Rank #18 · Feb 2026
Czechia Zivno (Freelance Visa)
The most pet-friendly country in this list.
Key Requirements
- Visa Fee
- $100
- Processing
- 3-4 months
- Validity
- 1 year (renewable)
- Income
- $2,500/mo
- Savings Option
- $6,000 balance
- Pet Friendliness
- 10/10
- Tax trigger
- 183 days
- Insurance required
- Yes
Cost of Living (Nomad Premium 2026)
Based on short-term rentals, coworking, and expat amenities—not local long-term rates.
- Cost Tier
- Medium
- Total (est.)
- ~$2,400/mo
- 1BR Center
- ~$950/mo
- Coffee
- ~$2.9
- Internet
- 130 Mbps
- Coworking
- ~$180/mo
Visa Overview
The 'Zivno' is the classic nomad path into Prague. It's a bit bureaucratic, requiring a trade license, but it allows for long-term residency. Prague has the best public transport and some of the highest dog-per-capita rates in Europe.
Pet Entry & Rules
The most pet-friendly country in this list. Dogs are allowed in almost every pub, restaurant, and shop. EU pet passport is the standard. No one looks twice at a dog in a mall.
Tax Residency
You can opt for the 'Flat Tax' (Paušální daň), which for 2026 is roughly $300-400 USD per month and covers your income tax, health insurance, and social security in one payment.