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Panama

Panama short-stay nomads face proposed 15% tax on tourist rentals

Digital nomads using short-term tourist rentals in Panama could face a proposed 15% lodging tax, compared with the 10% rate for registered hotels.

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Wise launched eSIM plans for nomads in 150-plus destinations Oct. 6

Wise launched eSIM plans for nomads in more than 150 destinations Oct. 6. Eligible account holders can buy regional or global packages in the app.

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Kenya

Kenya eTA requires $44 insurance for nomads as foreign cover stays unclear

Visiting nomads applying for Kenya's eTA face a $44 insurance premium and added fees, while acceptance of existing foreign cover remains unclear.

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Spain

10% rental VAT approved in Spain for short-stay nomads from Dec. 1

Short-stay nomads in Spain face 10% VAT on qualifying furnished rentals from Dec. 1, under an approved decree still awaiting parliamentary validation.

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🇹🇭 Thailand

Thailand's proposed 450-baht arrival fee would charge visiting nomads

Visiting nomads could pay Thailand's proposed 450 baht arrival fee in early 2027, but approval, exemptions and insurance terms remain unfinished.

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🇵🇭 Philippines

Philippines travel tax repeal for taxable nomads remains proposed

Foreign residents could save 1,620 pesos per economy departure under the Philippines' proposed travel tax repeal, but short-stay nomads are exempt.

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Netherlands

Netherlands proposes 2 status tests for freelance nomads

Freelance nomads working under Dutch rules could gain advance status certainty through 2 proposed tests. Consultation remains open through Oct. 29.

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Costa Rica

Costa Rica 15% tax plan would hit long-stay nomads, not visa holders

Costa Rica's proposed 15% tax on foreign passive income would reach nomads who become tax residents, not nomad visa holders. The bill isn't in force.

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🇲🇾 Malaysia

Unpaid Malaysia eVISA applications now expire after 7 working days

Malaysia's MYVISA portal now removes eVISA applications left in New or Pending Payment status for more than 7 working days, so travelers must act quickly.

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