Japan to introduce six-month digital nomad visas [Video]

Japan is set to introduce a six-month visa for remote workers or digital nomads who earn at least 10 million yen (£53k) annually.

The Immigration Services Agency of Japan (ISA) announced the initiative earlier this month which is scheduled to launch by the end of March.

Remote workers from 49 countries and territories are eligible under this initiative, The Japan Times reported.

Eligible individuals, including the self-employed, can stay in Japan under the “specified activities” visa category, provided their home countries have tax treaties and visa waiver agreements with Japan, such as the US, Australia, and Singapore.

The newly introduced six-month visa for digital nomads in Japan will not allow for immediate extensions after expiration.

According to Travel Daily Media, individuals wishing to reapply can do so six months after they depart from Japan.

Visa holders are allowed to bring their spouses and …