of habitual residence.", "Show assured annual income of at least USD 55,000 from sources outside Kenya under the 2024 Class N regulation.", "Undertake not to accept paid or unpaid employment or other income-generating activity in Kenya for an employer or company domiciled in Kenya." ], "sourceName": "Kenya Law / Kenya Immigration Regulations", "sourceUrl": "https://www.kenyalaw.org/kl/fileadmin/pdfdownloads/LegalNotices/2024/LN155_2024.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "kenya-investment-permit-class-g-specific-trade-business-or-consultancy", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/kenya-investment-permit-class-g-specific-trade-business-or-consultancy-kenya/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/kenya-investment-permit-class-g-specific-trade-business-or-consultancy-kenya/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/kenya/kenya-investment-permit-class-g-specific-trade-business-or-consultancy-kenya/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Permit Class G - specific trade, business or consultancy", "routeName": "Permit Class G - specific trade, business or consultancy", "timeline": "Permit; fees and renewal requirements apply.", "summary": "Use Permit Class G and include USD 100,000 capital requirement.", "requirements": [ "Issued to a person intending to engage in a specific trade, business, consultancy or profession in Kenya, with required licences/permissions, sufficient capital/resources, and benefit to Kenya.", "Checklist includes Form 25, cover letter, passport, photos, status, company incorporation, MOU/articles, CR12, PIN certificate, tax compliance and proof of offshore transaction." ], "sourceName": "Kenya official source", "sourceUrl": "https://fns.immigration.go.ke/infopack/permits/classG/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "kenya-longTerm-class-k-permit-ordinary-residents", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/kenya-longterm-class-k-permit-ordinary-residents-kenya/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/kenya/kenya-longterm-class-k-permit-ordinary-residents-kenya/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/kenya/kenya-longterm-class-k-permit-ordinary-residents-kenya/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Class K Permit – Ordinary Residents", "routeName": "Class K Permit – Ordinary Residents", "timeline": "Permit duration/renewal per immigration authority.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Class K permit is for a person not less than 35 years old with assured annual income from sources outside Kenya remitted to Kenya, or from pension/annuity, and not from employment/occupation/trade/business in Kenya.", "Requirements include Form 25, cover letter, passport copies, photos, current immigration status and documentary proof of income." ], "sourceName": "Kenya official source", "sourceUrl": "https://immigration.go.ke/class-k-ordinary-residents/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Malaysia", "countryZh": "马来西亚", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malaysia/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 34, "label": { "zh": "较易", "en": "Easier" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "DE Rantau 数字游民通行证", "en": "DE Rantau Nomad Pass" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "my-derantau", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/my-derantau-malaysia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/my-derantau-malaysia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malaysia/my-derantau-malaysia/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "DE Rantau 数字游民", "en": "DE Rantau Nomad Pass" }, "routeName": { "zh": "远程工作/自由职业", "en": "Remote work or freelancing" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-12 个月；最多可再续 12 个月（总计最多 24 个月）", "en": "3-12 months; renewable for up to 12 more months (24 months total)" }, "summary": "Friendly for Chinese remote earners, with 3-12 months and one renewal path.", "requirements": [ "Apply as a digital freelancer, independent contractor, or remote employee whose work can be performed remotely from Malaysia.", "Provide an active project or employment contract lasting more than three months; freelancers may use multiple contracts and remote employees must work for a non-Malaysian employer.", "Show annual income above USD 24,000 and provide the required proof of work, passport, good-conduct evidence, and supporting documents requested by MDEC.", "Apply for the Professional Visit Pass through the MDEC process, with the applicable fee, passport validity, insurance, and bond or personal-bond requirements checked for the applicant's nationality." ], "sourceName": "Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mdec.my/md-programmes/digital-nomad-pass", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "my-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/my-student-malaysia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/my-student-malaysia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malaysia/my-student-malaysia/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生准证", "en": "Student Pass" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + EMGS", "en": "School admission + EMGS" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For English courses, university, or later local employment.", "requirements": [ "Non-citizen students aged 3+ pursuing study in Malaysia; admission/enrolment at eligible institution; application usually through institution/EMGS; passport, photographs, forms and supporting education documents as required by route.", "Financial, medical screening and insurance details are EMGS/institution-specific; visa-required nationals may need Single Entry Visa before entry." ], "sourceName": "Malaysia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/main-services/pass/student-pass/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "my-employment", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/my-employment-malaysia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/my-employment-malaysia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malaysia/my-employment-malaysia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "就业准证", "en": "Employment Pass" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地公司雇佣", "en": "Local company employment" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For people with a Malaysian employer offer; Employment Pass salary thresholds and duration framework changed from 1 June 2026.", "requirements": [ "Expatriate takes employment with an organisation in Malaysia; employer must be registered through ESD/myXpats where applicable; Expatriate Committee or relevant approving authority approval is required before Immigration issues the pass; contract/employment details and passport/documentation required.", "Salary thresholds vary by EP category." ], "sourceName": "Malaysia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://esd.imi.gov.my/portal/expatriates/myxpats/key-services/employment-pass/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "malaysia-study-student-pass", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/malaysia-study-student-pass-malaysia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/malaysia-study-student-pass-malaysia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malaysia/malaysia-study-student-pass-malaysia/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Student Pass", "routeName": "Student Pass", "timeline": "Normally tied to course/pass approval period and renewed as required.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Non-citizen students aged 3+ pursuing study in Malaysia; admission/enrolment at eligible institution; application usually through institution/EMGS; passport, photographs, forms and supporting education documents as required by route.", "Financial, medical screening and insurance details are EMGS/institution-specific; visa-required nationals may need Single Entry Visa before entry." ], "sourceName": "Malaysia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/main-services/pass/student-pass/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "malaysia-skilled-employment-pass-ep", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/malaysia-skilled-employment-pass-ep-malaysia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/malaysia-skilled-employment-pass-ep-malaysia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malaysia/malaysia-skilled-employment-pass-ep-malaysia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Employment Pass (EP)", "routeName": "Employment Pass (EP)", "timeline": "Subject to employment contract; ESD states EP may be issued up to 60 months. Tied to approved employer/position.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Expatriate takes employment with an organisation in Malaysia; employer must be registered through ESD/myXpats where applicable; Expatriate Committee or relevant approving authority approval is required before Immigration issues the pass; contract/employment details and passport/documentation required.", "Salary thresholds vary by EP category." ], "sourceName": "Malaysia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://esd.imi.gov.my/portal/expatriates/myxpats/key-services/employment-pass/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "malaysia-investment-investor-pass-employment-pass-or-professional-visit-pass-for-company-dir", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/malaysia-investment-investor-pass-employment-pass-or-professional-visit-pass-for-company-dir-malaysia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/malaysia-investment-investor-pass-employment-pass-or-professional-visit-pass-for-company-dir-malaysia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malaysia/malaysia-investment-investor-pass-employment-pass-or-professional-visit-pass-for-company-dir-malaysia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Investor Pass / Employment Pass or Professional Visit Pass for company directors/active roles", "routeName": "Investor Pass / Employment Pass or Professional Visit Pass for company directors/active roles", "timeline": "Investor Pass: 6 months, extendable for another 6 months subject to justification and requirements.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Business visitor or foreign investor; generally intended for potential/new investors, investors in pipeline, or investors identified through Malaysian investment agencies/relevant authorities; applied via Xpats Gateway; business email required.", "No fixed published investment threshold found in the official FAQ.", "It is tied to committed/potential investment and investment-agency/government pipeline status." ], "sourceName": "Malaysia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://esd.imi.gov.my/portal/faq/investor-pass/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "malaysia-longTerm-malaysia-my-second-home-mm2h", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/malaysia-longterm-malaysia-my-second-home-mm2h-malaysia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malaysia/malaysia-longterm-malaysia-my-second-home-mm2h-malaysia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malaysia/malaysia-longterm-malaysia-my-second-home-mm2h-malaysia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H)", "routeName": "Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H)", "timeline": "Renewable social visit pass / multiple-entry visa; current category durations vary by programme tier.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Use licensed MM2H channel/agency where required; passport; conditional approval; medical check/insurance; fixed deposit and other tier-specific conditions; comply with stay requirement." ], "sourceName": "Malaysia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mm2h.gov.my/", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Malta", "countryZh": "马耳他", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malta/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 44, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "Nomad Residence Permit", "en": "Nomad Residence Permit" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "mt-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/mt-nomad-malta/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/mt-nomad-malta/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malta/mt-nomad-malta/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "游民居留许可", "en": "Nomad Residence Permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "境外远程收入", "en": "Foreign remote income" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For foreign-income remote workers wanting an English-speaking EU base.", "requirements": [ "Third-country national working remotely for a foreign employer, foreign-registered business, or foreign clients; not providing services to Maltese clients/subsidiary; valid passport; health insurance; accommodation; background checks as required.", "Minimum gross yearly income: €42,000." ], "sourceName": "Malta official source", "sourceUrl": "https://nomad.residencymalta.gov.mt/nomad-eligibility/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "mt-single-permit", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/mt-single-permit-malta/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/mt-single-permit-malta/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malta/mt-single-permit-malta/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "单一工作许可", "en": "Single Permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主工作 + 居留", "en": "Employer work + residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For local employer offers, especially in in-demand sectors.", "requirements": [ "Non-EU nationals require a residence permit to be employed in Malta; first step is an employment offer from a Maltese employer.", "The Single Permit combines employment licence and residence permit and is for employment over 6 months; employer applies via the Single Permit portal.", "Required evidence includes signed employment contract and Jobsplus/role-related documents.", "Employer-led; subject to labour market/security checks.", "Salary threshold varies by role/category rather than one generic threshold." ], "sourceName": "Malta official source", "sourceUrl": "https://identita.gov.mt/expatriates-unit-main-page/noneu-nationals/employment-related-permits/single-permit/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "mt-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/mt-student-malta/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/mt-student-malta/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malta/mt-student-malta/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For English courses or higher education.", "requirements": [ "For courses over 90 days, submit student national visa/residence permit application; valid passport, application form, photo, appointment, acceptance/confirmation from education provider, accommodation and supporting documents.", "Official checklist includes passport validity and supporting evidence; proof of sufficient funds, medical insurance and fees are required in practice via checklist/provider instructions." ], "sourceName": "Malta official source", "sourceUrl": "https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-sec-page-student-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "malta-remote-nomad-residence-permit", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/malta-remote-nomad-residence-permit-malta/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/malta-remote-nomad-residence-permit-malta/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malta/malta-remote-nomad-residence-permit-malta/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Nomad Residence Permit", "routeName": "Nomad Residence Permit", "timeline": "Normally 1 year; renewable subject to continued eligibility (programme indicates renewal possible).", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Third-country national working remotely for a foreign employer, foreign-registered business, or foreign clients; not providing services to Maltese clients/subsidiary; valid passport; health insurance; accommodation; background checks as required.", "Minimum gross yearly income: €42,000." ], "sourceName": "Malta official source", "sourceUrl": "https://nomad.residencymalta.gov.mt/nomad-eligibility/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "malta-study-student-national-visa-residence-permit-for-study", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/malta-study-student-national-visa-residence-permit-for-study-malta/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/malta-study-student-national-visa-residence-permit-for-study-malta/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malta/malta-study-student-national-visa-residence-permit-for-study-malta/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Student National Visa / Residence permit for study", "routeName": "Student National Visa / Residence permit for study", "timeline": "Visa/residence permit tied to course length; residence permit applications made in Malta for eligible cases.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "For courses over 90 days, submit student national visa/residence permit application; valid passport, application form, photo, appointment, acceptance/confirmation from education provider, accommodation and supporting documents.", "Official checklist includes passport validity and supporting evidence; proof of sufficient funds, medical insurance and fees are required in practice via checklist/provider instructions." ], "sourceName": "Malta official source", "sourceUrl": "https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-sec-page-student-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "malta-skilled-single-permit-for-third-country-nationals", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/malta-skilled-single-permit-for-third-country-nationals-malta/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/malta-skilled-single-permit-for-third-country-nationals-malta/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malta/malta-skilled-single-permit-for-third-country-nationals-malta/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Single Permit for third-country nationals", "routeName": "Single Permit for third-country nationals", "timeline": "Temporary permit for defined employment over 6 months; renewable, generally annually.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Non-EU nationals require a residence permit to be employed in Malta; first step is an employment offer from a Maltese employer.", "The Single Permit combines employment licence and residence permit and is for employment over 6 months; employer applies via the Single Permit portal.", "Required evidence includes signed employment contract and Jobsplus/role-related documents.", "Employer-led; subject to labour market/security checks.", "Salary threshold varies by role/category rather than one generic threshold." ], "sourceName": "Malta official source", "sourceUrl": "https://identita.gov.mt/expatriates-unit-main-page/noneu-nationals/employment-related-permits/single-permit/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "malta-investment-malta-startup-residence-programme-separate-malta-permanent-residence-pro", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/malta-investment-malta-startup-residence-programme-separate-malta-permanent-residence-pro-malta/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/malta-investment-malta-startup-residence-programme-separate-malta-permanent-residence-pro-malta/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malta/malta-investment-malta-startup-residence-programme-separate-malta-permanent-residence-pro-malta/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Malta Startup Residence Programme; separate Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) if using residence-by-investment", "routeName": "Malta Startup Residence Programme; separate Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) if using residence-by-investment", "timeline": "Startup residence permit route; duration/renewal to verify from programme forms/decision letter before publishing.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Startup route: third-country national, 18+, not from ineligible countries, innovative/scalable startup approved under the programme, incorporated startup in Malta, physical/tangible presence in Malta and living/tax presence.", "Company must place at least €25,000 tangible investment and/or paid-up share capital; if more than 4 co-founders apply, add €10,000 per extra co-founder; max 6 co-founders.", "€25,000 tangible investment/paid-up share capital; +€10,000 per additional co-founder above 4.", "MPRP has separate property/contribution/fee rules and should not be merged with startup route." ], "sourceName": "Malta official source", "sourceUrl": "https://startup.residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Malta-Startup-Residence-Programme-Eligbility-and-Requirements-V4.2-August-2025.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "malta-longTerm-economically-self-sufficient-residence-programme-specific-residence-sche", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/malta-longterm-economically-self-sufficient-residence-programme-specific-residence-sche-malta/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/malta/malta-longterm-economically-self-sufficient-residence-programme-specific-residence-sche-malta/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/malta/malta-longterm-economically-self-sufficient-residence-programme-specific-residence-sche-malta/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Economically self-sufficient residence / programme-specific residence schemes", "routeName": "Economically self-sufficient residence / programme-specific residence schemes", "timeline": "Programme-specific; Identità FAQ notes some renewals currently issued for 2 years for economically self-sufficient residence.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Identità Form K covers economically self-sufficient residence and named schemes such as Malta Permanent Residence Programme, Global Residence Programme and Malta Retirement Programme.", "For economically self-sufficient renewals, official FAQ notes continuous health insurance with minimum €100,000 coverage including outpatient/inpatient treatment and hospitalisation in Malta and other European countries.", "Programme-specific.", "The spreadsheet should not quote a single threshold until the specific scheme is selected." ], "sourceName": "Malta official source", "sourceUrl": "https://identita.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/FORM-K.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Mexico", "countryZh": "墨西哥", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/mexico/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 40, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "经济能力临时居民签", "en": "Temporary Resident Visa by economic solvency" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "mx-temporary", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mx-temporary-mexico/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mx-temporary-mexico/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/mexico/mx-temporary-mexico/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "临时居民", "en": "Temporary Resident" }, "routeName": { "zh": "经济能力证明", "en": "Economic solvency route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "Common first landing route for people with savings, foreign income, or assets.", "requirements": [ "Completed visa application, passport, photo, legal-status proof if applying outside country of nationality, and economic-solvency evidence.", "Employment-income route requires employer letter confirming remote-work plans in the Orlando consulate checklist.", "Consulate-specific.", "Orlando 2024 checklist: either minimum monthly balance USD 73,215 for previous 12 months or employment/pension income USD 4,393/month for previous 6 months.", "Thresholds vary by consulate/year." ], "sourceName": "Mexico official source", "sourceUrl": "https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/orlando/images/pdfs/Temporary_Resident_Visa_Economic_Solvency24.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "mx-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mx-work-mexico/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mx-work-mexico/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/mexico/mx-work-mexico/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作许可居留", "en": "Residence with work permission" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地雇主发起", "en": "Local employer sponsorship" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Requires a Mexican employer to initiate authorization.", "requirements": [ "If applicant has a job offer from a Mexican employer, the employer requests work authorisation from Mexico's National Migration Institute (INM).", "Once approved, applicant applies for visa at consulate.", "Temporary residents already in Mexico can apply for work permission.", "No single income threshold for employer-sponsored work route in the source checked; economic solvency applies to some non-work temporary resident cases, not necessarily employer-sponsored employment after INM approval." ], "sourceName": "Mexico official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-mexico", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "mx-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mx-student-mexico/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mx-student-mexico/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/mexico/mx-student-mexico/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生临时居民", "en": "Student temporary resident" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For Spanish, university, or long study programs.", "requirements": [ "Acceptance/enrolment letter from Mexican educational institution; passport; visa application/interview; photograph and consulate-specific documents.", "Economic solvency/proof of means usually required; exact thresholds vary by consulate and change with minimum wage/UMA calculations." ], "sourceName": "Mexico official source", "sourceUrl": "https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/reinounido/index.php/es/contenido/98-student-visitor-carnet-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "mexico-remote-temporary-resident-visa-via-economic-solvency-used-by-some-remote-worker", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mexico-remote-temporary-resident-visa-via-economic-solvency-used-by-some-remote-worker-mexico/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mexico-remote-temporary-resident-visa-via-economic-solvency-used-by-some-remote-worker-mexico/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/mexico/mexico-remote-temporary-resident-visa-via-economic-solvency-used-by-some-remote-worker-mexico/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Temporary Resident Visa via economic solvency (used by some remote workers)", "routeName": "Temporary Resident Visa via economic solvency (used by some remote workers)", "timeline": "Temporary resident visa leads to temporary resident card process after arrival; exact validity/renewal not audited in this batch.", "summary": "Completed visa application, passport, photo, legal-status proof if applying outside country of nationality, and economic-solvency evidence. Employment-income route requires employer letter confirming remote-work plans in the Orlando consulate checklist.", "requirements": [ "Completed visa application, passport, photo, legal-status proof if applying outside country of nationality, and economic-solvency evidence.", "Employment-income route requires employer letter confirming remote-work plans in the Orlando consulate checklist.", "Consulate-specific.", "Orlando 2024 checklist: either minimum monthly balance USD 73,215 for previous 12 months or employment/pension income USD 4,393/month for previous 6 months.", "Thresholds vary by consulate/year." ], "sourceName": "Mexico official source", "sourceUrl": "https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/orlando/images/pdfs/Temporary_Resident_Visa_Economic_Solvency24.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "mexico-study-temporary-resident-visa-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mexico-study-temporary-resident-visa-student-mexico/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mexico-study-temporary-resident-visa-student-mexico/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/mexico/mexico-study-temporary-resident-visa-student-mexico/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Temporary Resident Visa: Student", "routeName": "Temporary Resident Visa: Student", "timeline": "Entry visa generally exchanged for Temporary Resident Card in Mexico within 30 days; card validity linked to authorised study period.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Acceptance/enrolment letter from Mexican educational institution; passport; visa application/interview; photograph and consulate-specific documents.", "Economic solvency/proof of means usually required; exact thresholds vary by consulate and change with minimum wage/UMA calculations." ], "sourceName": "Mexico official source", "sourceUrl": "https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/reinounido/index.php/es/contenido/98-student-visitor-carnet-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "mexico-skilled-temporary-resident-visa-with-work-permit-inm-work-authorisation", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mexico-skilled-temporary-resident-visa-with-work-permit-inm-work-authorisation-mexico/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mexico-skilled-temporary-resident-visa-with-work-permit-inm-work-authorisation-mexico/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/mexico/mexico-skilled-temporary-resident-visa-with-work-permit-inm-work-authorisation-mexico/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Temporary Resident Visa with work permit / INM work authorisation", "routeName": "Temporary Resident Visa with work permit / INM work authorisation", "timeline": "Temporary residence is generally for stays over 180 days and up to four years, but work authorisation is tied to employer/approval.