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The Easiest Countries in Europe to Obtain a Temporary Residence Visa | Ranking All 27 EU Countries

The Easiest Countries in Europe to Obtain a Temporary Residence Visa | Ranking All 27 EU Countries

Update: 2025-08-25
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What are the easiest countries to obtain a temporary residence permit in the European Union?

From the most restrictive options like Denmark and Sweden to the top-ranked Portugal with its famous D7 Passive Income Visa, we break down every pathway available for retirees, remote workers, and financially independent individuals.

If you are researching residence permit options in Europe, this ranking provides insights into income requirements, application processes, and language barriers across countries, including Croatia, Romania, Estonia, Austria, Ireland, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Poland, Belgium, Finland, Lithuania, Slovenia, Slovakia, Latvia, and Luxembourg.

Video version: https://youtu.be/_WtXLdBmBMM?si=hTYBquBbsNtyQhhB

Article version: https://expatriateconsultancy.com/temporary-residence-visa-in-europe/

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The Easiest Countries in Europe to Obtain a Temporary Residence Visa | Ranking All 27 EU Countries

The Easiest Countries in Europe to Obtain a Temporary Residence Visa | Ranking All 27 EU Countries

Levi Borba