In Barcelona, digital nomads risk being attacked by angrywater pistol-wielding locals.
But other parts of sun-soaked Spain are welcoming remote workers with open arms and wads of cash.
1.50.Importantly, it also has solid fibre and mobile coverage for those busytechworkers.
But theres a catch youll have to stay there for at least two years to qualify.
Which doesnt sound very alluring for digitalnomads.
Plus, Extremadura gets incredibly hot and dry in summer, and isnt known for being very exciting.
Anyway, moving on.
How much can I get paid?
Extremadura has ring-fenced 2mn for the scheme, which will cover about 200 digital nomads.
The rest will receive 8,000.
It’s free, every week, in your inbox.
The grants are open to all nationalities, provided they have the right to live and work in Spain.
Thats quite simple for EU nationals.
Anyone without that passport privilege has the option to apply forSpains digital nomad visa.
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Applications will stay open until all the 2mn pot has been allocated to around 200 digital nomads.
You need the following to qualify:
Applicants will hear within three months if they have been successful.
Story bySion Geschwindt
Sion is a freelance science and technology reporter, specialising in climate and energy.
