Originally Posted by
kokonutz
Yeah, I think the thing that distinguishes the nomad from the expat is use of local insurance and pension. And, of course, permanency.
In some countries they 1-year DN visa is just accomodating people who are doing 'border runs' to extend visa exemptions anyway. And collecting some dough in the process.
What is the difference between this and a retired person who has more than ample income, their own health insurance, and will also spend money? Many of these countries make the retiree jump through far more hoops. It's not really very logical.