2 years
Initial Duration
$1,400
Monthly Income
$233
Application Fee
$1,100
Cost of Living/mo
Highlights
Low income requirementFast processingPath to residency
Requirements
Income Requirement$1,400/month
Health InsuranceRequired
Proof of AccommodationNot Required
Background CheckNot Required
Processing Time1-2 weeks
Duration & Renewal
Initial Duration2 years
Maximum Duration2 years
Renewal Options2 years, renewable
Benefits
Work Permissionremote only
Tax BenefitsNone
Path to ResidencyYes
Path to CitizenshipYes
Family IncludedYes
Things to Consider
- Restricted to IT/content creator fields since mid-2025
- Safety concerns in some areas
- Spanish needed outside cities
Best For
- IT professionals
- Content creators
- Americas timezone
Lifestyle
Internet Quality3/5
Safety Rating3/5
Climatetropical
TimezoneUTC-5
Ready to Apply?
Visit the official government website for application details.
Official ApplicationLast updated: January 2026
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