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "If applicant has a job offer from a Mexican employer, the employer requests work authorisation from Mexico's National Migration Institute (INM).", "Once approved, applicant applies for visa at consulate.", "Temporary residents already in Mexico can apply for work permission.", "No single income threshold for employer-sponsored work route in the source checked; economic solvency applies to some non-work temporary resident cases, not necessarily employer-sponsored employment after INM approval." ], "sourceName": "Mexico official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-mexico", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "mexico-investment-temporary-resident-visa-for-investors-in-mexican-companies-economic-solv", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mexico-investment-temporary-resident-visa-for-investors-in-mexican-companies-economic-solv-mexico/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mexico-investment-temporary-resident-visa-for-investors-in-mexican-companies-economic-solv-mexico/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/mexico/mexico-investment-temporary-resident-visa-for-investors-in-mexican-companies-economic-solv-mexico/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Temporary Resident Visa for investors in Mexican companies / economic solvency", "routeName": "Temporary Resident Visa for investors in Mexican companies / economic solvency", "timeline": "Consular visa valid up to 180 days for entry; temporary resident card usually issued after arrival and renewed under INM rules.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Single-entry consular visa; applicant enters Mexico and exchanges it for a Temporary Resident Card within 30 days.", "Investor route usually requires proof of participation/investment in a Mexican company and company documents, or economic-solvency evidence depending on consulate.", "Thresholds vary by consulate and are linked to UMA/minimum-wage formulas; official UK consulate investor page exists but may be CAPTCHA-protected.", "Economic-solvency pages provide consulate-specific figures." ], "sourceName": "Mexico official source", "sourceUrl": "https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/reinounido/index.php/es/contenido/96-rentista-visitor-carnet-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "mexico-longTerm-temporary-resident-visa-via-economic-solvency-permanent-residence-via-ec", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mexico-longterm-temporary-resident-visa-via-economic-solvency-permanent-residence-via-ec-mexico/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/mexico/mexico-longterm-temporary-resident-visa-via-economic-solvency-permanent-residence-via-ec-mexico/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/mexico/mexico-longterm-temporary-resident-visa-via-economic-solvency-permanent-residence-via-ec-mexico/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Temporary Resident Visa via economic solvency / Permanent Residence via economic solvency", "routeName": "Temporary Resident Visa via economic solvency / Permanent Residence via economic solvency", "timeline": "Temporary residence normally issued initially for 1 year then renewable up to 4 years; permanent route for qualifying applicants.", "summary": "Economic-solvency residence route exists; not a dedicated retirement/digital nomad visa.", "requirements": [ "Consular visa application; passport/photo; legal status where applying; proof of savings/investments or monthly income; consular interview; exchange visa for residence card after entry.", "Thresholds vary by consulate and exchange-rate/UMA calculation.", "Example official Orlando checklist previously cited USD 73,215 savings or USD 4,393 monthly income for temporary residence; UK consulate has separate permanent-residence economic-solvency page." ], "sourceName": "Mexico official source", "sourceUrl": "https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/orlando/images/pdfs/Temporary_Resident_Visa_Economic_Solvency24.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Morocco", "countryZh": "摩洛哥", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/morocco/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/morocco/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/morocco/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 44, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "长期居留卡 / 工作或自雇", "en": "Residence card / work or self-employment" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ma-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/morocco/ma-student-morocco/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/morocco/ma-student-morocco/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/morocco/ma-student-morocco/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留卡", "en": "Student residence card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 居留卡", "en": "School admission + residence card" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For French/Arabic, university, or exchange programs.", "requirements": [ "Be enrolled in recognised education or study in Morocco and provide the institution and programme evidence required for the residence application.", "Apply for the appropriate entry visa when the nationality requires one, then request the foreigner's registration card with the student purpose recorded where applicable.", "Provide a valid passport, proof of study, sufficient means of subsistence, accommodation, photographs, medical or criminal-record documents, and the translations or legalisation required for foreign documents.", "Renew the registration card before expiry and keep the actual stay and activity consistent with the student purpose." ], "sourceName": "Morocco Ministry of Justice, foreigner entry and residence law", "sourceUrl": "https://adala.justice.gov.ma/api/uploads/2024/04/30/Entr%C3%A9e%20et%20au%20s%C3%A9jour%20des%20%C3%A9trangers%20au%20Maroc-1714463632505.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "ma-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/morocco/ma-work-morocco/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/morocco/ma-work-morocco/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/morocco/ma-work-morocco/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作居留", "en": "Work residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主合同 + 工作许可", "en": "Employer contract + work authorization" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "Needs a local employer and labour approval.", "requirements": [ "Secure a Moroccan employer and an employment contract for the proposed role before relying on the work-residence process.", "Have the employer submit the foreign-worker contract through the TAECHIR process and obtain the Ministry of Employment approval or work-contract visa required for the case.", "Provide qualification and experience evidence, passport, residence and accommodation documents, photographs, criminal-record and medical evidence, and any ANAPEC certificate showing the labour-market position.", "Obtain the registration card mentioning the authorised professional activity and work only within the approved employer, role, and conditions." ], "sourceName": "Morocco PME / Moroccan public-business administration guide", "sourceUrl": "https://marocpme.gov.ma/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/AMDIE_Guide-des-affaires-au-Maroc_2020.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "ma-business", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/morocco/ma-business-morocco/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/morocco/ma-business-morocco/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/morocco/ma-business-morocco/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "商业/自雇居留", "en": "Business or self-employed residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "公司/商业活动", "en": "Company or business activity" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For people with a real business plan and local address.", "requirements": [ "Define a genuine Moroccan business, investment, or self-employed activity and collect the company, commercial, tax, address, and funding evidence that matches the proposed activity.", "Choose the correct entry and residence basis with the Moroccan administration; a visitor card is only appropriate where the applicant can live from independent resources and undertakes not to perform work requiring authorisation.", "Provide passport, lawful-entry or stay-visa evidence where required, accommodation, photographs, criminal-record and medical documents, proof of means, and documents establishing the nature of the business activity.", "Do not start regulated or paid activity until the relevant authorisation is granted and recorded on the residence documentation." ], "sourceName": "Morocco Ministry of Justice, foreigner entry and residence law", "sourceUrl": "https://adala.justice.gov.ma/api/uploads/2024/04/30/Entr%C3%A9e%20et%20au%20s%C3%A9jour%20des%20%C3%A9trangers%20au%20Maroc-1714463632505.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" } ] }, { "country": "Netherlands", "countryZh": "荷兰", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/netherlands/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 64, "label": { "zh": "较难", "en": "Hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生 / 高技能移民担保", "en": "Student / highly skilled migrant sponsorship" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "nl-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/nl-student-netherlands/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/nl-student-netherlands/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/netherlands/nl-student-netherlands/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "认可学校担保", "en": "Recognised sponsor institution" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Good for higher education; the institution usually sponsors.", "requirements": [ "Acceptance into a full-time programme at an educational institution recognised by the IND as a sponsor.", "Proof of sufficient living funds for 12 months; for higher education the 2026 study norm is €1,130.77 per month, excluding tuition.", "Valid passport, required insurance, and the general residence conditions including public-order and TB rules where applicable.", "The recognised educational institution applies for the residence permit and MVV where required." ], "sourceName": "Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service", "sourceUrl": "https://ind.nl/en/residence-permits/study", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "nl-hsm", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/nl-hsm-netherlands/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/nl-hsm-netherlands/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/netherlands/nl-hsm-netherlands/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "高技能移民", "en": "Highly skilled migrant" }, "routeName": { "zh": "认可雇主担保", "en": "Recognised employer sponsorship" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For high-salary skilled roles with a recognised sponsor employer; salary thresholds and income tables are updated periodically.", "requirements": [ "An employment contract with a Dutch employer or research institution recognised by the IND as a sponsor.", "Salary must meet the current highly skilled migrant income requirement and be in line with the market rate.", "Valid passport, general residence requirements, and legalised/translated foreign documents where requested.", "The recognised employer applies for the MVV and residence permit together where required." ], "sourceName": "Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service", "sourceUrl": "https://ind.nl/en/residence-permits/work/highly-skilled-migrant", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "nl-startup", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/nl-startup-netherlands/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/nl-startup-netherlands/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/netherlands/nl-startup-netherlands/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "创业/自雇", "en": "Startup or self-employed" }, "routeName": { "zh": "创新项目/自雇评分", "en": "Innovative startup or self-employed scoring" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For genuine founders; requirements are higher than ordinary remote work.", "requirements": [ "Work with a reliable Dutch facilitator under a signed agreement; the facilitator must have experience mentoring innovative start-ups and meet the IND/RVO conditions.", "Show that the business is innovative, for example through a new Dutch product or service, new technology, or a new organisational method.", "Play an active role in the business rather than being only a shareholder or financier, and submit a step-by-step plan covering the organisation, product, goals, and launch activities.", "Meet the income requirement, register the applicant and facilitator with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce where required, and provide legalised or translated documents." ], "sourceName": "Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service", "sourceUrl": "https://ind.nl/en/residence-permits/work/start-up", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "netherlands-investment-residence-permit-for-foreign-startups-self-employed-residence-permit", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/netherlands-investment-residence-permit-for-foreign-startups-self-employed-residence-permit-netherlands/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/netherlands-investment-residence-permit-for-foreign-startups-self-employed-residence-permit-netherlands/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/netherlands/netherlands-investment-residence-permit-for-foreign-startups-self-employed-residence-permit-netherlands/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Residence permit for foreign startups / self-employed residence permit", "routeName": "Residence permit for foreign startups / self-employed residence permit", "timeline": "Startup permit maximum 1 year; transition to self-employed route possible.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Startup permit allows a maximum 1-year stay to work as an entrepreneur; requires cooperation with an experienced facilitator/mentor and innovative business.", "At the end of year 1, applicant may apply for self-employed residence or another permit if conditions are met." ], "sourceName": "Netherlands official source", "sourceUrl": "https://business.gov.nl/coming-to-the-netherlands/permits-and-visa/residence-permit-for-foreign-startups/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "netherlands-longTerm-economically-inactive-long-term-eu-resident-route-only-not-a-general-thi", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/netherlands-longterm-economically-inactive-long-term-eu-resident-route-only-not-a-general-thi-netherlands/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/netherlands/netherlands-longterm-economically-inactive-long-term-eu-resident-route-only-not-a-general-thi-netherlands/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/netherlands/netherlands-longterm-economically-inactive-long-term-eu-resident-route-only-not-a-general-thi-netherlands/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Economically inactive long-term EU resident route only; not a general third-country retirement visa", "routeName": "Economically inactive long-term EU resident route only; not a general third-country retirement visa", "timeline": "Depends on IND residence permit type.", "summary": "Adjacent route, not a general passive-income visa", "requirements": [ "IND has a residence permit for economically inactive long-term EU residents, meaning it is for people who already have EU long-term resident status in another EU country.", "General Dutch residence requires a specific purpose of stay.", "Must have independent, sustainable and sufficient income where income rules apply; no general passive-income visa amount identified." ], "sourceName": "Netherlands official source", "sourceUrl": "https://ind.nl/en/residence-permits/long-term-eu-residency/residence-permit-economically-inactive-long-term-eu-resident", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "New Zealand", "countryZh": "新西兰", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/new-zealand/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 50, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生签 / 技术移民", "en": "Student visa / skilled migration" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "nz-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/nz-student-new-zealand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/nz-student-new-zealand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/new-zealand/nz-student-new-zealand/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签证", "en": "Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "录取 + 资金证明", "en": "Admission + proof of funds" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Study first, then assess post-study work and skilled residence; from November 2026 some graduates gain a new 6-month Short-term Graduate Work Visa and some Level 7 graduate diplomas can qualify for Post Study Work Visa.", "requirements": [ "Offer of place/enrolment with approved education provider; pay or show ability to pay tuition; meet health/character and application requirements.", "For tertiary/English/non-compulsory study: NZD 20,000 per year or NZD 1,667 per month if shorter than one year; compulsory education: NZD 17,000 per year or NZD 1,417 per month." ], "sourceName": "New Zealand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/fee-paying-student-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "nz-aewv", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/nz-aewv-new-zealand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/nz-aewv-new-zealand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/new-zealand/nz-aewv-new-zealand/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "认可雇主工签", "en": "Accredited Employer Work Visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "认可雇主 offer", "en": "Accredited employer offer" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "Needs an accredited employer and role fit; the new short graduate route can act as a bridge for finding an AEWV employer.", "requirements": [ "The AEWV requires a job with an accredited employer and meeting AEWV job-skill requirements.", "Applicant must have either 2 years or more relevant work experience or a level 4+ NZQCF qualification, unless route-specific exceptions apply.", "Employer must be accredited; job check/occupation/wage and skill rules apply; some roles have English requirements." ], "sourceName": "New Zealand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/accredited-employer-work-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "nz-smc", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/nz-smc-new-zealand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/nz-smc-new-zealand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/new-zealand/nz-smc-new-zealand/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "技术移民居留", "en": "Skilled Migrant Category" }, "routeName": { "zh": "技能/工资/注册职业", "en": "Skills, salary, and registration route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "6-18 个月", "en": "6-18 months" }, "summary": "For people who can meet skill, salary, registration, or New Zealand work-experience thresholds; after August 2026 check updated Skilled Migrant and work-to-residence details.", "requirements": [ "Be aged 55 or younger when applying.", "Have a full-time skilled job or job offer from an accredited employer and claim at least six skilled-resident points.", "Meet the English, health, character, and genuine-family-relationship requirements where applicable.", "Submit an Expression of Interest first, then provide evidence of the claimed points and job after invitation to apply." ], "sourceName": "Immigration New Zealand", "sourceUrl": "https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/skilled-migrant-category-resident-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "new-zealand-remote-visitor-visa-remote-work-condition", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-remote-visitor-visa-remote-work-condition-new-zealand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-remote-visitor-visa-remote-work-condition-new-zealand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-remote-visitor-visa-remote-work-condition-new-zealand/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Visitor visa remote-work condition", "routeName": "Visitor visa remote-work condition", "timeline": "Depends on visitor visa/NZeTA conditions; policy applies while holding visitor status.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "All visitor visas applied for on or after 27 Jan 2025 allow remote work for an overseas business/client; self-employed digital nomads can work for clients outside New Zealand.", "No dedicated digital-nomad income threshold; visitor visa funds/entry requirements apply." ], "sourceName": "New Zealand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visit/checking-or-changing-the-conditions-of-your-visitor-visa-or-nzeta/working-remotely-in-new-zealand-on-a-visitor-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "new-zealand-study-fee-paying-student-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-study-fee-paying-student-visa-new-zealand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-study-fee-paying-student-visa-new-zealand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-study-fee-paying-student-visa-new-zealand/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Fee Paying Student Visa", "routeName": "Fee Paying Student Visa", "timeline": "Study full-time up to 4 years on Fee Paying Student Visa.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Offer of place/enrolment with approved education provider; pay or show ability to pay tuition; meet health/character and application requirements.", "For tertiary/English/non-compulsory study: NZD 20,000 per year or NZD 1,667 per month if shorter than one year; compulsory education: NZD 17,000 per year or NZD 1,417 per month." ], "sourceName": "New Zealand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/fee-paying-student-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "new-zealand-skilled-accredited-employer-work-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-skilled-accredited-employer-work-visa-new-zealand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-skilled-accredited-employer-work-visa-new-zealand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-skilled-accredited-employer-work-visa-new-zealand/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Accredited Employer Work Visa", "routeName": "Accredited Employer Work Visa", "timeline": "Temporary work visa tied to accredited employer/job; duration depends on role/pay/settings and may lead to residence pathways.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "The AEWV requires a job with an accredited employer and meeting AEWV job-skill requirements.", "Applicant must have either 2 years or more relevant work experience or a level 4+ NZQCF qualification, unless route-specific exceptions apply.", "Employer must be accredited; job check/occupation/wage and skill rules apply; some roles have English requirements." ], "sourceName": "New Zealand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/accredited-employer-work-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "new-zealand-investment-business-investor-work-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-investment-business-investor-work-visa-new-zealand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-investment-business-investor-work-visa-new-zealand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-investment-business-investor-work-visa-new-zealand/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Business Investor Work Visa", "routeName": "Business Investor Work Visa", "timeline": "Business Investor Work Visa up to 4 years; one renewal up to 2 years may be available.", "summary": "Original route needs major update to new Business Investor route.", "requirements": [ "Business Investor Work Visa: invest at least NZD $1m in an established business; show at least NZD $500k reserve funds; age 55 or younger; business experience; English; fit and proper; health/character; actively run the business.", "Standard pathway requires NZD $1m and may lead to residence after 3 years; fast-track requires NZD $2m and may lead after 12 months.", "Entrepreneur Work Visa guide says entrepreneur category is closed to new applicants, with forms for renewals/changes.", "NZD $1m standard investment or NZD $2m fast-track; NZD $500k reserve funds.", "Historical Entrepreneur Work Visa had NZD $100k, but closed to new applicants." ], "sourceName": "New Zealand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/business-investor-work-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "new-zealand-longTerm-temporary-retirement-visitor-visa-parent-retirement-resident-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-longterm-temporary-retirement-visitor-visa-parent-retirement-resident-visa-new-zealand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-longterm-temporary-retirement-visitor-visa-parent-retirement-resident-visa-new-zealand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/new-zealand/new-zealand-longterm-temporary-retirement-visitor-visa-parent-retirement-resident-visa-new-zealand/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Temporary Retirement Visitor Visa; Parent Retirement Resident Visa", "routeName": "Temporary Retirement Visitor Visa; Parent Retirement Resident Visa", "timeline": "Temporary Retirement is a visitor visa category; Parent Retirement is residence.", "summary": "Dedicated retirement routes exist with clear thresholds.", "requirements": [ "Temporary Retirement Visitor Visa: age 66+, invest at least NZD 750,000 in New Zealand, have NZD 500,000 for stay, annual income at least NZD 60,000, plus other requirements.", "Parent Retirement Resident Visa: adult child in NZ who is citizen/resident, no dependent children, at least NZD 1 million to invest for 4 years, NZD 500,000 settlement funds, annual income at least NZD 60,000, lawful funds.", "Temporary Retirement: NZD 750,000 investment + NZD 500,000 funds + NZD 60,000 annual income.", "Parent Retirement: NZD 1,000,000 investment + NZD 500,000 settlement funds + NZD 60,000 annual income." ], "sourceName": "New Zealand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/temporary-retirement-visitor-visa/", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Norway", "countryZh": "挪威", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/norway/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/norway/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/norway/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 62, "label": { "zh": "较难", "en": "Hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生 / 技术工人居留", "en": "Student / skilled worker residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "no-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/norway/no-student-norway/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/norway/no-student-norway/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/norway/no-student-norway/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学习许可", "en": "Study permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 资金证明", "en": "Admission + proof of funds" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For people with enough budget for Nordic costs.", "requirements": [ "Be admitted to an approved full-time university, university-college, vocational, or other eligible study programme in Norway.", "Pay the application fee and show funds of at least NOK 15,488 per month or NOK 170,368 for the academic year for university or university-college study, plus tuition where applicable.", "Have somewhere to live and provide the admission, passport, financial, and other documents required by UDI; the authorities must also consider return circumstances after study.", "Apply for the residence permit for studies if the programme lasts more than three months and complete the required identity and biometrics process." ], "sourceName": "Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI)", "sourceUrl": "https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/studies/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "no-skilled", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/norway/no-skilled-norway/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/norway/no-skilled-norway/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/norway/no-skilled-norway/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "技术工人居留", "en": "Skilled worker residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主 offer + 资格匹配", "en": "Employer offer + qualification fit" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For applicants with qualifications, skills, and an employer.", "requirements": [ "Have completed relevant vocational training, higher education, or demonstrate special qualifications built through substantial work experience.", "Hold a concrete full-time job offer from one specific Norwegian employer, with the position requiring the applicant's skilled-worker qualifications.", "Meet Norwegian pay and working-condition standards and provide the employer confirmation code or other employer evidence required for an application from abroad.", "Submit passport, qualification, employment, and any regulated-profession authorisation documents, then complete the residence and biometrics process." ], "sourceName": "Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI)", "sourceUrl": "https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/work-immigration/skilled-workers/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "no-self-employed", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/norway/no-self-employed-norway/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/norway/no-self-employed-norway/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/norway/no-self-employed-norway/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "自雇居留", "en": "Self-employed residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "挪威商业活动", "en": "Norwegian business activity" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For genuine Norway-based business activity; ordinary remote work is different.", "requirements": [ "Be a skilled worker whose qualifications are relevant to the proposed assignment or business activity.", "For the established-business route, operate a genuine business abroad, normally as a sole proprietorship, and hold a contract to carry out an assignment for a Norwegian business.", "Ensure the Norwegian client has a registered business address, the remuneration is not below normal Norwegian levels, and any regulated work has the required authorisation.", "Provide the assignment contract, business registration, qualification evidence, passport, and the other UDI documents, then complete identity and biometrics requirements." ], "sourceName": "Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI)", "sourceUrl": "https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/work-immigration/skilled-workers/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "norway-investment-residence-permit-as-skilled-worker-with-own-sole-proprietorship", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/norway/norway-investment-residence-permit-as-skilled-worker-with-own-sole-proprietorship-norway/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/norway/norway-investment-residence-permit-as-skilled-worker-with-own-sole-proprietorship-norway/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/norway/norway-investment-residence-permit-as-skilled-worker-with-own-sole-proprietorship-norway/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Residence permit as skilled worker with own sole proprietorship", "routeName": "Residence permit as skilled worker with own sole proprietorship", "timeline": "Can be granted up to two years at a time; up to six years for this permit type, then cooling-off may apply.