In an effort to increase tourism, New Zealand has loosened its visa rules in an effort to draw in so-called “digital nomads”—those who travel while working remotely.
Visitors may work remotely for a foreign employer for up to 90 days while on vacation in the country under the new regulations, after which they might be required to pay resident’s tax.
According to Immigration Minister Erica Stanford, “the change will enable many visitors to extend their stays, which will lead to more money being spent in the country.”
New Zealand is currently experiencing a recession, and the closure of its borders during the COVID-19 epidemic had a negative impact on the country’s tourism sector.
