About the Réunion Digital Nomad Visa
Réunion offers the No dedicated digital nomad visa. EU territory — EU/EEA citizens have free movement. Non-EU nationals: French Schengen visa rules apply. for non-resident remote workers and self-employed professionals. The program lets eligible applicants live in Réunion for EU/EEA citizens: unlimited (free movement). Non-EU nationals: up to 90 days on Schengen tourist visa. Longer stays: French long-stay visa required. while working remotely for clients or employers based outside the country.
Applicants typically need to demonstrate stable monthly income of at least the income required by the program, valid health insurance, and a clean criminal record. Check the official source for renewal options.
Tax-wise, Réunion treats digital nomad visa holders distinctly from local residents — see the Taxes section below for the full picture.
Requirements & Eligibility
Income
No minimum income for EU/EEA entry (free movement). Non-EU nationals: same financial requirements as France. No dedicated digital nomad framework.
Documents needed
- EU/EEA: valid EU passport or national ID. Non-EU nationals: same as for French Schengen entry — valid passport
- accommodation
- financial means
- return flight
- travel insurance.
How to Apply for the Réunion DNV
Processing time: EU/EEA citizens: immediate (free movement). Non-EU Schengen visa: 15 days. French long-stay visa: 15–45 days.
- 1FOR EU/EEA DIGITAL NOMADS:
- 2Arrive at Roland Garros Airport (RUN) in Saint-Denis. No formalities beyond EU passport.
- 3Full access to French social services, healthcare, and infrastructure. FOR NON-EU DIGITAL NOMADS:
- 4Same French/Schengen visa rules as Metropolitan France. Schengen visa-exempt nationals (US, UK, CA, AU etc.): 90 days.
- 5For longer stays: French long-stay visa at French consulate in home country (same process as France).
Application fees: EU/EEA: no fee. Schengen visa: approximately €80. French long-stay visa: approximately €99.
Official sourceVisa Duration & Renewal
Initial duration: EU/EEA citizens: unlimited (free movement). Non-EU nationals: up to 90 days on Schengen tourist visa. Longer stays: French long-stay visa required.
Renewal: Not guaranteed for this visa. Confirm renewal terms with the official source.
Taxes for Digital Nomads in Réunion
Réunion is an integral part of France (Département d'Outre-Mer) — same French tax rules apply. Progressive income tax 0%–45%. Social contributions. Tax residency after 183 days. Euro is the currency. Same tax framework as Metropolitan France.