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "UDI says skilled workers normally need a job offer or own business.", "For own business, it must normally be applicant's own sole proprietorship; applicant must actively participate; business must require applicant's skilled qualifications; cannot be a limited company; applicant can only work in this business and cannot take other work, including remote work." ], "sourceName": "Norway official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/work-immigration/skilled-workers/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Oman", "countryZh": "阿曼", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/oman/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/oman/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/oman/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 62, "label": { "zh": "较难", "en": "Hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "雇主担保工作居留", "en": "Employer-sponsored work residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "om-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/oman/om-work-oman/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/oman/om-work-oman/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/oman/om-work-oman/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作居留", "en": "Employment residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主担保", "en": "Employer sponsorship" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "Main route is local employer sponsorship, best with an offer.", "requirements": [ "Have an Omani employer willing to sponsor the employment and submit the work-visa request under its responsibility.", "Obtain the Ministry of Labour work permit for the job and ensure the profession on the permit matches the visa application.", "Provide a passport copy, personal photograph, work permit, medical examination, and any occupation-specific approvals requested by the authorities.", "Meet the current eligibility conditions, including the minimum age requirement and any nationality, profession, Omanisation, or quota rules that apply to the employer." ], "sourceName": "Oman Government / Royal Oman Police", "sourceUrl": "https://gov.om/en/w/get-a-work-visa", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "om-investor", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/oman/om-investor-oman/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/oman/om-investor-oman/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/oman/om-investor-oman/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "投资者居留", "en": "Investor residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "商业/投资活动", "en": "Business or investment activity" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For applicants with clear funds and business plan.", "requirements": [ "Choose a qualifying Golden Residency investment route, such as establishing or investing in a company, owning qualifying property, holding bonds or shares, making an eligible deposit, or creating jobs.", "Meet the current investment threshold and route-specific conditions; Invest Oman currently describes a minimum capital threshold of OMR 200,000 for the Golden Residency programme.", "Prepare proof of funds and ownership or investment, company and licensing documents where relevant, passport and identity documents, and any health, police, or authority clearances requested.", "Submit through the official investment and residency channels and keep the underlying investment compliant for the duration of the permit." ], "sourceName": "Invest Oman", "sourceUrl": "https://investoman.om/media-center/blog/invest-in-oman-news-1/oman-steps-into-the-global-spotlight-with-launch-of-10-year-golden-residency-12", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "om-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/oman/om-student-oman/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/oman/om-student-oman/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/oman/om-student-oman/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For university or long study programs.", "requirements": [ "Receive admission or enrolment confirmation from a licensed Omani higher-education or training institution.", "Have the institution submit or support the student-visa application and provide the required approval or covering letter.", "Provide a passport valid for at least twelve months, a personal photograph, enrolment evidence, and the required fees and supporting documents.", "Complete the Royal Oman Police residence-card process after entry and keep the residence tied to the approved course and institution." ], "sourceName": "Study in Oman / Oman Ministry of Higher Education", "sourceUrl": "https://studyinoman.moheri.gov.om/en-us/Why-Oman/Study-Visa", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" } ] }, { "country": "Peru", "countryZh": "秘鲁", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/peru/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 46, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "租金/工作/学生居留", "en": "Rentista / work / student residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "pe-rentista", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/pe-rentista-peru/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/pe-rentista-peru/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/peru/pe-rentista-peru/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "Rentista 居留", "en": "Rentista residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "稳定境外收入", "en": "Stable foreign income" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For passive or stable foreign income.", "requirements": [ "Be outside Peru when applying for the resident rentista migratory status, unless the current procedure provides another filing option.", "Receive a retirement pension or permanent income from a Peruvian or foreign source and provide evidence of that continuing income.", "Have no police, criminal, or judicial records in the country of origin or in countries where the applicant previously lived before entering Peru.", "Submit the completed migratory-status application, valid passport copy, income and background evidence, and any current consular or Migraciones documents requested for the case." ], "sourceName": "Peru National Superintendence of Migration", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gob.pe/institucion/migraciones/pages/12875-solicitar-calidad-migratoria-para-rentista-residente", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "pe-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/pe-work-peru/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/pe-work-peru/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/peru/pe-work-peru/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作居留", "en": "Work residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地合同", "en": "Local employment contract" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "Needs a local employer and contract.", "requirements": [ "Have a Peruvian employer and an employment contract or other qualifying basis for resident-worker status.", "Coordinate the resident-worker visa application through the contracting company and the Peruvian consulate or Migraciones procedure applicable to the applicant's location.", "Prepare the DGC-005 application form, valid identity document, passport with at least six months validity and blank pages, photographs, contract or employer evidence, and criminal-record documents where required." ], "sourceName": "Peru Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Migraciones", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gob.pe/113018-solicitar-visa-de-trabajador-residente-para-su-ingreso-al-peru?child=113019", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "pe-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/pe-student-peru/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/pe-student-peru/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/peru/pe-student-peru/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For Spanish or university study.", "requirements": [ "Be accepted by a recognised Peruvian educational or training institution for the proposed programme.", "Apply for the student or training visa through the Peruvian consulate responsible for the applicant's region, using the study category that matches the programme.", "Provide admission or enrolment evidence, passport and identity documents, photographs, funds, and any medical, criminal-record, legalisation, or translation documents in the current consulate checklist.", "Keep the migratory status tied to the approved course; student status is not a general work or digital-nomad permission." ], "sourceName": "Peru Ministry of Foreign Affairs", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gob.pe/es/114418-solicitar-visa-de-estudiante-o-de-formacion-para-ingresar-al-peru", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "peru-remote-n-mada-digital-migration-status-digital-nomad-residence-category", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/peru-remote-n-mada-digital-migration-status-digital-nomad-residence-category-peru/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/peru-remote-n-mada-digital-migration-status-digital-nomad-residence-category-peru/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/peru/peru-remote-n-mada-digital-migration-status-digital-nomad-residence-category-peru/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Nómada digital migration status / digital nomad residence category", "routeName": "Nómada digital migration status / digital nomad residence category", "timeline": "Designed for foreigners who want to spend time in Peru while working remotely for foreign companies; exact visa/residence duration and operational application process need verification.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Peru's official Migraciones announcement says the digital nomad migratory status was incorporated into migration law and is aimed at foreigners working remotely for companies domiciled outside Peru.", "No official income threshold located in the public official announcement; avoid hardcoding a salary threshold until current implementing rules/TUPA checklist is captured." ], "sourceName": "Peru official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gob.pe/institucion/migraciones/noticias/868954-nueva-calidad-migratoria-nomada-digital-facilitara-a-extranjeros-teletrabajar-desde-el-peru", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "peru-longTerm-resident-rentista-migration-status-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/peru-longterm-resident-rentista-migration-status-visa-peru/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/peru/peru-longterm-resident-rentista-migration-status-visa-peru/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/peru/peru-longterm-resident-rentista-migration-status-visa-peru/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Resident Rentista migration status / visa", "routeName": "Resident Rentista migration status / visa", "timeline": "Resident status; change/extension procedures use Migraciones digital agency; 30 business day processing cited on page.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Gob.pe lists rentista residente: applicant must be outside Peru, have no police/criminal/judicial records, and receive a retirement pension or permanent income from Peruvian or foreign source.", "Requires application form, passport, background documents; foreign-source income proof and sworn declaration of transfer through SBS-supervised bank/financial entity.", "Foreign-source permanent net income minimum USD 1,000/month." ], "sourceName": "Peru official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gob.pe/12875-solicitar-visa-de-calidad-migratoria-rentista-residente", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Philippines", "countryZh": "菲律宾", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/philippines/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 50, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生 / 工作许可 / 特殊居留", "en": "Student / work permit / special residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ph-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/ph-student-philippines/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/ph-student-philippines/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/philippines/ph-student-philippines/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "9(f) 学生签", "en": "9(f) Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For English study, university, or training.", "requirements": [ "Foreign nationals at least 18 years old taking a course higher than high school at a university, seminary or college; submit BI checklist/application and school/acceptance documents.", "Financial/medical/police requirements may appear in BI checklist or embassy-specific process; not fully visible in accessible snippet." ], "sourceName": "Philippines official source", "sourceUrl": "https://immigration.gov.ph/student-visa-9f/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ph-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/ph-work-philippines/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/ph-work-philippines/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/philippines/ph-work-philippines/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "9(g) 工作签", "en": "9(g) Pre-arranged employment" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地雇主担保", "en": "Local employer sponsorship" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "Needs employer, labour documents, and immigration process.", "requirements": [ "Foreign national with pre-arranged employment applies through the Bureau of Immigration process; employer/company in the Philippines files the pre-arranged employment application; process includes fees/receipt, hearing, image/fingerprint capture and ACR I-Card implementation after approval.", "No single public income threshold in the official BI page checked.", "Usually requires employer sponsorship and relevant labour/immigration clearances." ], "sourceName": "Philippines official source", "sourceUrl": "https://immigration.gov.ph/pre-4-arranged-employment-visa-9g/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ph-special", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/ph-special-philippines/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/ph-special-philippines/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/philippines/ph-special-philippines/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "特殊居留", "en": "Special residence route" }, "routeName": { "zh": "退休/投资/配额类", "en": "Retirement, investment, or quota categories" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-9 个月", "en": "3-9 months" }, "summary": "For funds-based long stays, though ordinary employment may not be allowed.", "requirements": [ "PRA SRRV is a special non-immigrant retiree visa.", "Requirements vary by SRRV option; SRRV Classic requires visa deposit by age/pensioner status plus proof of lifetime pension if applying as pensioner, application forms, passport, medical/police clearances, photos and fees.", "SRRV Classic examples: pensioner deposit USD 15,000 (50+) or USD 25,000 (40–49); non-pensioner USD 30,000 (50+) or USD 50,000 (40–49).", "Lifetime pension proof at least USD 800/month single or USD 1,000/month with dependants." ], "sourceName": "Philippines official source", "sourceUrl": "https://pra.gov.ph/srrvisa", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "philippines-remote-digital-nomad-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/philippines-remote-digital-nomad-visa-philippines/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/philippines-remote-digital-nomad-visa-philippines/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/philippines/philippines-remote-digital-nomad-visa-philippines/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Digital Nomad Visa", "routeName": "Digital Nomad Visa", "timeline": "Reported as valid up to 1 year, renewable; operational status/application process should be verified.", "summary": "Keep as digital nomad route but mark status as evolving until official DFA/BI application page is found.", "requirements": [ "Executive-order framework reported by primary professional sources: applicant must be at least 18, prove remote work using digital technology, show sufficient income from outside the Philippines, have a clean criminal record and valid health insurance, not work for a Philippine employer, and not pose a security threat." ], "sourceName": "Philippines official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "philippines-study-student-visa-9-f", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/philippines-study-student-visa-9-f-philippines/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/philippines-study-student-visa-9-f-philippines/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/philippines/philippines-study-student-visa-9-f-philippines/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Student Visa 9(f)", "routeName": "Student Visa 9(f)", "timeline": "Tied to course/approved stay; renew/extend according to BI rules.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Foreign nationals at least 18 years old taking a course higher than high school at a university, seminary or college; submit BI checklist/application and school/acceptance documents.", "Financial/medical/police requirements may appear in BI checklist or embassy-specific process; not fully visible in accessible snippet." ], "sourceName": "Philippines official source", "sourceUrl": "https://immigration.gov.ph/student-visa-9f/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "philippines-skilled-9-g-pre-arranged-employment-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/philippines-skilled-9-g-pre-arranged-employment-visa-philippines/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/philippines-skilled-9-g-pre-arranged-employment-visa-philippines/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/philippines/philippines-skilled-9-g-pre-arranged-employment-visa-philippines/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "9(g) Pre-arranged Employment Visa", "routeName": "9(g) Pre-arranged Employment Visa", "timeline": "Validity generally corresponds to employment/BI approval; tied to Philippine employer and employment purpose.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Foreign national with pre-arranged employment applies through the Bureau of Immigration process; employer/company in the Philippines files the pre-arranged employment application; process includes fees/receipt, hearing, image/fingerprint capture and ACR I-Card implementation after approval.", "No single public income threshold in the official BI page checked.", "Usually requires employer sponsorship and relevant labour/immigration clearances." ], "sourceName": "Philippines official source", "sourceUrl": "https://immigration.gov.ph/pre-4-arranged-employment-visa-9g/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "philippines-investment-special-visa-for-employment-generation-sveg", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/philippines-investment-special-visa-for-employment-generation-sveg-philippines/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/philippines-investment-special-visa-for-employment-generation-sveg-philippines/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/philippines/philippines-investment-special-visa-for-employment-generation-sveg-philippines/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Special Visa for Employment Generation (SVEG)", "routeName": "Special Visa for Employment Generation (SVEG)", "timeline": "Special visa; BI procedure applies.", "summary": "Use SVEG for entrepreneur-style route; optionally add SIRV separately if official BOI source is verified.", "requirements": [ "Bureau of Immigration states SVEG is for a qualified non-immigrant foreigner who will actually employ at least 10 Filipinos in a lawful and sustainable enterprise, trade or industry." ], "sourceName": "Philippines official source", "sourceUrl": "https://immigration.gov.ph/visas/special-visa-for-employment-generation/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "philippines-longTerm-special-resident-retiree-s-visa-srrv", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/philippines-longterm-special-resident-retiree-s-visa-srrv-philippines/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/philippines/philippines-longterm-special-resident-retiree-s-visa-srrv-philippines/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/philippines/philippines-longterm-special-resident-retiree-s-visa-srrv-philippines/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV)", "routeName": "Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV)", "timeline": "Special resident visa; ongoing reporting/fees as PRA requires.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "PRA SRRV is a special non-immigrant retiree visa.", "Requirements vary by SRRV option; SRRV Classic requires visa deposit by age/pensioner status plus proof of lifetime pension if applying as pensioner, application forms, passport, medical/police clearances, photos and fees.", "SRRV Classic examples: pensioner deposit USD 15,000 (50+) or USD 25,000 (40–49); non-pensioner USD 30,000 (50+) or USD 50,000 (40–49).", "Lifetime pension proof at least USD 800/month single or USD 1,000/month with dependants." ], "sourceName": "Philippines official source", "sourceUrl": "https://pra.gov.ph/srrvisa", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Poland", "countryZh": "波兰", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/poland/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 46, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生 / 工作居留", "en": "Student / work residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "pl-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/pl-student-poland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/pl-student-poland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/poland/pl-student-poland/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签/居留", "en": "Student visa/residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "National D + temporary residence", "en": "National D + temporary residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "A lower-cost EU study-to-work route; most residence applications are now submitted through the MOS electronic system.", "requirements": [ "Apply at Polish consulate; visa application via e-konsulat, passport, photo, insurance and purpose-specific study documents such as university acceptance/proof of student status; full-time student/preparatory course where 'student' annotation applies.", "Proof of sufficient financial means and accommodation/tuition coverage required; exact thresholds depend on Polish regulations/consulate checklist." ], "sourceName": "Poland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.pl/web/unitedkingdom/d-type-national-visa", "reviewed": "2026-07-16" }, { "id": "pl-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/pl-work-poland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/pl-work-poland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/poland/pl-work-poland/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作许可/居留", "en": "Work permit/residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主工作许可", "en": "Employer work permit" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For applicants with an offer; employer cooperation matters, and residence applications normally use the MOS electronic system.", "requirements": [ "A D-type national visa permits stays in Poland over 90 days up to one year.", "For employment, Border Guard checks passport and visa; work generally requires an employment basis such as a Polish work permit/declaration.", "UK government country guidance notes type A work permit for Polish employment contract up to 3 years.", "Employer/job basis required; relevant experience/qualifications and income/payroll rules apply; exact work permit type depends on employment relationship." ], "sourceName": "Poland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.pl/web/mswia-en/entry-conditions-for-working-purposes", "reviewed": "2026-07-16" }, { "id": "pl-blue-card", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/pl-blue-card-poland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/pl-blue-card-poland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/poland/pl-blue-card-poland/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "EU 蓝卡", "en": "EU Blue Card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高技能高薪工作", "en": "Highly qualified salaried work" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For applicants meeting EU Blue Card education and salary standards; the application process is also affected by the MOS digital-submission requirement.", "requirements": [ "Have a contract or qualifying civil-law agreement for highly qualified work in Poland lasting at least six months.", "Hold higher professional qualifications shown by at least a three-year higher-education cycle or, where accepted, comparable professional experience; regulated professions need any required recognition or authorisation.", "Meet the 2026 gross salary requirement of more than PLN 13,355.34 per month, calculated as at least 150% of the national average remuneration used by the Polish authorities.", "Submit the EU Blue Card application in MOS with the employer's electronic Annex No. 1, insurance and identity evidence, and the required fee; the foreigner is the party to the proceedings." ], "sourceName": "Polish Office for Foreigners (MOS)", "sourceUrl": "https://mos.cudzoziemcy.gov.pl/en/question-and-answer-database/permits-residence-and-work/eu-blue-card/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "poland-study-d-type-national-visa-study", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/poland-study-d-type-national-visa-study-poland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/poland-study-d-type-national-visa-study-poland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/poland/poland-study-d-type-national-visa-study-poland/" }, "category": "study", "title": "D-type National Visa – Study", "routeName": "D-type National Visa – Study", "timeline": "D-type national visa permits stay over 90 days but not longer than one year; residence permit may be needed for longer studies.