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Welcome back to Nomad Herald — your guide to living, working, and thriving beyond borders.
Each edition is written for explorers who want freedom without the guesswork. Today we’re diving into Spain’s 5-year digital nomad visa and Medellín’s rising coworking scene — opportunities real nomads are seizing right now.
☕ Picture a morning espresso in Barcelona or a golden-hour wrap in Medellín’s green valleys. For many, this isn’t a daydream — it’s real. Below, you’ll see the steps they’re taking and how you can do the same. Stay with us — the details ahead could shape your next move.
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Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa is quickly becoming one of the most attractive programs in Europe. Here’s why nomads are applying in record numbers:
- Stay up to 5 years with renewal options.
- Earn remotely from abroad with a €2,760 minimum monthly income requirement.
- Access Spain’s 24% reduced tax rate under the Beckham Law.
- Live in cultural hubs like Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville with Schengen access.
- Affordable vs. Western EU averages — rent often €600-€900 outside Madrid & Barcelona.
Known as the “City of Eternal Spring,” Medellín is gaining traction as a top digital nomad base.
- Perfect climate all year (18-28 °C, never too hot or cold).
- Fast, affordable internet and coworking hubs like Selina & Tinkko.
- Rent from ~$400/month in Laureles or ~$600-800 in El Poblado.
- Thriving expat and digital nomad community.
- Safety risks exist (petty theft — stay smart, not scared).
- 183+ days may trigger Colombian tax residency.
- Visa paperwork requires planning.
📚 In Case You Missed These Must-Reads
- Why Governments Are Competing to Attract Digital Nomads — how nations are rewriting immigration playbooks.
- Digital Nomad Lifestyle: Everything You Need Before You Start — from budgeting to mistakes to avoid.
- From Pune to Portugal: The Digital Hustle That Paid for Her Visa — how one freelancer turned products into a visa.
💸 Smart Money Move of the Week
One easy income stream nomads are stacking right now: Micro digital products.
Think: Canva kits, Notion planners, checklists for small businesses. Upload to Gumroad or Etsy → price at $9–19 → sell while you sleep.
Start small, test, then bundle later.
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