A Digital Country on the Internet is Coming Soon (Here's What You Need To Know)

A Digital Country on the Internet is Coming Soon (Here's What You Need To Know)

Author: Kristin Wilson | Traveling with Kristin August 6, 2024 Duration: 1:37:59

How would you like to get access to a global social safety net on the internet, complete with a "digital country", with its own passport, tax system, retirement pension, healthcare, and visa access to foreign countries?

 

The co-founders of SafetyWing have big plans, including Plumia, an internet country founded on who you are and what you believe, rather than where you're from.

 

Plumia's current focus is unlocking borders and expanding global mobility rights to as many people as possible. First up is the Nomad Border Pass, which will provide visa-free travel for up to 10+ countries (as early as 2025). 

 

Then, the Plumia digital passport is on the way, with an anticipated launch date of 2032.

 

In this episode of the Traveling with Kristin podcast, Kristin Wilson chats with the Executive Director of Plumia, Lauren Razavi, to tell us all about their plan. Lauren is a technologist, political scientist, and global citizen who's been working remotely since 2010 and nomading since 2013.

 

Tune in to learn about the new digital country that's taking the internet by storm, and how you can be a part of it right now!

 

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Topics Discussed:

  • Lauren's nomadic background & her career at SafetyWing.
  • The three countries Lauren calls home.
  • Culture and cost of living in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • The Nomad Border Pass: A one-stop-shop for digital nomad visas and global mobility.
  • Covid's negative impact on visa policies.
  • How to join Plumia (right now).
  • Plumia's official definition/criteria of a digital nomad.
  • Features of the ideal digital nomad visa & their application process.
  • Mitigating the long-term negative impacts of gentrification by nomads.
  • Malaysian Nomad Visa: Why Malaysia's digital nomad community is growing.
  • What retirement looks like for Millennials and Gen Z.
  • Income taxes challenges for digital nomads.
  • Future plans and goals for Plumia.

 

Questions Answered:

  • How did your digital nomad lifestyle lead to your current career?
  • What are the biggest barriers to global mobility and what solutions have you found?
  • What is Plumia?
  • How is Plumia creating an international standard for nomad visas?
  • What formula should countries use to determine the minimum income requirement for nomad visas?
  • Can retirees benefit from nomad visas?
  • Are sabbaticals the new retirement?
  • Will countries work together to prevent digital nomads from being taxless citizens?
  • How will Plumia change people's global identities?

 

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There's a certain rhythm to building a life that isn't tied to a single address, and that's the beat Traveling with Kristin moves to. Hosted by Kristin Wilson, a veteran digital nomad who has been navigating the world as an entrepreneur for years, this podcast feels like a series of candid conversations with a friend who's already figured out a lot of the logistics so you don't have to. Each episode digs into the practicalities and the personal shifts that come with choosing a borderless existence. You'll hear honest discussions about the financial realities of retiring abroad, the unexpected challenges of working from a new time zone every few months, and the cultural nuances that you only learn by being there. It's not just about destination highlights; it's about the mindset and the mechanics of designing a sustainable international lifestyle. Kristin brings a grounded perspective, stripping away the glossy social media filter to talk about what global living actually requires-from visas and banking to building community and maintaining relationships on the road. If you're contemplating a permanent move overseas or simply want to weave more extended travel into your remote work, this podcast serves as an essential, deeply relatable guide. Tune in for a mix of solo reflections, interviews with others who've made the leap, and actionable advice that makes the world feel a little more accessible and your dreams a lot more possible.
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