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Apply at Polish consulate; visa application via e-konsulat, passport, photo, insurance and purpose-specific study documents such as university acceptance/proof of student status; full-time student/preparatory course where 'student' annotation applies.", "Proof of sufficient financial means and accommodation/tuition coverage required; exact thresholds depend on Polish regulations/consulate checklist." ], "sourceName": "Poland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.pl/web/unitedkingdom/d-type-national-visa", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "poland-skilled-national-d-visa-for-work-plus-work-permit-work-basis", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/poland-skilled-national-d-visa-for-work-plus-work-permit-work-basis-poland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/poland-skilled-national-d-visa-for-work-plus-work-permit-work-basis-poland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/poland/poland-skilled-national-d-visa-for-work-plus-work-permit-work-basis-poland/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "National D visa for work plus work permit / work basis", "routeName": "National D visa for work plus work permit / work basis", "timeline": "National D visa up to one year; type A work permit can be up to 3 years depending on circumstances.", "summary": "Do not conflate national visa with work permit; list both visa and work authorisation basis.", "requirements": [ "A D-type national visa permits stays in Poland over 90 days up to one year.", "For employment, Border Guard checks passport and visa; work generally requires an employment basis such as a Polish work permit/declaration.", "UK government country guidance notes type A work permit for Polish employment contract up to 3 years.", "Employer/job basis required; relevant experience/qualifications and income/payroll rules apply; exact work permit type depends on employment relationship." ], "sourceName": "Poland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.pl/web/mswia-en/entry-conditions-for-working-purposes", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "poland-investment-temporary-residence-permit-for-purpose-of-conducting-business-activity", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/poland-investment-temporary-residence-permit-for-purpose-of-conducting-business-activity-poland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/poland/poland-investment-temporary-residence-permit-for-purpose-of-conducting-business-activity-poland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/poland/poland-investment-temporary-residence-permit-for-purpose-of-conducting-business-activity-poland/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Temporary residence permit for purpose of conducting business activity", "routeName": "Temporary residence permit for purpose of conducting business activity", "timeline": "Temporary residence permit; duration depends on decision/case.", "summary": "Rename from investor/entrepreneur visa to business activity temporary residence permit.", "requirements": [ "Poland MOS states the temporary residence permit for conducting business activity is for foreigners conducting business in Poland.", "Applicants apply to the voivode competent for place of stay and provide application/attachments.", "Business setup rules depend on legal form and nationality; non-citizens can conduct business in permitted forms.", "No single investor threshold.", "Must evidence lawful business activity; separate Polish business-registration rules apply.", "Stable/regular income and legal-form rules should be verified by voivodeship and case type." ], "sourceName": "Poland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mos.cudzoziemcy.gov.pl/en/categories-information/possibilities-legalization/non-eu-continued-stay/permit-temporary/activity-business/", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Portugal", "countryZh": "葡萄牙", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/portugal/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 45, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "D8 远程工作 / D7 收入居留", "en": "D8 remote work / D7 income residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "pt-d8", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/pt-d8-portugal/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/pt-d8-portugal/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/portugal/pt-d8-portugal/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "D8 远程工作", "en": "D8 remote work visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "远程收入 + 居留", "en": "Remote income + residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For foreign employer, freelance, or company income earners.", "requirements": [ "Portugal national visa taxonomy includes Remote Work/Digital Nomad temporary-stay and residency visas.", "VFS checklist for temporary-stay remote work requires employment contract/promise/declaration or self-employment/service contract evidence, accommodation, return ticket, and tax residence certificate.", "Proof of average monthly income in last 3 months at minimum value equivalent to four times the Portuguese monthly minimum wage." ], "sourceName": "Portugal official source", "sourceUrl": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/national-visas/general-information/type-of-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "pt-d7", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/pt-d7-portugal/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/pt-d7-portugal/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/portugal/pt-d7-portugal/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "D7 收入居留", "en": "D7 income residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "被动收入/稳定收入", "en": "Passive or stable income" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For passive or stable foreign income; funds and housing proof matter.", "requirements": [ "National residence visa; passive/own income such as pensions, property rents, company profits/dividends; application form, passport, photos, travel insurance/health cover, criminal record, accommodation, means of subsistence and SEF/AIMA residence process.", "2026 minimum wage is commonly used as baseline." ], "sourceName": "Portugal official source", "sourceUrl": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/national-visas/general-information/type-of-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "pt-student-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/pt-student-work-portugal/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/pt-student-work-portugal/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/portugal/pt-student-work-portugal/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生/找工路线", "en": "Student or job-seeker route" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学习签 / 找工作签", "en": "Study visa or job-seeker visa" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For Portuguese, master’s, or local job-search planning.", "requirements": [ "Admission to higher education institution or secondary education school; apply for residence visa, then residence permit; supporting documents typically include passport, admission, accommodation/means and insurance/criminal record as applicable.", "Proof of means required; exact amount/checklist depends on visa type and consulate/VFS instructions." ], "sourceName": "Portugal official source", "sourceUrl": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/national-visas/general-information/type-of-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "portugal-remote-remote-work-digital-nomad-temporary-stay-visa-or-residency-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/portugal-remote-remote-work-digital-nomad-temporary-stay-visa-or-residency-visa-portugal/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/portugal-remote-remote-work-digital-nomad-temporary-stay-visa-or-residency-visa-portugal/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/portugal/portugal-remote-remote-work-digital-nomad-temporary-stay-visa-or-residency-visa-portugal/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Remote Work / Digital Nomad temporary-stay visa or residency visa", "routeName": "Remote Work / Digital Nomad temporary-stay visa or residency visa", "timeline": "Temporary-stay and residency route differ; exact duration depends on visa type and residence-card process.", "summary": "Portugal national visa taxonomy includes Remote Work/Digital Nomad temporary-stay and residency visas. VFS checklist for temporary-stay remote work requires employment contract/promise/declaration or self-employment/service contract evidence, accommodation, return ticket, and tax residence certificate.", "requirements": [ "Portugal national visa taxonomy includes Remote Work/Digital Nomad temporary-stay and residency visas.", "VFS checklist for temporary-stay remote work requires employment contract/promise/declaration or self-employment/service contract evidence, accommodation, return ticket, and tax residence certificate.", "Proof of average monthly income in last 3 months at minimum value equivalent to four times the Portuguese monthly minimum wage." ], "sourceName": "Portugal official source", "sourceUrl": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/national-visas/general-information/type-of-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "portugal-study-residence-visa-for-study-residence-permit-for-study", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/portugal-study-residence-visa-for-study-residence-permit-for-study-portugal/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/portugal-study-residence-visa-for-study-residence-permit-for-study-portugal/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/portugal/portugal-study-residence-visa-for-study-residence-permit-for-study-portugal/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Residence visa for study / residence permit for study", "routeName": "Residence visa for study / residence permit for study", "timeline": "Residence visa valid for two entries and four months to apply for residence permit; permits tied to study duration.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Admission to higher education institution or secondary education school; apply for residence visa, then residence permit; supporting documents typically include passport, admission, accommodation/means and insurance/criminal record as applicable.", "Proof of means required; exact amount/checklist depends on visa type and consulate/VFS instructions." ], "sourceName": "Portugal official source", "sourceUrl": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/national-visas/general-information/type-of-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "portugal-skilled-d1-residence-visa-for-subordinate-work-activity", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/portugal-skilled-d1-residence-visa-for-subordinate-work-activity-portugal/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/portugal-skilled-d1-residence-visa-for-subordinate-work-activity-portugal/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/portugal/portugal-skilled-d1-residence-visa-for-subordinate-work-activity-portugal/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "D1 Residence Visa for subordinate work activity", "routeName": "D1 Residence Visa for subordinate work activity", "timeline": "Residence visa leads to residence permit process; work is for subordinate employment. Separate routes exist for independent work, highly qualified work and job seeker.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Official national visa pages list subordinate work as a residence visa category.", "Necessary documentation includes work contract, work promise or demonstration of interest; professional certificate where profession is regulated; general national visa documents; funds may be shown through contract/promise or host/employer responsibility term.", "Funds from employment contract/promise can be considered proof of means of subsistence.", "No universal separate threshold in source checked." ], "sourceName": "Portugal official source", "sourceUrl": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/national-visas/general-information/type-of-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "portugal-investment-d2-residence-visa-for-entrepreneurs-independent-activity-ari-residence-p", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/portugal-investment-d2-residence-visa-for-entrepreneurs-independent-activity-ari-residence-p-portugal/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/portugal-investment-d2-residence-visa-for-entrepreneurs-independent-activity-ari-residence-p-portugal/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/portugal/portugal-investment-d2-residence-visa-for-entrepreneurs-independent-activity-ari-residence-p-portugal/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "D2 residence visa for entrepreneurs/independent activity; ARI Residence Permit for Investment", "routeName": "D2 residence visa for entrepreneurs/independent activity; ARI Residence Permit for Investment", "timeline": "D2 national visa leads to residence permit application after arrival; ARI residence permits are multi-year and renewable subject to investment/stay rules.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "D2: entrepreneurs/independent professionals who establish or develop professional/business activity in Portugal, with business plan/activity evidence, accommodation, means, insurance and criminal-record documents per checklist.", "ARI: qualifying investment with route-specific documentation.", "D2 has no single official universal minimum investment in the checked source; ARI source lists investment-specific documentation and capital transfer/investment categories, with current eligible categories requiring route-specific confirmation." ], "sourceName": "Portugal official source", "sourceUrl": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/national-visas/general-information/type-of-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "portugal-longTerm-d7-residence-visa-for-retirees-passive-income-holders", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/portugal-longterm-d7-residence-visa-for-retirees-passive-income-holders-portugal/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/portugal/portugal-longterm-d7-residence-visa-for-retirees-passive-income-holders-portugal/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/portugal/portugal-longterm-d7-residence-visa-for-retirees-passive-income-holders-portugal/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "D7 residence visa for retirees/passive-income holders", "routeName": "D7 residence visa for retirees/passive-income holders", "timeline": "Residence visa valid for 4 months/two entries to obtain residence permit; residence permit can be renewed under Portuguese rules.", "summary": "Dedicated passive-income residence route exists.", "requirements": [ "National residence visa; passive/own income such as pensions, property rents, company profits/dividends; application form, passport, photos, travel insurance/health cover, criminal record, accommodation, means of subsistence and SEF/AIMA residence process.", "2026 minimum wage is commonly used as baseline." ], "sourceName": "Portugal official source", "sourceUrl": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/national-visas/general-information/type-of-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Qatar", "countryZh": "卡塔尔", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/qatar/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/qatar/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/qatar/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 68, "label": { "zh": "较难", "en": "Hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "雇主担保工作居留", "en": "Employer-sponsored work residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "qa-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/qatar/qa-work-qatar/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/qatar/qa-work-qatar/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/qatar/qa-work-qatar/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作居留", "en": "Work residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主担保", "en": "Employer sponsorship" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "Main route is employer sponsorship, best for professionals with offers.", "requirements": [ "Have a Qatar-based employer and an eligible job offer or employment contract.", "Have the employer or authorised sponsor submit the work and residence process through the relevant Qatar authorities.", "Provide a valid passport, contract and qualification evidence where requested, and complete the medical, fingerprint, and residence-permit steps required after arrival.", "Keep the residence and work permission tied to the approved employer and role; this is not an open remote-work or job-search route." ], "sourceName": "Qatar Government / Hukoomi", "sourceUrl": "https://portal.www.gov.qa/wps/wcm/connect/Hukoomi%2BWeb%2BContent/Hukoomi/Topics/Visas%2Band%2BOfficial%2BDocuments/visas", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "qa-investor", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/qatar/qa-investor-qatar/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/qatar/qa-investor-qatar/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/qatar/qa-investor-qatar/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "投资/房产居留", "en": "Investor or property residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "投资或房产路径", "en": "Investment or property route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For well-funded applicants planning around local rules.", "requirements": [ "Choose a qualifying investment route, such as an approved business investment or ownership or usufruct of qualifying real estate.", "For the property-owner residence route, hold qualifying property in an eligible freehold or usufruct area and meet the current value threshold; Qatar's Ministry of Justice currently states more than QAR 730,000 for real-estate residence.", "Provide the title deed or investment evidence, passport, good-conduct certificate, medical evidence, and any authority or company documents required for the selected route.", "For the higher property tier, verify whether the investment exceeds QAR 3,650,000 and qualifies for the additional benefits described by the Ministry of Justice." ], "sourceName": "Qatar Ministry of Justice", "sourceUrl": "https://www.moj.gov.qa/en/node/13514", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "qa-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/qatar/qa-student-qatar/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/qatar/qa-student-qatar/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/qatar/qa-student-qatar/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For university, research, or training programs.", "requirements": [ "Obtain admission to an approved Qatar educational institution or programme.", "Use the institution and Ministry of Interior process for the Education Residence Visa, supplying admission and identity documents and any current financial, medical, or accommodation evidence requested.", "Enter and remain in Qatar for the approved study purpose and complete the residence-permit formalities after arrival.", "Keep the visa linked to the programme and institution; confirm any permitted student work separately before taking employment." ], "sourceName": "Qatar Government / Hukoomi", "sourceUrl": "https://portal.www.gov.qa/wps/wcm/connect/Hukoomi%2BWeb%2BContent/Hukoomi/Topics/Visas%2Band%2BOfficial%2BDocuments/visas", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" } ] }, { "country": "Romania", "countryZh": "罗马尼亚", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/romania/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 54, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "数字游民 / 学生 / 工作居留", "en": "Digital nomad / student / work residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ro-digital-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/ro-digital-nomad-romania/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/ro-digital-nomad-romania/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/romania/ro-digital-nomad-romania/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "数字游民长期签", "en": "Digital nomad long-stay visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "境外远程收入", "en": "Foreign remote income" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For foreign remote workers meeting income thresholds.", "requirements": [ "Romania has a digital nomad framework for foreigners working remotely for employers/clients outside Romania.", "Typical requirements include proof of remote work, foreign income, accommodation, insurance and clean record.", "Commonly reported threshold: income at least three times Romania's average gross salary for the previous six months; amount changes with salary statistics." ], "sourceName": "Romania official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mae.ro/en/node/2035", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ro-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/ro-student-romania/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/ro-student-romania/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/romania/ro-student-romania/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "A lower-cost European study route.", "requirements": [ "Be accepted and enrolled full-time at an accredited or provisionally authorised Romanian educational institution, with the required ministry acceptance letter for the first application.", "Provide a passport, enrolment certificate, proof of legal accommodation, medical certificate, health-insurance evidence, fees, and financial means for the required period.", "For an extension, show continued enrolment and the documents required by the Romanian General Inspectorate for Immigration before the current permit expires.", "Complete the long-stay visa and temporary-residence-permit process appropriate to the applicant's nationality and study programme." ], "sourceName": "Romanian General Inspectorate for Immigration", "sourceUrl": "https://igi.mai.gov.ro/en/frequent-questions/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "ro-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/ro-work-romania/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/ro-work-romania/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/romania/ro-work-romania/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作居留", "en": "Work residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地雇主工作许可", "en": "Local employer work permit" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "Needs employer and role approval.", "requirements": [ "Secure a Romanian employer willing to hire the applicant and obtain the employment or posting notice from the General Inspectorate for Immigration.", "Meet the employer and labour-market conditions, including the employer's genuine activity, the vacancy test, the annual government quota, and the absence of relevant tax or undeclared-work violations.", "Meet the role's qualification, experience, medical-fitness, and criminal-record conditions and provide the employment documents requested for the category.", "After the employment notice, complete the applicable long-stay visa and temporary-residence-permit process, including passport, accommodation, health-insurance, and fee evidence." ], "sourceName": "Romanian General Inspectorate for Immigration", "sourceUrl": "https://igi.mai.gov.ro/en/employment-and-posting/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "romania-remote-digital-nomad-visa-long-stay-visa-for-remote-workers", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/romania-remote-digital-nomad-visa-long-stay-visa-for-remote-workers-romania/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/romania-remote-digital-nomad-visa-long-stay-visa-for-remote-workers-romania/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/romania/romania-remote-digital-nomad-visa-long-stay-visa-for-remote-workers-romania/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Digital Nomad Visa / long-stay visa for remote workers", "routeName": "Digital Nomad Visa / long-stay visa for remote workers", "timeline": "Usually long-stay/residence route; often described as 12 months with possible renewal, but exact current duration needs confirmation from official consular checklist.", "summary": "Keep route but avoid hardcoded EUR threshold unless tied to current official salary/statistical source.", "requirements": [ "Romania has a digital nomad framework for foreigners working remotely for employers/clients outside Romania.", "Typical requirements include proof of remote work, foreign income, accommodation, insurance and clean record.", "Commonly reported threshold: income at least three times Romania's average gross salary for the previous six months; amount changes with salary statistics." ], "sourceName": "Romania official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mae.ro/en/node/2035", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "romania-investment-long-stay-visa-residence-for-commercial-activities", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/romania-investment-long-stay-visa-residence-for-commercial-activities-romania/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/romania/romania-investment-long-stay-visa-residence-for-commercial-activities-romania/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/romania/romania-investment-long-stay-visa-residence-for-commercial-activities-romania/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Long-stay visa / residence for commercial activities", "routeName": "Long-stay visa / residence for commercial activities", "timeline": "Successive one-year extensions; up to 3 years for EUR 500,000+ investment or 50+ jobs.", "summary": "Use commercial activities route; include investment/job thresholds.", "requirements": [ "Official IGI page confirms temporary residence for commercial activities and notes extension periods.", "Large investments/jobs can affect support-evidence rules and duration: investments of EUR 150,000 or 25 jobs affect proof of means; EUR 500,000 or 50 full-time jobs can allow a 3-year stay." ], "sourceName": "Romania official source", "sourceUrl": "https://igi.mai.gov.ro/en/business-activities/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Saudi Arabia", "countryZh": "沙特阿拉伯", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/saudi-arabia/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 68, "label": { "zh": "较难", "en": "Hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "雇主担保工作居留", "en": "Employer-sponsored work residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "sa-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/sa-work-saudi-arabia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/sa-work-saudi-arabia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/saudi-arabia/sa-work-saudi-arabia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作签/居留", "en": "Work visa / Iqama" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主担保", "en": "Employer sponsorship" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "Main route is employer sponsorship, often for energy, engineering, healthcare, and professional roles.", "requirements": [ "Have a Saudi employer and an employment offer or contract for an eligible role.", "Have the employer complete the work-visa, work-permit, and residence-permit process through the Saudi authorities.", "Provide a valid passport, contract and qualification evidence, medical examination, photographs, and any profession-specific authentication or clearance required.", "Work only under the approved employer, occupation, and permit conditions; the employer remains responsible for the relevant recruitment, Iqama, and work-permit fees under Saudi labour guidance." ], "sourceName": "Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development", "sourceUrl": "https://www.hrsd.gov.sa/en/knowledge-centre/articles/64434-0", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "sa-premium", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/sa-premium-saudi-arabia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/sa-premium-saudi-arabia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/saudi-arabia/sa-premium-saudi-arabia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "高级居留", "en": "Premium Residency" }, "routeName": { "zh": "资金/资格型长期居留", "en": "Funds or eligibility-based long residence" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For well-funded applicants planning a long-term Saudi base.", "requirements": [ "Premium Residency products include limited/unlimited duration, real estate owner, investor, entrepreneur and talent categories.", "General requirements include passport, financial solvency and clear criminal record; regulations state minimum age 21 for permanent and renewable one-year products.", "Real estate residency requires ownership/usufruct of real estate valued at least SAR 4 million.", "Financial solvency required; real estate owner product minimum SAR 4 million.", "Other products have separate thresholds." ], "sourceName": "Saudi Arabia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://pr.gov.sa/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "sa-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/sa-student-saudi-arabia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/sa-student-saudi-arabia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/saudi-arabia/sa-student-saudi-arabia/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签证", "en": "Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "大学/奖学金录取", "en": "University or scholarship admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For university or scholarship programs.", "requirements": [ "Obtain admission, scholarship, or another qualifying placement from an approved Saudi educational institution or programme.", "Apply through the Study in Saudi educational-visa process with a valid passport, admission evidence, photographs, and the financial, health, and identity documents requested for the programme.", "Complete the entry and residence formalities for the approved study period and keep the visa linked to the institution and course.", "If using the work or training permissions described for educational-visa holders, confirm the current conditions and limits before starting any activity." ], "sourceName": "Saudi Ministry of Education / Study in Saudi", "sourceUrl": "https://studyinsaudi.moe.gov.sa/StudyTypes/EducationalVisa", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "saudi-arabia-investment-premium-residency-business-investor-entrepreneur-residency-misa-investme", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-investment-premium-residency-business-investor-entrepreneur-residency-misa-investme-saudi-arabia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-investment-premium-residency-business-investor-entrepreneur-residency-misa-investme-saudi-arabia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-investment-premium-residency-business-investor-entrepreneur-residency-misa-investme-saudi-arabia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Premium