A lot of people assume digital nomad visas = long-term freedom.
In reality, they solve very different problems.
Hereās the simple breakdown š
š Digital Nomad Visas
Best for:⢠Testing a country⢠Shortāmedium stays (6ā24 months)⢠Keeping tax ties elsewhere
But watch out for:⢠Limited renewals⢠No clear path to permanence⢠Banking & rental friction⢠Tax rules that change by country
Theyāre great for flexibility, not stability.
š Long-Term Residency
Best for:⢠Multi-year living⢠Clear renewal paths⢠Easier banking & rentals⢠Tax planning (if done correctly)
Trade-offs:⢠More paperwork upfront⢠Income or savings thresholds⢠Commitment to one country
This is what most people actually want ā they just donāt realise it yet.
For Example:
š¬šŖ Why Georgia Confuses People
Georgia blurs the line.
⢠1-year visa-free stay⢠Simple tax regime⢠Easy company setup⢠Low cost of living
Many people live like residents without holding residency ā but that comes with risks long-term.
Inside Horizon Society, we break down:⢠When a nomad visa makes sense⢠When residency is the smarter move⢠How countries quietly push you from one to the other.
š¬ Question:Would you rather have maximum flexibility ā or long-term certainty when living abroad?