Residency - Business Investor / Entrepreneur Residency; MISA investment registration", "routeName": "Premium Residency - Business Investor / Entrepreneur Residency; MISA investment registration", "timeline": "Long-term/indefinite products exist under Premium Residency Center; product-specific.", "summary": "Use Premium Residency products and MISA investment registration; do not use generic investor visa.", "requirements": [ "Premium Residency Center lists Business Investor Residency and Entrepreneur Residency products.", "MISA investor guide confirms investment registration requirements such as commercial register of foreign establishment, identity documents where relevant, financial statements, and activity-specific requirements.", "Premium residency holders may be exempt from some investment registration document requirements." ], "sourceName": "Saudi Arabia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://pr.gov.sa/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "saudi-arabia-longTerm-premium-residency-fixed-term-permanent-and-property-owner-products-not-a", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-longterm-premium-residency-fixed-term-permanent-and-property-owner-products-not-a-saudi-arabia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-longterm-premium-residency-fixed-term-permanent-and-property-owner-products-not-a-saudi-arabia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-longterm-premium-residency-fixed-term-permanent-and-property-owner-products-not-a-saudi-arabia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Premium Residency fixed-term/permanent and property owner products; not a classic retiree visa", "routeName": "Premium Residency fixed-term/permanent and property owner products; not a classic retiree visa", "timeline": "Limited/unlimited duration products; real estate residency validity tied to property ownership/usufruct.", "summary": "Adjacent residence route; not pure passive-income", "requirements": [ "Premium Residency products include limited/unlimited duration, real estate owner, investor, entrepreneur and talent categories.", "General requirements include passport, financial solvency and clear criminal record; regulations state minimum age 21 for permanent and renewable one-year products.", "Real estate residency requires ownership/usufruct of real estate valued at least SAR 4 million.", "Financial solvency required; real estate owner product minimum SAR 4 million.", "Other products have separate thresholds." ], "sourceName": "Saudi Arabia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://pr.gov.sa/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Serbia", "countryZh": "塞尔维亚", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/serbia/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 42, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "自雇/就业临时居留", "en": "Self-employment / employment temporary residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "rs-temp", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/rs-temp-serbia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/rs-temp-serbia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/serbia/rs-temp-serbia/" }, "category": "easy", "title": { "zh": "临时居留", "en": "Temporary residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "就业/自雇/公司", "en": "Employment, self-employment, or company route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "Friendly for first landing and self-employment, useful as a non-EU Europe base.", "requirements": [ "Choose a recognised purpose for temporary residence, such as employment, self-employment, studies, property ownership, family, research, or another basis recognised under Serbian law.", "Submit the temporary-residence application to the competent police authority or through the Foreign Nationals Portal, depending on the basis and applicant's situation.", "Provide a valid passport or identity document, photographs, proof of address or landlord consent, health insurance, proof of subsistence, the purpose-specific evidence, and the prescribed fee.", "Stay in Serbia in accordance with the approved purpose; temporary residence alone does not automatically authorise employment unless the permit or a single residence-and-work permit allows it." ], "sourceName": "Serbia Ministry of Interior", "sourceUrl": "https://mup.gov.rs/wps/portal/en/information/temporary%2Bresidence/temporary%2Bresidence", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "rs-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/rs-work-serbia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/rs-work-serbia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/serbia/rs-work-serbia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作许可", "en": "Work permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主 offer", "en": "Employer offer" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For people with a local employer or company setup.", "requirements": [ "Serbia's official e-government portal states foreign citizens can submit temporary residence based on employment electronically and that a single permit gives the right to stay and work during validity.", "Some nationalities can apply without first obtaining a visa D.", "Employment basis and employer documentation required; exact documents depend on nationality and employment basis." ], "sourceName": "Serbia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://welcometoserbia.gov.rs/residence-and-work-permit", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "rs-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/rs-student-serbia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/rs-student-serbia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/serbia/rs-student-serbia/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For lower-cost European study.", "requirements": [ "Obtain confirmation of enrolment in an accredited Serbian higher-education institution or another recognised school, language, exchange, or training programme.", "Submit the temporary-residence application with a valid passport, photographs, proof of address or landlord consent, proof of subsistence, health insurance, and the prescribed fee.", "Provide the institution's enrolment confirmation stating the programme and duration; for renewal, provide evidence of attendance and continued study.", "Complete any D-visa step required for the applicant's nationality and apply before the existing permission expires if extending the stay." ], "sourceName": "Serbia Ministry of Interior / Foreigners Act", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mup.gov.rs/wps/wcm/connect/2c0a7b8f-76f9-4e9a-a5e8-e742c69472cf/Temporary%2Bresidence%2BEN.pdf?CVID=o-r2uEO&MOD=AJPERES", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "serbia-skilled-single-permit-temporary-residence-and-work-permit", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/serbia-skilled-single-permit-temporary-residence-and-work-permit-serbia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/serbia-skilled-single-permit-temporary-residence-and-work-permit-serbia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/serbia/serbia-skilled-single-permit-temporary-residence-and-work-permit-serbia/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Single permit / temporary residence and work permit", "routeName": "Single permit / temporary residence and work permit", "timeline": "Temporary residence or single permit can be issued for up to 3 years depending on reason for stay.", "summary": "Update to single permit / temporary residence based on employment; do not rely on older separate work permit descriptions only.", "requirements": [ "Serbia's official e-government portal states foreign citizens can submit temporary residence based on employment electronically and that a single permit gives the right to stay and work during validity.", "Some nationalities can apply without first obtaining a visa D.", "Employment basis and employer documentation required; exact documents depend on nationality and employment basis." ], "sourceName": "Serbia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://welcometoserbia.gov.rs/residence-and-work-permit", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "serbia-longTerm-temporary-residence-purpose-specific-property-ownership-basis-available", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/serbia-longterm-temporary-residence-purpose-specific-property-ownership-basis-available-serbia/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/serbia/serbia-longterm-temporary-residence-purpose-specific-property-ownership-basis-available-serbia/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/serbia/serbia-longterm-temporary-residence-purpose-specific-property-ownership-basis-available-serbia/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Temporary residence, purpose-specific; property ownership basis available", "routeName": "Temporary residence, purpose-specific; property ownership basis available", "timeline": "Temporary residence up to 3 years depending on reason; permanent residence may be possible after 3 years continuous residence.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Serbia’s official portal says temporary residence is issued based on a prescribed basis/reason for stay and can be issued up to 3 years.", "A D visa purpose of ownership of real estate has a detailed document checklist.", "Permanent residence generally follows after three years of continuous residence on approved temporary residence.", "No generic passive-income threshold found; property route depends on proof of real estate ownership and standard documentation." ], "sourceName": "Serbia official source", "sourceUrl": "https://welcometoserbia.gov.rs/temporary-residence-international-agreements", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Singapore", "countryZh": "新加坡", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/singapore/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/singapore/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/singapore/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 75, "label": { "zh": "很难", "en": "Very hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "Employment Pass", "en": "Employment Pass" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "sg-ep", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/singapore/sg-ep-singapore/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/singapore/sg-ep-singapore/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/singapore/sg-ep-singapore/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "Employment Pass", "en": "Employment Pass" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高薪专业工作", "en": "Professional, managerial, or executive work" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "High bar but clear: salary, credentials, COMPASS, and employer matter; minimum salary thresholds for new applications rise in January 2027.", "requirements": [ "A job offer from a Singapore employer for a professional, manager, executive, or technician role.", "Fixed monthly salary of at least S$5,600 currently, increasing progressively with age and higher for financial services; verify the current table.", "Pass the COMPASS points framework unless exempt, and meet the Fair Consideration Framework advertising requirement.", "Employer or appointed employment agent submits the application with passport, company profile, and qualification verification where points are claimed." ], "sourceName": "Singapore Ministry of Manpower", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/employment-pass/eligibility", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "sg-spass", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/singapore/sg-spass-singapore/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/singapore/sg-spass-singapore/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/singapore/sg-spass-singapore/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "S Pass", "en": "S Pass" }, "routeName": { "zh": "中级技术岗位", "en": "Mid-skilled technical or associate professional work" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For employer-backed roles below EP level; quota-limited, with higher salary thresholds for new applications from January 2027.", "requirements": [ "A job offer from a Singapore employer for an eligible associate professional or technician role.", "Fixed monthly salary of at least S$3,300 for new applications under the current table, increasing progressively with age and by sector.", "Employer must meet the applicable quota and levy rules and submit the application through the Ministry of Manpower.", "Passport and employment documents are required; qualifications can be declared but must be authentic and from an accredited institution." ], "sourceName": "Singapore Ministry of Manpower", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/s-pass/eligibility", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "sg-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/singapore/sg-student-singapore/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/singapore/sg-student-singapore/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/singapore/sg-student-singapore/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "Student's Pass", "en": "Student's Pass" }, "routeName": { "zh": "全日制课程录取", "en": "Full-time course admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "Use education to enter Singapore, but long-term status still depends on work.", "requirements": [ "Acceptance into an approved full-time course at a Singapore educational institution.", "Student's Pass application through the institution/ICA process, with passport, admission information, and required supporting documents.", "Meet the In-Principle Approval and issuance conditions, including the medical report where applicable.", "Part-time, evening, and weekend courses are generally not eligible; work is limited to the permitted student exemptions." ], "sourceName": "Singapore Immigration and Checkpoints Authority", "sourceUrl": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/reside/STP/apply", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "singapore-investment-entrepass", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/singapore/singapore-investment-entrepass-singapore/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/singapore/singapore-investment-entrepass-singapore/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/singapore/singapore-investment-entrepass-singapore/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "EntrePass", "routeName": "EntrePass", "timeline": "Pass duration/renewal depends on MOM criteria; renewal requires continuing business/job/spending conditions.", "summary": "Use EntrePass, not generic investor visa.", "requirements": [ "For eligible foreign entrepreneurs intending to start/operate a Singapore private limited company that is registered with ACRA, where pass holder holds at least 30% of registered company, and the business is venture-backed or owns innovative technologies.", "Documents include business plan and passport page." ], "sourceName": "Singapore official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/entrepass/eligibility", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "South Africa", "countryZh": "南非", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-africa/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 48, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "远程工作/工作签路径", "en": "Remote work / work visa route" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "za-critical-skills", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/za-critical-skills-south-africa/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/za-critical-skills-south-africa/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-africa/za-critical-skills-south-africa/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "关键技能工作签", "en": "Critical Skills work visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "短缺职业/专业资格", "en": "Shortage occupation or professional qualification" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For applicants whose occupation is on the critical skills list and documents are strong.", "requirements": [ "Identify an occupation or qualification on the current South African Critical Skills List and provide evidence that the applicant meets the listed qualification and professional requirements.", "Obtain the required evaluation of foreign qualifications by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), plus confirmation from the relevant professional body or government department where the occupation requires it.", "Submit the temporary-residence visa application with passport, medical and police-clearance documents, proof of funds, photographs, and the current points or mission checklist evidence.", "If the application is based on employment, provide the compliant South African job offer or contract and employer undertaking required for that case; after grant, work only in the permitted field and comply with any employment deadline." ], "sourceName": "South African Department of Home Affairs", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.za/about-government/government-system/home-affairs", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "za-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/za-work-south-africa/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/za-work-south-africa/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-africa/za-work-south-africa/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "普通工作签", "en": "General work visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主 + 劳动测试", "en": "Employer plus labour-market test" }, "timeline": { "zh": "4-10 个月", "en": "4-10 months" }, "summary": "Needs employer and heavier approvals; harder than study.", "requirements": [ "Secure a South African employer and a signed employment contract for the proposed position.", "Show that the employer could not find a suitable South African citizen or permanent resident with the relevant qualifications, skills, and experience, and meet the applicable labour and salary conditions.", "Provide qualification and experience evidence, SAQA evaluation where relevant, medical and police-clearance certificates, passport, photographs, proof of funds, and the employer documents requested by the mission.", "Apply for the work visa before beginning employment and work only for the employer, role, and conditions approved; a visitor visa cannot normally be converted inside South Africa into a work visa." ], "sourceName": "South African Government / Department of Home Affairs", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.za/nso/faq/finance-business/how-do-i-obtain-work-permit", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "za-study", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/za-study-south-africa/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/za-study-south-africa/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-africa/za-study-south-africa/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学习签", "en": "Study visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 资金证明", "en": "School admission + proof of funds" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For university or long courses as the first status.", "requirements": [ "Obtain a formal acceptance or confirmation of enrolment from an eligible South African school, university, college, or other learning institution.", "Submit the study-visa application with a valid machine-readable passport, application form, photographs, admission evidence, itinerary or accommodation, and the prescribed fee.", "Show sufficient financial support and medical cover, and provide medical and police-clearance certificates and any guardian or host evidence required for the applicant's age and programme.", "Apply before travel when required and keep the study visa tied to the approved institution and course; complete any renewal or institution-change process before changing the programme." ], "sourceName": "South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation", "sourceUrl": "https://dirco.gov.za/canberra/study-visa-2/", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "south-africa-remote-remote-work-visa-visitor-visa-for-prescribed-activities", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/south-africa-remote-remote-work-visa-visitor-visa-for-prescribed-activities-south-africa/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/south-africa-remote-remote-work-visa-visitor-visa-for-prescribed-activities-south-africa/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-africa/south-africa-remote-remote-work-visa-visitor-visa-for-prescribed-activities-south-africa/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Remote Work Visa / visitor visa for prescribed activities", "routeName": "Remote Work Visa / visitor visa for prescribed activities", "timeline": "Remote Work Visa implemented; sources indicate validity up to 3 years, but exact grant length should be verified per application.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Official DHA checklist requires application form, statement of purpose/duration, return flight/proof of reservation, passport and proof of sufficient financial means.", "Work must be remote/foreign-source rather than local South African employment.", "Gross salary at least R650,796 per annum; proof via three months of bank statements." ], "sourceName": "South Africa official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.dha.gov.za/images/notices/8october24/Remote_Work_Visa_-_requirements_-_9_Oct_2024.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "south-africa-investment-business-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/south-africa-investment-business-visa-south-africa/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/south-africa-investment-business-visa-south-africa/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-africa/south-africa-investment-business-visa-south-africa/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Business Visa", "routeName": "Business Visa", "timeline": "Temporary residence/business visa; duration depends on approval and business evidence.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "For foreigners intending to establish or invest in a business in South Africa.", "Requires DHA-1738/basic visa documents, business/investment evidence, capitalisation documentation and Department of Trade, Industry and Competition recommendation/certification; reduction/waiver may be possible for prescribed national-interest businesses.", "Exact capital amount and sector-specific waiver conditions should be verified on the DTIC/DHA checklist used by the relevant mission." ], "sourceName": "South Africa official source", "sourceUrl": "https://dirco.gov.za/copenhagen/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/12/BUSINESS-VISA.pdf", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "south-africa-longTerm-retired-person-financially-independent-permanent-residence-routes", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/south-africa-longterm-retired-person-financially-independent-permanent-residence-routes-south-africa/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-africa/south-africa-longterm-retired-person-financially-independent-permanent-residence-routes-south-africa/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-africa/south-africa-longterm-retired-person-financially-independent-permanent-residence-routes-south-africa/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Retired person / financially independent permanent residence routes", "routeName": "Retired person / financially independent permanent residence routes", "timeline": "Permanent residence if granted; separate temporary retired-person routes may exist but not fully audited here.", "summary": "Route exists but route-specific checklist/thresholds need stronger current confirmation", "requirements": [ "Official gov.za permanent residence page lists retired persons and financially independent persons among people who may apply for permanent residency.", "Requirements normally include qualifying under the relevant Immigration Act category, passport/forms, police/medical documents, proof of financial resources or pension/retirement basis, and DHA/VFS process." ], "sourceName": "South Africa official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.za/services/services-foreign-nationals/permanent-residence/apply-permanent-residency-permit", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "South Korea", "countryZh": "韩国", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-korea/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 54, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "留学 / 工作度假式远程签 / E-7", "en": "Study / workation-style remote visa / E-7" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "kr-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/kr-student-south-korea/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/kr-student-south-korea/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-korea/kr-student-south-korea/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "D-2 / D-4 留学", "en": "D-2 / D-4 study" }, "routeName": { "zh": "大学/语言学校", "en": "University or language school" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "Good for Korean language, university, or graduate study, close to China.", "requirements": [ "Visa application/e-form; passport valid over 6 months; photo; Certificate of Admission; school business registration certificate; proof of final academic credentials.", "Financial statement/proof of funds or scholarship is required; exact amount varies by route/institution/consulate." ], "sourceName": "South Korea official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.visa.go.kr/?LANG_TYPE=EN", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "kr-e7", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/kr-e7-south-korea/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/kr-e7-south-korea/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-korea/kr-e7-south-korea/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "E-7 专业工作", "en": "E-7 professional work" }, "routeName": { "zh": "专业岗位 + 雇主", "en": "Specialist occupation + employer" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "Needs eligible occupation, qualifications/experience, and employer fit.", "requirements": [ "E-7 covers foreign professionals/specialised workers in occupations designated by the Ministry of Justice and requires Korean employer sponsorship, employment contract, qualifications/experience and occupation-code eligibility.", "Other work visas exist for teaching, research, intra-company transfer, etc.", "Salary requirements vary by E-7 subcategory and year.", "Seoul Global Center published 2025 thresholds for E-7 categories; use official immigration/Hikorea manual for final values." ], "sourceName": "South Korea official source", "sourceUrl": "https://global.seoul.go.kr/web/news/sfaq/bordContDetail.do?brd_no=11&lang=en&mode=W&post_no=34967D4B33C40192E063C0A8A023CB8B", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "kr-workation", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/kr-workation-south-korea/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/kr-workation-south-korea/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-korea/kr-workation-south-korea/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "F-1-D 远程工作", "en": "F-1-D workation" }, "routeName": { "zh": "境外远程收入", "en": "Foreign remote income" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For higher-income foreign remote workers wanting a short-to-medium Korea stay.", "requirements": [ "Overseas business owners or foreigners affiliated with international companies who can work remotely; have worked in same industry at least one year; 18+ except dependent children; medical insurance and criminal record certificate required.", "More than twice the previous year's GNI per capita as announced by Bank of Korea.", "Official PDF example: KRW 84.96m based on 2022 GNI; update the exact current figure annually." ], "sourceName": "South Korea official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.immigration.go.kr/bbs/immigration/47/464289/download.do", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "south-korea-remote-digital-nomad-workcation-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/south-korea-remote-digital-nomad-workcation-visa-south-korea/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/south-korea-remote-digital-nomad-workcation-visa-south-korea/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-korea/south-korea-remote-digital-nomad-workcation-visa-south-korea/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Digital Nomad / Workcation visa", "routeName": "Digital Nomad / Workcation visa", "timeline": "One year from date of entry when registering as foreigner; extendable for one additional year; maximum two years.", "summary": "Overseas business owners or foreigners affiliated with international companies who can work remotely; have worked in same industry at least one year; 18+ except dependent children; medical insurance and criminal record certificate required.", "requirements": [ "Overseas business owners or foreigners affiliated with international companies who can work remotely; have worked in same industry at least one year; 18+ except dependent children; medical insurance and criminal record certificate required.", "More than twice the previous year's GNI per capita as announced by Bank of Korea.", "Official PDF example: KRW 84.96m based on 2022 GNI; update the exact current figure annually." ], "sourceName": "South Korea official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.immigration.go.kr/bbs/immigration/47/464289/download.do", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "south-korea-study-d-2-student-visa-d-4-language-trainee-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/south-korea-study-d-2-student-visa-d-4-language-trainee-visa-south-korea/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/south-korea-study-d-2-student-visa-d-4-language-trainee-visa-south-korea/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-korea/south-korea-study-d-2-student-visa-d-4-language-trainee-visa-south-korea/" }, "category": "study", "title": "D-2 Student Visa / D-4 Language Trainee Visa", "routeName": "D-2 Student Visa / D-4 Language Trainee Visa", "timeline": "Tied to course/status; ARC/residence steps after arrival where applicable.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Visa application/e-form; passport valid over 6 months; photo; Certificate of Admission; school business registration certificate; proof of final academic credentials.", "Financial statement/proof of funds or scholarship is required; exact amount varies by route/institution/consulate." ], "sourceName": "South Korea official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.visa.go.kr/?LANG_TYPE=EN", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "south-korea-skilled-e-7-foreign-national-of-special-ability-other-work-visas-by-occupation", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/south-korea-skilled-e-7-foreign-national-of-special-ability-other-work-visas-by-occupation-south-korea/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/south-korea-skilled-e-7-foreign-national-of-special-ability-other-work-visas-by-occupation-south-korea/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-korea/south-korea-skilled-e-7-foreign-national-of-special-ability-other-work-visas-by-occupation-south-korea/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "E-7 Foreign National of Special Ability / other work visas by occupation", "routeName": "E-7 Foreign National of Special Ability / other work visas by occupation", "timeline": "Tied to employer/occupation; duration and renewals depend on visa category and immigration decision.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "E-7 covers foreign professionals/specialised workers in occupations designated by the Ministry of Justice and requires Korean employer sponsorship, employment contract, qualifications/experience and occupation-code eligibility.", "Other work visas exist for teaching, research, intra-company transfer, etc.", "Salary requirements vary by E-7 subcategory and year.", "Seoul Global Center published 2025 thresholds for E-7 categories; use official immigration/Hikorea manual for final values." ], "sourceName": "South Korea official source", "sourceUrl": "https://global.seoul.go.kr/web/news/sfaq/bordContDetail.do?brd_no=11&lang=en&mode=W&post_no=34967D4B33C40192E063C0A8A023CB8B", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "south-korea-longTerm-no-simple-passive-income-visa-possible-long-term-resident-f-2-routes-req", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/south-korea-longterm-no-simple-passive-income-visa-possible-long-term-resident-f-2-routes-req-south-korea/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/south-korea/south-korea-longterm-no-simple-passive-income-visa-possible-long-term-resident-f-2-routes-req-south-korea/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/south-korea/south-korea-longterm-no-simple-passive-income-visa-possible-long-term-resident-f-2-routes-req-south-korea/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "No simple passive-income visa; possible long-term resident F-2 routes require prior eligible status, income/assets/integration", "routeName": "No simple passive-income visa; possible long-term resident F-2 routes require prior eligible status, income/assets/integration", "timeline": "F-2 duration depends on the approved subtype. Under the official investor scheme, F-5 permanent residence may be possible after maintaining the qualifying investment for at least five years.", "summary": "No general passive-income visa is confirmed. The relevant adjacent F-2 routes are status-specific, such as points-based residence after qualifying Korean residence or investment residence.", "requirements": [ "For points-based F-2-7, expect a qualifying prior status and residence history, income and points evidence, and any required Korean-language or social-integration evidence. The official Visa Navigator notes that D-2/D-10 residence is not counted toward the standard three-year professional route in the cited case.", "For the official public-business investor route, invest at least KRW 500 million, or KRW 300 million if the investor is over 55 and qualifies as a retiree investor, with the additional asset requirement stated by the Ministry of Justice.", "Provide passport, residence card or entry documents, criminal-record and tax-compliance evidence where required, proof of income/assets or investment, and complete the status-change or investor application through the competent immigration channel." ], "sourceName": "Korea Immigration Service / Ministry of Justice", "sourceUrl": "https://www.immigration.go.kr/immigration_eng/1853/subview.do", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" } ] }, { "country": "Spain", "countryZh": "西班牙", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/spain/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/spain/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/spain/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 42, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "国际远程工作居留", "en": "International telework residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "es-telework", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/spain/es-telework-spain/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/spain/es-telework-spain/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/spain/es-telework-spain/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "国际远程工作居留", "en": "International telework residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "数字游民/远程工作", "en": "Digital nomad / remote work" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For foreign employer or client income; a key EU remote-work route.", "requirements": [ "Graduate/postgraduate from recognised institutions or minimum 3 years professional experience; company has real and continued activity; remote work can be carried out remotely; employment/professional relationship existed at least 3 months; visa via consulate or residence authorization via UGE if legally in Spain.", "Add current SMI calculation separately before launch." ], "sourceName": "Spain official source", "sourceUrl": "https://prie.comercio.gob.es/en-us/paginas/teletrabajadores-caracter-internacional.aspx", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "es-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/spain/es-student-spain/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/spain/es-student-spain/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/spain/es-student-spain/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student stay" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 学习停留", "en": "School admission + student stay" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For Spanish, master’s, or study-first-then-work planning.", "requirements": [ "Admission to an authorised Spanish education centre for a full-time programme leading to a recognised degree or certificate.", "Sufficient funds for living costs and return travel; the current rule uses 100% of IPREM monthly for the student, with separate family amounts where applicable.", "Health insurance from an insurer authorised to operate in Spain, plus a valid passport and proof of enrolment/fees.", "For stays over six months, criminal-record evidence and any required medical documentation; foreign documents need legalisation/apostille and sworn Spanish translation." ], "sourceName": "Spanish Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security and Migration", "sourceUrl": "https://www.inclusion.gob.es/en/web/migraciones/w/estancia-por-estudios", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "es-high-qualified", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/spain/es-high-qualified-spain/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/spain/es-high-qualified-spain/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/spain/es-high-qualified-spain/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "高技能专业人士", "en": "Highly qualified professional" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高技能雇主 offer", "en": "Highly qualified employer offer" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For high-salary skilled or managerial roles.", "requirements": [ "A Spanish job offer for a managerial or highly qualified professional role.", "Higher-education qualification or, exceptionally, at least three years of comparable professional experience related to the role.", "Employment or professional relationship contract, passport, and documents proving the company and role meet the authorisation requirements.", "The employer normally leads the application through Spain's Unit for Large Companies and Strategic Collectives." ], "sourceName": "Spanish Ministry of Economy / UGE", "sourceUrl": "https://prie.comercio.gob.es/en-us/paginas/profesional-altamente-cualificado.aspx", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "spain-remote-international-teleworking-visa-residence-authorization-for-digital-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/spain/spain-remote-international-teleworking-visa-residence-authorization-for-digital-nomad-spain/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/spain/spain-remote-international-teleworking-visa-residence-authorization-for-digital-nomad-spain/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/spain/spain-remote-international-teleworking-visa-residence-authorization-for-digital-nomad-spain/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "International teleworking visa / residence authorization for digital nomads", "routeName": "International teleworking visa / residence authorization for digital nomads", "timeline": "Visa: 1 year if outside Spain. Residence authorization: 3 years if legally in Spain; after visa year, apply for residence permit.", "summary": "Graduate/postgraduate from recognised institutions or minimum 3 years professional experience; company has real and continued activity; remote work can be carried out remotely; employment/professional relationship existed at least 3 months; visa via consulate or residence authorization via UGE if legally in Spain.", "requirements": [ "Graduate/postgraduate from recognised institutions or minimum 3 years professional experience; company has real and continued activity; remote work can be carried out remotely; employment/professional relationship existed at least 3 months; visa via consulate or residence authorization via UGE if legally in Spain.", "Add current SMI calculation separately before launch." ], "sourceName": "Spain official source", "sourceUrl": "https://prie.comercio.gob.es/en-us/paginas/teletrabajadores-caracter-internacional.aspx", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Sweden", "countryZh": "瑞典", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/sweden/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/sweden/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/sweden/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 64, "label": { "zh": "较难", "en": "Hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生 / 技术工作许可", "en": "Student / skilled work permit" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "se-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/sweden/se-student-sweden/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/sweden/se-student-sweden/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/sweden/se-student-sweden/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留许可", "en": "Residence permit for studies" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高等教育录取", "en": "Higher education admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For Nordic education, with clear funds and insurance requirements.", "requirements": [ "Final admission to full-time, on-site higher education in Sweden; distance learning is not eligible for this permit.", "Pay any required tuition fees before applying and show a valid passport, admission decision, and certified translations where needed.", "Show financial maintenance of at least SEK 10,656 per month for applications made in 2026, with higher amounts for accompanying family.", "Have comprehensive health insurance for studies shorter than one year and submit the application before travelling to Sweden, subject to limited exceptions." ], "sourceName": "Swedish Migration Agency", "sourceUrl": "https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/you-want-to-apply/study/higher-education.html", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "se-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/sweden/se-work-sweden/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/sweden/se-work-sweden/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/sweden/se-work-sweden/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作许可", "en": "Work permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主 offer + 条件达标", "en": "Employer offer + conditions met" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "Needs employer, salary, and working conditions to meet rules; from 1 June 2026 salary generally must reach 90% of Sweden's median salary, with comprehensive health insurance required for some short stays.", "requirements": [ "A signed employment contract with a Swedish employer and a role that meets the applicable Swedish labour and collective-agreement conditions.", "Monthly salary of at least SEK 34,470 under the current 90%-of-median rule, with the exact threshold and any occupation exemptions checked at application time.", "The employer must provide health, life, occupational-injury, and occupational-pension insurance; comprehensive health insurance is also required for work permits lasting up to one year.", "Valid passport, employment documents, translated evidence, biometrics, and the employer-led application through the Swedish Migration Agency." ], "sourceName": "Swedish Migration Agency", "sourceUrl": "https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/you-want-to-apply/work/employee-or-self-employed/employees.html", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "se-blue-card", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/sweden/se-blue-card-sweden/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/sweden/se-blue-card-sweden/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/sweden/se-blue-card-sweden/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "EU 蓝卡", "en": "EU Blue Card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高技能高薪工作", "en": "Highly qualified salaried work" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For applicants meeting Blue Card salary and qualification thresholds; after the 2026 reform the maximum permit period can reach four years.", "requirements": [ "A valid passport and higher education corresponding to at least 180 credits, or at least five years of relevant professional experience at a comparable level.", "A signed contract for highly qualified employment in Sweden lasting at least six months.", "Monthly salary of at least SEK 53,625 from 15 July 2026, equal to 1.25 times the Swedish average salary threshold set by the Migration Agency.", "Comprehensive health insurance, employment and qualification evidence, and the employer-led application and biometric process." ], "sourceName": "Swedish Migration Agency", "sourceUrl": "https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/you-want-to-apply/work/employee-or-self-employed/eu-blue-cards.html", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "sweden-investment-residence-permit-for-self-employed-people", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/sweden/sweden-investment-residence-permit-for-self-employed-people-sweden/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/sweden/sweden-investment-residence-permit-for-self-employed-people-sweden/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/sweden/sweden-investment-residence-permit-for-self-employed-people-sweden/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Residence permit for self-employed people", "routeName": "Residence permit for self-employed people", "timeline": "Residence permit for self-employed business; permanent residence possible on extension after meeting conditions.", "summary": "Not a passive investor route; it is for running your own business.", "requirements": [ "Swedish Migration Agency requires valid passport, good experience in the industry and running own business, relevant Swedish/English knowledge, ability to support yourself, and business-control/viability evidence.", "Extension/permanent residence requires business support after at least two years." ], "sourceName": "Sweden official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/you-want-to-apply/work/employee-or-self-employed/self-employed-people.html", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Switzerland", "countryZh": "瑞士", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/switzerland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/switzerland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/switzerland/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 82, "label": { "zh": "很难", "en": "Very hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生 / 高技能非欧盟工作配额", "en": "Student / high-skill non-EU work quota" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ch-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/switzerland/ch-student-switzerland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/switzerland/ch-student-switzerland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/switzerland/ch-student-switzerland/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取 + 州许可", "en": "School admission + cantonal permit" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For well-funded applicants at strong schools; converting to work remains hard.", "requirements": [ "Obtain acceptance from a recognised Swiss university, higher-education institution, or other eligible education provider for the intended programme.", "If the nationality requires a visa, apply for the appropriate long-stay visa through the Swiss embassy or consulate before entry; after arrival, complete the cantonal residence-permit process.", "Provide the admission or enrolment confirmation, valid passport, proof of sufficient funds, accommodation, health-insurance evidence, photographs, and any canton-specific documents requested.", "Show that study is the genuine main purpose of the stay and keep the residence permit aligned with the approved programme and canton of residence." ], "sourceName": "Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs", "sourceUrl": "https://www.dfae.admin.ch/countries/germany/en/home/visa/residency/studying.html", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "ch-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/switzerland/ch-work-switzerland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/switzerland/ch-work-switzerland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/switzerland/ch-work-switzerland/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "非欧盟高技能工签", "en": "Non-EU skilled work permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主 + 配额 + 优先招聘", "en": "Employer + quota + labour-market priority" }, "timeline": { "zh": "4-10 个月", "en": "4-10 months" }, "summary": "Very hard; usually needs senior role, strong employer support, and quota availability.", "requirements": [ "Secure a firm job offer and signed employment contract from a Swiss employer before applying.", "Meet the third-country admission standard for a highly qualified manager, specialist, or skilled professional, normally supported by higher education and relevant professional experience.", "The employer must submit the work-permit application to the competent canton and demonstrate labour-market priority, including that no suitable Swiss or EU/EFTA worker is available where the rule applies.", "Meet the annual quota, salary and working-condition, personal-qualification, and overall Swiss economic-interest requirements, then obtain the visa or residence authorisation before starting work." ], "sourceName": "Swiss State Secretariat for Migration (SEM)", "sourceUrl": "https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home/themen/arbeit/nicht-eu_efta-angehoerige/grundlagen_zur_arbeitsmarktzulassung.html", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "ch-business", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/switzerland/ch-business-switzerland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/switzerland/ch-business-switzerland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/switzerland/ch-business-switzerland/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "商业/自雇个案", "en": "Business or self-employed case" }, "routeName": { "zh": "州级商业利益", "en": "Cantonal economic interest" }, "timeline": { "zh": "4-10 个月", "en": "4-10 months" }, "summary": "For applicants with strong funding and economic value; ordinary remote work does not fit.", "requirements": [ "Official Swiss guidance states foreign nationals such as students, pensioners or private-means individuals can take up residence without gainful employment if they meet nationality-dependent criteria.", "EU/EFTA economically inactive persons need adequate financial means and full health insurance; third-country nationals face stricter cantonal/FNIA rules.", "Adequate financial means and full health insurance required; specific amounts depend on canton/category." ], "sourceName": "Switzerland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.ch.ch/en/foreign-nationals-in-switzerland/entry-and-stay-in-switzerland/living-in-switzerland-without-gainful-employment/", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "switzerland-longTerm-residence-without-gainful-employment", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/switzerland/switzerland-longterm-residence-without-gainful-employment-switzerland/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/switzerland/switzerland-longterm-residence-without-gainful-employment-switzerland/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/switzerland/switzerland-longterm-residence-without-gainful-employment-switzerland/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Residence without gainful employment", "routeName": "Residence without gainful employment", "timeline": "EU/EFTA B permit typically 5 years if conditions met; third-country duration depends on cantonal approval.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Official Swiss guidance states foreign nationals such as students, pensioners or private-means individuals can take up residence without gainful employment if they meet nationality-dependent criteria.", "EU/EFTA economically inactive persons need adequate financial means and full health insurance; third-country nationals face stricter cantonal/FNIA rules.", "Adequate financial means and full health insurance required; specific amounts depend on canton/category." ], "sourceName": "Switzerland official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.ch.ch/en/foreign-nationals-in-switzerland/entry-and-stay-in-switzerland/living-in-switzerland-without-gainful-employment/", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] }, { "country": "Taiwan", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/taiwan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/taiwan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/taiwan/" }, "routes": [ { "id": "taiwan-study-resident-visa-for-studying-mandarin-chinese-resident-visa-for-foreign-st", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/taiwan/taiwan-study-resident-visa-for-studying-mandarin-chinese-resident-visa-for-foreign-st-taiwan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/taiwan/taiwan-study-resident-visa-for-studying-mandarin-chinese-resident-visa-for-foreign-st-taiwan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/taiwan/taiwan-study-resident-visa-for-studying-mandarin-chinese-resident-visa-for-foreign-st-taiwan/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Resident Visa for studying Mandarin Chinese / Resident Visa for foreign students", "routeName": "Resident Visa for studying Mandarin Chinese / Resident Visa for foreign students", "timeline": "Resident visa followed by ARC/residence formalities; validity linked to study programme and permit.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Passport valid at least 6 months; application; admission/enrolment certificate; health certificate; supporting education documents; documents may need authentication/translation.", "Financial proof may be required depending on route; health certificate is official requirement for resident-visa categories." ], "sourceName": "Taiwan official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-166-285-041cb-2.html", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "taiwan-skilled-resident-visa-for-white-collar-workers-work-permit-arc", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/taiwan/taiwan-skilled-resident-visa-for-white-collar-workers-work-permit-arc-taiwan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/taiwan/taiwan-skilled-resident-visa-for-white-collar-workers-work-permit-arc-taiwan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/taiwan/taiwan-skilled-resident-visa-for-white-collar-workers-work-permit-arc-taiwan/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Resident Visa for White Collar Workers + work permit / ARC", "routeName": "Resident Visa for White Collar Workers + work permit / ARC", "timeline": "Resident visa is used for entry/stay linked to employment; ARC required for residence after arrival. Work tied to approved employer/work permit.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "BOCA states employer must apply for a work permit from competent authority, and the remaining period of employment on the work permit must be more than 6 months at time of resident visa application.", "Documents include visa form, passport and supporting documents depending on case.", "No universal salary threshold for all white-collar work in BOCA source.", "Employment-seeking visa has separate NT$100,000 funds requirement and should not be mixed with employment resident visa." ], "sourceName": "Taiwan official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-166-276-48430-2.html", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "taiwan-investment-taiwan-entrepreneur-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/taiwan/taiwan-investment-taiwan-entrepreneur-visa-taiwan/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/taiwan/taiwan-investment-taiwan-entrepreneur-visa-taiwan/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/taiwan/taiwan-investment-taiwan-entrepreneur-visa-taiwan/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Taiwan Entrepreneur Visa", "routeName": "Taiwan Entrepreneur Visa", "timeline": "Entrepreneur Visa offers 2 years residency and extension without leaving Taiwan according to official startup portal summary.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Applicant/team must meet at least one innovation/startup criterion such as qualifying investment, innovation capability, IP/professional skill, incubation/park stationing and recommendation, startup/design awards, or approved entrepreneurship projects.", "One official criterion is received domestic/foreign investment of at least NT$2 million; not every applicant must qualify through investment if another criterion applies." ], "sourceName": "Taiwan official source", "sourceUrl": "https://startup.sme.gov.tw/en/permit", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Thailand", "countryZh": "泰国", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/thailand/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 22, "label": { "zh": "很容易", "en": "Very easy" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "DTV 目的地泰国签", "en": "Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "th-dtv", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/th-dtv-thailand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/th-dtv-thailand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/thailand/th-dtv-thailand/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "DTV 目的地泰国签", "en": "Destination Thailand Visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "远程工作/软实力活动", "en": "Remote work or soft-power activities" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-8 周", "en": "2-8 weeks" }, "summary": "Currently very friendly for remote earners and low-friction first landing; Thailand approved changes to visa-exemption and visa-on-arrival schemes in May 2026, so recheck entry rules before travel.", "requirements": [ "Passport biodata page, recent photo, current-location document, financial evidence, and employment contract/certificate or professional portfolio showing digital nomad/remote worker/foreign talent/freelancer status.", "Financial evidence of not less than THB 500,000; London embassy expresses this as no less than GBP 11,000." ], "sourceName": "Thailand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://london.thaiembassy.org/en/page/destination-thailand-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "th-ltr", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/th-ltr-thailand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/th-ltr-thailand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/thailand/th-ltr-thailand/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "LTR 长期居留", "en": "Long-Term Resident Visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "高收入远程/专业人士", "en": "High-income remote or professional route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For people meeting income/assets thresholds; longer-term than DTV but higher bar.", "requirements": [ "Apply through BOI LTR; category-specific evidence; health insurance or equivalent financial evidence; dependants may be eligible.", "Wealthy Pensioner: age 50+ with personal income USD 80,000/year, or USD 40,000/year plus USD 250,000 investment in Thailand.", "Wealthy Global Citizen requires high assets/investment criteria." ], "sourceName": "Thailand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://ltr.boi.go.th/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "th-education", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/th-education-thailand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/th-education-thailand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/thailand/th-education-thailand/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "ED 教育签", "en": "ED education visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "语言/学校课程", "en": "Language or school course" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For compliant language, Muay Thai, or course-based stays.", "requirements": [ "Passport biodata page, recent photo, proof of current location, financial evidence, letter from relevant authority where required, and enrolment/confirmation letter from school or institution.", "Financial evidence required; exact amount may vary by embassy/course type." ], "sourceName": "Thailand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://london.thaiembassy.org/en/page/education-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "thailand-skilled-non-immigrant-b-visa-for-employment-plus-thai-work-permit", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/thailand-skilled-non-immigrant-b-visa-for-employment-plus-thai-work-permit-thailand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/thailand-skilled-non-immigrant-b-visa-for-employment-plus-thai-work-permit-thailand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/thailand/thailand-skilled-non-immigrant-b-visa-for-employment-plus-thai-work-permit-thailand/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Non-Immigrant B visa for employment plus Thai work permit", "routeName": "Non-Immigrant B visa for employment plus Thai work permit", "timeline": "Embassy information commonly issues a single-entry Non-B with 3-month validity and stay up to 90 days; longer stay/work authorisation depends on extension/work permit.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "For employment entry, applicant needs passport valid at least 6 months, visa form, photo and employer documents.", "Embassy checklists include employer cover letter naming position, salary, employment period and visa type, company registration/business licence and shareholder list.", "Work permit is required after/alongside Non-B process.", "Thai MFA page includes adequate finance for business applicants of THB 20,000 per person / THB 40,000 per family; employment requirements focus on employer documents rather than a universal salary threshold." ], "sourceName": "Thailand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mfa.go.th/en/page/non-immigrant-visa-b?menu=5e1ff6f857b01e00a84023d4", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "thailand-remote-destination-thailand-visa-dtv-workcation-category", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/thailand-remote-destination-thailand-visa-dtv-workcation-category-thailand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/thailand-remote-destination-thailand-visa-dtv-workcation-category-thailand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/thailand/thailand-remote-destination-thailand-visa-dtv-workcation-category-thailand/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) - Workcation category", "routeName": "Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) - Workcation category", "timeline": "Visa validity 5 years, multiple entries; period of stay 180 days per entry; one-time extension up to another 180 days per entry; then must depart/re-enter within visa validity.", "summary": "Passport biodata page, recent photo, current-location document, financial evidence, and employment contract/certificate or professional portfolio showing digital nomad/remote worker/foreign talent/freelancer status.", "requirements": [ "Passport biodata page, recent photo, current-location document, financial evidence, and employment contract/certificate or professional portfolio showing digital nomad/remote worker/foreign talent/freelancer status.", "Financial evidence of not less than THB 500,000; London embassy expresses this as no less than GBP 11,000." ], "sourceName": "Thailand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://london.thaiembassy.org/en/page/destination-thailand-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "thailand-study-non-immigrant-ed-visa-education-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/thailand-study-non-immigrant-ed-visa-education-visa-thailand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/thailand-study-non-immigrant-ed-visa-education-visa-thailand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/thailand/thailand-study-non-immigrant-ed-visa-education-visa-thailand/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Non-Immigrant ED visa / Education visa", "routeName": "Non-Immigrant ED visa / Education visa", "timeline": "Often issued initially for 90 days with extensions/permission tied to study; exact validity depends on course and consulate.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Passport biodata page, recent photo, proof of current location, financial evidence, letter from relevant authority where required, and enrolment/confirmation letter from school or institution.", "Financial evidence required; exact amount may vary by embassy/course type." ], "sourceName": "Thailand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://london.thaiembassy.org/en/page/education-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "thailand-investment-smart-visa-investor-executive-startup-entrepreneur-categories-other-busi", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/thailand-investment-smart-visa-investor-executive-startup-entrepreneur-categories-other-busi-thailand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/thailand-investment-smart-visa-investor-executive-startup-entrepreneur-categories-other-busi-thailand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/thailand/thailand-investment-smart-visa-investor-executive-startup-entrepreneur-categories-other-busi-thailand/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "SMART Visa: Investor, Executive, Startup Entrepreneur categories; other business/non-immigrant routes may also apply", "routeName": "SMART Visa: Investor, Executive, Startup Entrepreneur categories; other business/non-immigrant routes may also apply", "timeline": "Varies by SMART Visa category; often multi-year permission depending on category and qualification approval.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Qualification is verified by relevant agencies and BOI; categories cover investors, executives and startup entrepreneurs in targeted industries.", "Applicants must satisfy category-specific investment, company, role, insurance and other conditions." ], "sourceName": "Thailand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://smart-visa.boi.go.th/", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "thailand-longTerm-long-term-resident-ltr-wealthy-pensioner-wealthy-global-citizen", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/thailand-longterm-long-term-resident-ltr-wealthy-pensioner-wealthy-global-citizen-thailand/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/thailand/thailand-longterm-long-term-resident-ltr-wealthy-pensioner-wealthy-global-citizen-thailand/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/thailand/thailand-longterm-long-term-resident-ltr-wealthy-pensioner-wealthy-global-citizen-thailand/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Long-Term Resident (LTR): Wealthy Pensioner / Wealthy Global Citizen", "routeName": "Long-Term Resident (LTR): Wealthy Pensioner / Wealthy Global Citizen", "timeline": "LTR is a 10-year visa structure, typically permission in two 5-year terms.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Apply through BOI LTR; category-specific evidence; health insurance or equivalent financial evidence; dependants may be eligible.", "Wealthy Pensioner: age 50+ with personal income USD 80,000/year, or USD 40,000/year plus USD 250,000 investment in Thailand.", "Wealthy Global Citizen requires high assets/investment criteria." ], "sourceName": "Thailand official source", "sourceUrl": "https://ltr.boi.go.th/", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Turkey", "countryZh": "土耳其", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/turkey/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 42, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "短期/自雇临时居留", "en": "Short-term / self-employment residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "tr-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/tr-student-turkey/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/tr-student-turkey/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/turkey/tr-student-turkey/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生居留", "en": "Student residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For lower-cost study and trial living.", "requirements": [ "Residence permit application/registration form, biometric photographs, passport copy, student certificate, and address/accommodation evidence after entry/registration.", "Passport must be valid at least 60 days longer than requested permit period; health insurance/fees may apply depending on age/status." ], "sourceName": "Turkey official source", "sourceUrl": "https://e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr/Ikamet/BasvuruFormuOrnegiGecis/BasvuruFormuBos?tur=5", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "tr-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/tr-work-turkey/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/tr-work-turkey/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/turkey/tr-work-turkey/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作许可", "en": "Work permit" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主申请", "en": "Employer application" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "Employer applies through labour authorities.", "requirements": [ "To work in Türkiye, the foreign national applies at a Turkish mission for a work permit/visa using passport, visa application form and employer letter; the employer submits required documents to the Ministry of Labour and Social Security within 10 working days after the application.", "Employer-led application; domestic applications require qualifying residence status in many cases.", "Employer/role criteria apply." ], "sourceName": "Turkey official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mfa.gov.tr/general-information-about-turkish-visas.en.mfa", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "tr-short-term", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/tr-short-term-turkey/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/tr-short-term-turkey/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/turkey/tr-short-term-turkey/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "短期居留", "en": "Short-term residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "房产/商业/其他目的", "en": "Property, business, or other purposes" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-4 个月", "en": "1-4 months" }, "summary": "Can be a first landing status, but renewals and no-work limits need checking.", "requirements": [ "Turkey’s official migration page lists short-term residence permit bases and states the permit is generally issued for up to 2 years each time, except certain categories such as investment/TRNC.", "Conditions are under Article 32; applicants need a valid purpose and may need proof of financial possibility and health insurance depending on category.", "No single official passive-income threshold found for this route.", "Do not use unofficial '$500/month' thresholds as verified official figures." ], "sourceName": "Turkey official source", "sourceUrl": "https://en.goc.gov.tr/residence-permit-types", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "turkey-remote-digital-nomad-visa-identification-certificate", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/turkey-remote-digital-nomad-visa-identification-certificate-turkey/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/turkey-remote-digital-nomad-visa-identification-certificate-turkey/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/turkey/turkey-remote-digital-nomad-visa-identification-certificate-turkey/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Digital Nomad Visa / Identification Certificate", "routeName": "Digital Nomad Visa / Identification Certificate", "timeline": "Typically used for short-term residence; exact residence duration should be checked at application/consulate stage.", "summary": "A remote-income route for applicants working for overseas employers, clients, or businesses.", "requirements": [ "Eligible nationals only; remote worker/self-employed with non-Turkish work; university graduate; passport validity; biometric photo; digital nomad identification certificate process.", "US$3,000 monthly income or US$36,000 annually." ], "sourceName": "Turkey official source", "sourceUrl": "https://digitalnomads.goturkiye.com/application-requirements-for-digital-nomad-visa-and-short-term-residence", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "turkey-study-student-residence-permit", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/turkey-study-student-residence-permit-turkey/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/turkey-study-student-residence-permit-turkey/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/turkey/turkey-study-student-residence-permit-turkey/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Student residence permit", "routeName": "Student residence permit", "timeline": "Student residence permit validity tied to study period and passport validity.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Residence permit application/registration form, biometric photographs, passport copy, student certificate, and address/accommodation evidence after entry/registration.", "Passport must be valid at least 60 days longer than requested permit period; health insurance/fees may apply depending on age/status." ], "sourceName": "Turkey official source", "sourceUrl": "https://e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr/Ikamet/BasvuruFormuOrnegiGecis/BasvuruFormuBos?tur=5", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "turkey-skilled-work-permit-and-work-visa-process", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/turkey-skilled-work-permit-and-work-visa-process-turkey/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/turkey-skilled-work-permit-and-work-visa-process-turkey/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/turkey/turkey-skilled-work-permit-and-work-visa-process-turkey/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Work permit and work visa process", "routeName": "Work permit and work visa process", "timeline": "Work authorisation tied to the permit and employer/work details.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "To work in Türkiye, the foreign national applies at a Turkish mission for a work permit/visa using passport, visa application form and employer letter; the employer submits required documents to the Ministry of Labour and Social Security within 10 working days after the application.", "Employer-led application; domestic applications require qualifying residence status in many cases.", "Employer/role criteria apply." ], "sourceName": "Turkey official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.mfa.gov.tr/general-information-about-turkish-visas.en.mfa", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "turkey-investment-short-term-residence-permit-by-qualifying-investment-separate-citizenshi", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/turkey-investment-short-term-residence-permit-by-qualifying-investment-separate-citizenshi-turkey/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/turkey-investment-short-term-residence-permit-by-qualifying-investment-separate-citizenshi-turkey/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/turkey/turkey-investment-short-term-residence-permit-by-qualifying-investment-separate-citizenshi-turkey/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Short-term residence permit by qualifying investment; separate citizenship-by-investment eligibility", "routeName": "Short-term residence permit by qualifying investment; separate citizenship-by-investment eligibility", "timeline": "Short residence permit by investment; citizenship-by-investment is separate exceptional process.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Official investment agency lists qualifying criteria for residence/citizenship-related investment: fixed capital investment, real estate purchase, job creation, bank deposit, government bonds, investment fund/VC fund shares, or private pension contribution.", "Real estate route: at least USD 400,000 and no resale for at least 3 years.", "USD 500,000 fixed capital; USD 400,000 real estate; 50 jobs; USD 500,000 bank deposit/government bonds/fund shares/pension contribution, generally held 3 years." ], "sourceName": "Turkey official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.invest.gov.tr/en/investmentguide/pages/obtaining-a-residence-permit.aspx", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "turkey-longTerm-short-term-residence-permit-purpose-specific-no-pure-retirement-passive-", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/turkey-longterm-short-term-residence-permit-purpose-specific-no-pure-retirement-passive-turkey/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/turkey/turkey-longterm-short-term-residence-permit-purpose-specific-no-pure-retirement-passive-turkey/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/turkey/turkey-longterm-short-term-residence-permit-purpose-specific-no-pure-retirement-passive-turkey/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Short-term residence permit, purpose-specific; no pure retirement/passive-income visa", "routeName": "Short-term residence permit, purpose-specific; no pure retirement/passive-income visa", "timeline": "Short-term residence permit generally up to 2 years each time; investment category can be up to 5 years.", "summary": "Adjacent long-stay route exists; not a dedicated passive-income/retirement visa.", "requirements": [ "Turkey’s official migration page lists short-term residence permit bases and states the permit is generally issued for up to 2 years each time, except certain categories such as investment/TRNC.", "Conditions are under Article 32; applicants need a valid purpose and may need proof of financial possibility and health insurance depending on category.", "No single official passive-income threshold found for this route.", "Do not use unofficial '$500/month' thresholds as verified official figures." ], "sourceName": "Turkey official source", "sourceUrl": "https://en.goc.gov.tr/residence-permit-types", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "United Arab Emirates", "countryZh": "阿联酋", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-arab-emirates/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 38, "label": { "zh": "较易", "en": "Easier" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "虚拟工作居留", "en": "Virtual work residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "ae-virtual-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/ae-virtual-work-united-arab-emirates/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/ae-virtual-work-united-arab-emirates/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-arab-emirates/ae-virtual-work-united-arab-emirates/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "虚拟工作居留", "en": "Virtual Work Residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "境外雇主/远程收入", "en": "Foreign employer or remote income" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "Good for remote earners, with mature English and landing services; do not confuse the GCC-resident eVisa rules with Virtual Work Residence.", "requirements": [ "Foreign national may live in UAE while working for an employer/company outside UAE.", "Dubai programme page confirms one-year virtual working/residency programme; UAE portal confirms virtual work visa concept.", "Dubai government programme cites salary of at least USD 3,500/month.", "UAE portal and ICP details should be checked at application step for current documentation and any owner/employee differences." ], "sourceName": "United Arab Emirates official source", "sourceUrl": "https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/residence-visas/residence-visa-for-working-outside-the-uae", "reviewed": "2026-07-16" }, { "id": "ae-green", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/ae-green-united-arab-emirates/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/ae-green-united-arab-emirates/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-arab-emirates/ae-green-united-arab-emirates/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "绿色签证", "en": "Green Visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "自由职业/高技能/投资", "en": "Freelance, skilled, or investor route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-4 个月", "en": "1-4 months" }, "summary": "For freelancers, skilled professionals, or self-employed earners.", "requirements": [ "Standard work visa is for employees in government, private sector and free zones; requires employment/sponsorship and associated residence permit process.", "Green Visa for skilled employees is self-sponsored and has its own skill/salary/education requirements.", "Standard work visa has no single universal public salary threshold.", "Green Visa skilled employee criteria include skill classification, employment contract, bachelor's degree/equivalent and minimum salary rules that must be checked on official UAE pages." ], "sourceName": "United Arab Emirates official source", "sourceUrl": "https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/residence-visas/residence-visa-for-working-in-the-uae", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "ae-employment", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/ae-employment-united-arab-emirates/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/ae-employment-united-arab-emirates/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-arab-emirates/ae-employment-united-arab-emirates/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "就业居留", "en": "Employment residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主担保", "en": "Employer sponsorship" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "For people with a UAE employer offer.", "requirements": [ "Standard work visa is for employees in government, private sector and free zones; requires employment/sponsorship and associated residence permit process.", "Green Visa for skilled employees is self-sponsored and has its own skill/salary/education requirements.", "Standard work visa has no single universal public salary threshold.", "Green Visa skilled employee criteria include skill classification, employment contract, bachelor's degree/equivalent and minimum salary rules that must be checked on official UAE pages." ], "sourceName": "United Arab Emirates official source", "sourceUrl": "https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/residence-visas/residence-visa-for-working-in-the-uae", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "united-arab-emirates-remote-uae-virtual-work-residence-dubai-one-year-virtual-working-programme", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-remote-uae-virtual-work-residence-dubai-one-year-virtual-working-programme-united-arab-emirates/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-remote-uae-virtual-work-residence-dubai-one-year-virtual-working-programme-united-arab-emirates/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-remote-uae-virtual-work-residence-dubai-one-year-virtual-working-programme-united-arab-emirates/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "UAE virtual work residence / Dubai one-year virtual working programme", "routeName": "UAE virtual work residence / Dubai one-year virtual working programme", "timeline": "Dubai programme: one year. Renewal/application conditions should be verified with ICP/GDRFA at application date.", "summary": "Foreign national may live in UAE while working for an employer/company outside UAE. Dubai programme page confirms one-year virtual working/residency programme; UAE portal confirms virtual work visa concept.", "requirements": [ "Foreign national may live in UAE while working for an employer/company outside UAE.", "Dubai programme page confirms one-year virtual working/residency programme; UAE portal confirms virtual work visa concept.", "Dubai government programme cites salary of at least USD 3,500/month.", "UAE portal and ICP details should be checked at application step for current documentation and any owner/employee differences." ], "sourceName": "United Arab Emirates official source", "sourceUrl": "https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/residence-visas/residence-visa-for-working-outside-the-uae", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "united-arab-emirates-study-residence-visa-for-studying-in-the-uae", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-study-residence-visa-for-studying-in-the-uae-united-arab-emirates/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-study-residence-visa-for-studying-in-the-uae-united-arab-emirates/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-study-residence-visa-for-studying-in-the-uae-united-arab-emirates/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Residence visa for studying in the UAE", "routeName": "Residence visa for studying in the UAE", "timeline": "Residence duration is determined by the study programme; UAE portal also notes remaining period after completion under rules.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Student must be sponsored by a UAE-resident parent or by an accredited university/college; passport; entry permit/residence process; medical fitness and Emirates ID/biometrics usually part of residence formalities.", "Passport valid for at least 6 months noted by ICP; financial/admission requirements depend on sponsor and institution." ], "sourceName": "United Arab Emirates official source", "sourceUrl": "https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/residence-visas/residence-visa-for-studying-in-the-uae", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "united-arab-emirates-skilled-residence-visa-for-working-in-the-uae-standard-work-visa-green-visa-for-", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-skilled-residence-visa-for-working-in-the-uae-standard-work-visa-green-visa-for-united-arab-emirates/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-skilled-residence-visa-for-working-in-the-uae-standard-work-visa-green-visa-for-united-arab-emirates/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-skilled-residence-visa-for-working-in-the-uae-standard-work-visa-green-visa-for-united-arab-emirates/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Residence visa for working in the UAE – standard work visa / Green Visa for skilled employees", "routeName": "Residence visa for working in the UAE – standard work visa / Green Visa for skilled employees", "timeline": "Dubai GDRFA notes private-sector residence permits are generally 2 years and renewable. Green Residence is generally 5 years.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Standard work visa is for employees in government, private sector and free zones; requires employment/sponsorship and associated residence permit process.", "Green Visa for skilled employees is self-sponsored and has its own skill/salary/education requirements.", "Standard work visa has no single universal public salary threshold.", "Green Visa skilled employee criteria include skill classification, employment contract, bachelor's degree/equivalent and minimum salary rules that must be checked on official UAE pages." ], "sourceName": "United Arab Emirates official source", "sourceUrl": "https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/residence-visas/residence-visa-for-working-in-the-uae", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" }, { "id": "united-arab-emirates-investment-golden-visa-for-investors-entrepreneurs-green-residence-for-investors-pa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-investment-golden-visa-for-investors-entrepreneurs-green-residence-for-investors-pa-united-arab-emirates/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-investment-golden-visa-for-investors-entrepreneurs-green-residence-for-investors-pa-united-arab-emirates/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-investment-golden-visa-for-investors-entrepreneurs-green-residence-for-investors-pa-united-arab-emirates/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Golden Visa for investors/entrepreneurs; Green residence for investors/partners establishing or participating in commercial activity", "routeName": "Golden Visa for investors/entrepreneurs; Green residence for investors/partners establishing or participating in commercial activity", "timeline": "Golden Visa generally 5 or 10 years depending on category; Green residence generally 5 years.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Investor/entrepreneur eligibility depends on public investment, real estate investment, innovative/technical project approval, or commercial activity participation; documents vary by emirate and authority.", "Route-specific.", "Official UAE portal lists investor and entrepreneur Golden Visa categories and Green residence for investors, but exact capital/document requirements must be captured by route and emirate/issuing authority." ], "sourceName": "United Arab Emirates official source", "sourceUrl": "https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/residence-visas/golden-visa", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" }, { "id": "united-arab-emirates-longTerm-residence-visa-for-retired-foreigners-dubai-retirement-route", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-longterm-residence-visa-for-retired-foreigners-dubai-retirement-route-united-arab-emirates/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-longterm-residence-visa-for-retired-foreigners-dubai-retirement-route-united-arab-emirates/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-arab-emirates/united-arab-emirates-longterm-residence-visa-for-retired-foreigners-dubai-retirement-route-united-arab-emirates/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Residence visa for retired foreigners / Dubai retirement route", "routeName": "Residence visa for retired foreigners / Dubai retirement route", "timeline": "5-year renewable retirement residence visa if conditions continue to be met.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Retired foreigner; personal photo; passport; medical/Emirates ID process; proof of income/pension or property/savings depending on emirate; Dubai route lists annual fixed income requirement.", "Official UAE portal says Dubai annual fixed income must be at least AED 240,000 or equivalent; Dubai/GDRFA route also accepts specified property/savings options." ], "sourceName": "United Arab Emirates official source", "sourceUrl": "https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/residence-visas/residence-visa-for-the-retired", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "United Kingdom", "countryZh": "英国", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-kingdom/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 58, "label": { "zh": "中等", "en": "Medium" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "学生签 / 毕业生路径", "en": "Student visa / Graduate route" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "uk-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/uk-student-united-kingdom/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/uk-student-united-kingdom/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-kingdom/uk-student-united-kingdom/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签证", "en": "Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "担保学校 + CAS", "en": "Licensed sponsor + CAS" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "Good for UK study, but the July 2026 Immigration Rules changes keep the policy direction tight; watch Graduate route, dependant, and settlement rules.", "requirements": [ "Applicant aged 16+ with offer from licensed student sponsor; Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies; enough money; English-language ability; parental consent where under 18.", "Must show funds unless exempt; amount depends on course fees and living-cost location/time; health surcharge applies." ], "sourceName": "United Kingdom official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.uk/student-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "uk-skilled", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/uk-skilled-united-kingdom/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/uk-skilled-united-kingdom/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-kingdom/uk-skilled-united-kingdom/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "Skilled Worker", "en": "Skilled Worker" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主担保 + CoS", "en": "Employer sponsorship + CoS" }, "timeline": { "zh": "1-3 个月", "en": "1-3 months" }, "summary": "Needs approved employer, eligible occupation, and salary threshold; after 2026 changes, check current skill level, salary, and settlement timeline rules.", "requirements": [ "Allows someone to come to or stay in the UK to do an eligible job with an approved employer.", "Requirements include approved sponsor, eligible job, Certificate of Sponsorship, salary and English language rules.", "Minimum salary depends on occupation, route rules and tradeable points; must have licensed sponsor and CoS." ], "sourceName": "United Kingdom official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "uk-global-talent", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/uk-global-talent-united-kingdom/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/uk-global-talent-united-kingdom/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-kingdom/uk-global-talent-united-kingdom/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "Global Talent", "en": "Global Talent" }, "routeName": { "zh": "科技/科研/文化背书", "en": "Tech, research, arts, or culture endorsement" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For strong profiles; not employer-tied but high bar. Lower employer-dependence than Skilled Worker, but harder to qualify for.", "requirements": [ "Be aged 18 or over and work in an eligible field such as science, engineering, medicine, digital technology, or arts and culture.", "Usually obtain endorsement from the relevant authorised endorsing body, or qualify through a listed prestigious prize.", "Submit the endorsement evidence and then the visa application, including passport, biometrics, and the applicable fee and Immigration Health Charge.", "Apply for the visa within three months of the endorsement letter where endorsement is used." ], "sourceName": "UK Visas and Immigration / GOV.UK", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules/immigration-rules-appendix-global-talent", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "united-kingdom-study-student-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-study-student-visa-united-kingdom/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-study-student-visa-united-kingdom/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-study-student-visa-united-kingdom/" }, "category": "study", "title": "Student visa", "routeName": "Student visa", "timeline": "Length depends on course and previous study; extension/switching possible if eligible.", "summary": "A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.", "requirements": [ "Applicant aged 16+ with offer from licensed student sponsor; Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies; enough money; English-language ability; parental consent where under 18.", "Must show funds unless exempt; amount depends on course fees and living-cost location/time; health surcharge applies." ], "sourceName": "United Kingdom official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.uk/student-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "united-kingdom-skilled-skilled-worker-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-skilled-skilled-worker-visa-united-kingdom/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-skilled-skilled-worker-visa-united-kingdom/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-skilled-skilled-worker-visa-united-kingdom/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Skilled Worker visa", "routeName": "Skilled Worker visa", "timeline": "Work restricted to sponsored role with permitted supplementary work rules; settlement pathway possible after qualifying period if eligible.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Allows someone to come to or stay in the UK to do an eligible job with an approved employer.", "Requirements include approved sponsor, eligible job, Certificate of Sponsorship, salary and English language rules.", "Minimum salary depends on occupation, route rules and tradeable points; must have licensed sponsor and CoS." ], "sourceName": "United Kingdom official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "united-kingdom-investment-innovator-founder-visa", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-investment-innovator-founder-visa-united-kingdom/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-investment-innovator-founder-visa-united-kingdom/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-investment-innovator-founder-visa-united-kingdom/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Innovator Founder visa", "routeName": "Innovator Founder visa", "timeline": "Can stay 3 years; no limit on extensions; ILR possible after 3 years if requirements met.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "Applicant must be 18+, meet English requirement, have enough personal savings, and have a business/idea assessed and endorsed by an authorized endorsing body.", "Business idea must be new, innovative, viable and scalable.", "If setting up a new business, applicant must prove sufficient funding and source to the endorsing body; no fixed minimum investment amount on GOV.UK.", "Personal maintenance: at least £1,270 held for 28 consecutive days, unless exempt.", "Business funding amount depends on endorsing body's assessment." ], "sourceName": "United Kingdom official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.uk/innovator-founder-visa", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "united-kingdom-longTerm-retired-person-of-independent-means-closed-no-general-passive-income-rou", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-longterm-retired-person-of-independent-means-closed-no-general-passive-income-rou-united-kingdom/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-longterm-retired-person-of-independent-means-closed-no-general-passive-income-rou-united-kingdom/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-kingdom/united-kingdom-longterm-retired-person-of-independent-means-closed-no-general-passive-income-rou-united-kingdom/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "Retired Person of Independent Means — closed; no general passive-income route", "routeName": "Retired Person of Independent Means — closed; no general passive-income route", "timeline": "Existing holders may extend for maximum 5 years under guidance.", "summary": "Closed to new applicants.", "requirements": [ "The retired person of independent means category is closed for new applicants; guidance only applies to people who already have permission and are extending/settling.", "Do not list as an open first visa route.", "Closed route; do not quote as current entry requirement." ], "sourceName": "United Kingdom official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/extend-your-stay-as-a-retired-person-of-independent-means/extend-your-stay-as-a-retired-person-of-independent-means", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "United States", "countryZh": "美国", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-states/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-states/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-states/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 66, "label": { "zh": "较难", "en": "Hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "F-1 学生签 / 雇主抽签工作签", "en": "F-1 student visa / employer lottery work route" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "us-f1", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-states/us-f1-united-states/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-states/us-f1-united-states/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-states/us-f1-united-states/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "F-1 学生签", "en": "F-1 student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "SEVP 学校 I-20", "en": "SEVP school I-20" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For quality schools and long-term career planning; interview and funds story matter, while visa-service locations and screening procedures can change.", "requirements": [ "Apply to and be accepted by a Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-approved school for an eligible academic or vocational programme.", "Receive the school's Form I-20, register in SEVIS, and pay the required I-901 SEVIS fee before applying for the student visa.", "Submit the visa application and required identity documents, then attend the consular interview with the Form I-20 and evidence supporting the study plan and ability to fund the programme and stay.", "Keep the F-1 status tied to the approved course and school; any employment must fit an authorised student-work category such as permitted on-campus work, CPT, or OPT." ], "sourceName": "U.S. Department of State", "sourceUrl": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/study/student-visa.html", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "us-h1b", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-states/us-h1b-united-states/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-states/us-h1b-united-states/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-states/us-h1b-united-states/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "H-1B 工作签", "en": "H-1B specialty occupation" }, "routeName": { "zh": "雇主担保 + 抽签/名额", "en": "Employer sponsorship + lottery/cap" }, "timeline": { "zh": "6-12 个月", "en": "6-12 months" }, "summary": "For specialty roles, but lottery and employer dependence make it uncertain; check cap rules, consular procedures, and the Visa Bulletin at the time of application.", "requirements": [ "Have a qualifying U.S. job in a specialty occupation that normally requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a directly related field.", "A U.S. employer or qualifying petitioner must file the required H-1B petition, with the certified labour-condition information and evidence that the role and beneficiary meet the specialty-occupation rules.", "If the role is cap-subject, complete the applicable electronic registration and selection process before filing the full petition; cap-exempt cases follow different rules.", "After petition approval, complete the visa or change-of-status process and work only in the approved employer, role, locations, and validity period unless a lawful portability or amended-petition rule applies." ], "sourceName": "U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)", "sourceUrl": "https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/h-1b-specialty-occupations", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "us-o1", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-states/us-o1-united-states/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-states/us-o1-united-states/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-states/us-o1-united-states/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "O-1 杰出人才", "en": "O-1 extraordinary ability" }, "routeName": { "zh": "强履历/奖项/媒体/作品", "en": "Strong profile, awards, media, or portfolio" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For strong tech, arts, founder, or academic profiles; consular service and additional screening policies can affect timing.", "requirements": [ "Show extraordinary ability in the sciences, education, business, or athletics, or extraordinary achievement in the arts, motion picture, or television, with evidence meeting the applicable USCIS standard.", "Have a U.S. employer or qualifying U.S. agent file Form I-129 with the petition evidence, consultation or advisory material where required, and the proposed employment or itinerary.", "Provide a credible work plan and evidence that the proposed U.S. activity is in the field in which the applicant has extraordinary ability or achievement.", "After approval, complete the visa or change-of-status process and work only within the approved petition and validity period; an O-1 is not a general open work permit." ], "sourceName": "U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)", "sourceUrl": "https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-workers/o-1-visa-individuals-with-extraordinary-ability-or-achievement", "reviewed": "2026-06" }, { "id": "united-states-investment-international-entrepreneur-parole-e-2-treaty-investor-eb-5-immigrant-inv", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-states/united-states-investment-international-entrepreneur-parole-e-2-treaty-investor-eb-5-immigrant-inv-united-states/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/united-states/united-states-investment-international-entrepreneur-parole-e-2-treaty-investor-eb-5-immigrant-inv-united-states/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/united-states/united-states-investment-international-entrepreneur-parole-e-2-treaty-investor-eb-5-immigrant-inv-united-states/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": "International Entrepreneur Parole / E-2 Treaty Investor / EB-5 Immigrant Investor", "routeName": "International Entrepreneur Parole / E-2 Treaty Investor / EB-5 Immigrant Investor", "timeline": "Route-specific: parole, nonimmigrant visa, or immigrant green card pathway.", "summary": "A longer-stay route based on its specific eligibility requirements.", "requirements": [ "USCIS lists options for alien entrepreneurs, including parole/nonimmigrant and immigrant pathways.", "International Entrepreneur Rule can allow up to 3 entrepreneurs per startup to be eligible for parole.", "EB-5 is an immigrant investor route.", "E-2 depends on treaty nationality and substantial investment." ], "sourceName": "United States official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/options-for-alien-entrepreneurs-to-work-in-the-united-states", "reviewed": "2026-06" } ] }, { "country": "Uruguay", "countryZh": "乌拉圭", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/uruguay/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/uruguay/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/uruguay/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 18, "label": { "zh": "最容易", "en": "Easiest" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "数字游民临时身份", "en": "Digital nomad temporary identity/residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "uy-digital-nomad", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/uruguay/uy-digital-nomad-uruguay/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/uruguay/uy-digital-nomad-uruguay/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/uruguay/uy-digital-nomad-uruguay/" }, "category": "remote", "title": { "zh": "数字游民临时身份", "en": "Digital nomad provisional identity" }, "routeName": { "zh": "远程收入 + 临时身份", "en": "Remote income + provisional identity" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-8 周", "en": "2-8 weeks" }, "summary": "Low-barrier for remote earners wanting to trial South America.", "requirements": [ "After entering as tourist, applicant completes online form with personal details and affidavit that they have means to support themselves; then obtains Uruguayan document.", "Extension requires clean criminal record for countries lived in >6 months in previous 5 years and vaccination certificate issued in Uruguay.", "No fixed minimum income found on official checked page; affidavit/self-support requirement." ], "sourceName": "Uruguay official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.liveinuruguay.uy/digitalnomadpermit", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "uy-temporary", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/uruguay/uy-temporary-uruguay/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/uruguay/uy-temporary-uruguay/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/uruguay/uy-temporary-uruguay/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "临时/永久居留", "en": "Temporary or permanent residence" }, "routeName": { "zh": "资金/工作/家庭路径", "en": "Funds, work, or family route" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "For people who want stable long-term residence.", "requirements": [ "Apply for temporary legal residence when planning to settle in Uruguay for the qualifying period, generally at least six months and no more than two years for the standard temporary route.", "Provide a valid identity document or passport, recent photo, criminal-record certificates for the relevant countries, and the required Uruguayan vaccination and health-card evidence.", "Prove the activity or means of support that gives rise to the residence request, such as employment, professional activity, business, study, or another recognised basis; worker evidence must meet the current income rules.", "Legalise or apostille foreign documents and provide official Spanish translations where required, then complete the online or in-country National Migration Directorate process and any required identity-document step." ], "sourceName": "Uruguay National Directorate of Migration", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gub.uy/tramites/residencia-legal-temporaria", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "uy-student-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/uruguay/uy-student-work-uruguay/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/uruguay/uy-student-work-uruguay/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/uruguay/uy-student-work-uruguay/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生/工作路线", "en": "Student or work route" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校或雇主材料", "en": "School or employer documents" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For Spanish study or applicants with local work options.", "requirements": [ "Obtain admission or an official enrolment certificate from a recognised Uruguayan educational institution for the study, internship, scholarship, or other approved programme.", "Apply for the temporary residence process and provide the identity, criminal-record, vaccination, health-card, photo, and translated or apostilled-document evidence requested by the authorities.", "Show sufficient means of support for the stay and keep the residence purpose connected to the approved educational activity.", "If working while studying, ensure the activity is permitted under the residence conditions and employment law; the residence status, rather than a separate generic work-permit document, is what enables ordinary work where authorised." ], "sourceName": "Uruguay National Directorate of Migration", "sourceUrl": "https://www.gub.uy/tramites/residencia-legal-temporaria", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "uruguay-remote-digital-nomad-permit-provisional-identity-sheet-process", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/uruguay/uruguay-remote-digital-nomad-permit-provisional-identity-sheet-process-uruguay/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/uruguay/uruguay-remote-digital-nomad-permit-provisional-identity-sheet-process-uruguay/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/uruguay/uruguay-remote-digital-nomad-permit-provisional-identity-sheet-process-uruguay/" }, "category": "remote", "title": "Digital Nomad Permit / provisional identity sheet process", "routeName": "Digital Nomad Permit / provisional identity sheet process", "timeline": "Initial six months; can apply for further six-month extension; possible later permanent residence route.", "summary": "After entering as tourist, applicant completes online form with personal details and affidavit that they have means to support themselves; then obtains Uruguayan document. Extension requires clean criminal record for countries lived in >6 months in previous 5 years and vaccination certificate issued in Uruguay.", "requirements": [ "After entering as tourist, applicant completes online form with personal details and affidavit that they have means to support themselves; then obtains Uruguayan document.", "Extension requires clean criminal record for countries lived in >6 months in previous 5 years and vaccination certificate issued in Uruguay.", "No fixed minimum income found on official checked page; affidavit/self-support requirement." ], "sourceName": "Uruguay official source", "sourceUrl": "https://www.liveinuruguay.uy/digitalnomadpermit", "reviewed": "2026-05-27" } ] }, { "country": "Vietnam", "countryZh": "越南", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/vietnam/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/vietnam/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/vietnam/" }, "difficulty": { "score": 64, "label": { "zh": "较难", "en": "Hard" }, "mainRoute": { "zh": "雇主担保工作居留", "en": "Employer-sponsored work residence" } }, "routes": [ { "id": "vn-work", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/vietnam/vn-work-vietnam/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/vietnam/vn-work-vietnam/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/vietnam/vn-work-vietnam/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": { "zh": "工作许可 + 暂住卡", "en": "Work permit + temporary residence card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "本地雇主担保", "en": "Local employer sponsorship" }, "timeline": { "zh": "3-8 个月", "en": "3-8 months" }, "summary": "Main non-tourist route is employer sponsorship, best with a Vietnamese company offer.", "requirements": [ "Employer/foreign employee submits work permit application to competent labour authority before work starts.", "Official government page says application should be submitted at least 15 days before employment begins; requirements depend on category such as manager, executive, expert or technical worker.", "No general income threshold in the official page checked.", "Common evidence includes role/category proof, health certificate and criminal record, but the exact list should be confirmed under current decree and local authority." ], "sourceName": "Vietnam official source", "sourceUrl": "https://vietnam.gov.vn/work-permits-68947", "reviewed": "2026-05" }, { "id": "vn-investor", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/vietnam/vn-investor-vietnam/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/vietnam/vn-investor-vietnam/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/vietnam/vn-investor-vietnam/" }, "category": "longTerm", "title": { "zh": "投资签/暂住卡", "en": "Investor visa / temporary residence card" }, "routeName": { "zh": "公司投资或出资", "en": "Company investment or capital contribution" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-6 个月", "en": "2-6 months" }, "summary": "For people with real business setup or investment.", "requirements": [ "Make or hold a qualifying investment, capital contribution, or ownership interest in a Vietnamese company or investment project and provide the corporate and capital evidence.", "Use a Vietnamese organisation, company, or other eligible sponsor to submit the invitation or guarantee and select the correct investor visa category for the investment basis.", "Provide a valid passport, visa application, photograph, investment or enterprise-registration documents, and any temporary-residence-card documents required for a stay beyond the visa period.", "Register temporary residence at the Vietnamese accommodation and keep the actual investment and sponsored purpose consistent with the visa and residence documents." ], "sourceName": "Vietnam Immigration Department, National Immigration Portal", "sourceUrl": "https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/trang-chu-ttdt", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "vn-student", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/vietnam/vn-student-vietnam/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/vietnam/vn-student-vietnam/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/vietnam/vn-student-vietnam/" }, "category": "study", "title": { "zh": "学生签", "en": "Student visa" }, "routeName": { "zh": "学校录取", "en": "School admission" }, "timeline": { "zh": "2-5 个月", "en": "2-5 months" }, "summary": "For Vietnamese language, university, or training programs.", "requirements": [ "Be accepted by a Vietnamese school, university, language centre, or other eligible educational institution for the approved study programme.", "Have the educational institution or another eligible Vietnamese sponsor provide the invitation or guarantee and support the correct DH student visa procedure.", "Submit a valid passport, visa application, photograph, admission or enrolment evidence, and any health, financial, or accommodation documents requested for the case.", "Register temporary residence after entry and renew or change the visa or temporary-residence document through the sponsoring institution before it expires." ], "sourceName": "Vietnam Immigration Department, National Immigration Portal", "sourceUrl": "https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/trang-chu-ttdt", "reviewed": "2026-07-25" }, { "id": "vietnam-skilled-work-permit-for-foreign-employee-plus-appropriate-visa-temporary-residen", "pageUrl": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/vietnam/vietnam-skilled-work-permit-for-foreign-employee-plus-appropriate-visa-temporary-residen-vietnam/", "localizedPageUrls": { "en": "https://chufachufa.com/en/visas/vietnam/vietnam-skilled-work-permit-for-foreign-employee-plus-appropriate-visa-temporary-residen-vietnam/", "zh": "https://chufachufa.com/zh/visas/vietnam/vietnam-skilled-work-permit-for-foreign-employee-plus-appropriate-visa-temporary-residen-vietnam/" }, "category": "skilled", "title": "Work permit for foreign employee plus appropriate visa/temporary residence card", "routeName": "Work permit for foreign employee plus appropriate visa/temporary residence card", "timeline": "Work permit duration is generally tied to contract/assignment and may be renewable subject to current rules. Some short assignments/exemptions exist and should be listed separately.", "summary": "An employer-led or qualification-based work route.", "requirements": [ "Employer/foreign employee submits work permit application to competent labour authority before work starts.", "Official government page says application should be submitted at least 15 days before employment begins; requirements depend on category such as manager, executive, expert or technical worker.", "No general income threshold in the official page checked.", "Common evidence includes role/category proof, health certificate and criminal record, but the exact list should be confirmed under current decree and local authority." ], "sourceName": "Vietnam official source", "sourceUrl": "https://vietnam.gov.vn/work-permits-68947", "reviewed": "2026-05-28" } ] } ] }