Join for casual group video chats hosted by the Onboarding Team, RY staff and current Remotes and Citizens (alumni). Premotes from all programs can sign on, ask questions, chat with others or simply passively listen! Do I need to download an app to access the webinars? Yes, download the Zoom Meeting app / software (it’s […]
The Remote Year Participant Policies contain important information about participating in a Remote Year program. If you have not already reviewed them, please do so during your Onboarding period. Note that Section 2 applies specifically to travel policies. Consulting an immigration / visa legal professional or getting in touch with the relevant embassy is a […]
Get an inside look at a few different Remote Year workspaces through this blog post. Just as Remote Year accommodations vary from city to city, so do Remote Year workspaces. You’ll always have 24 /7 access, reliable connectivity, a maximum 30-minute commute from your home, and available private spaces. There are a few variable factors […]
UPDATED MARCH 17, 2020 Dear Premotes, Earlier today, some of you may have seen communications to the Remote Year Nation regarding COVID-19. The last few weeks have been a very difficult time for the world with the continued spread of COVID-19 and the subsequent travel restrictions. We are all sending our thoughts to those who […]
Remote Year is a work and travel program, which means that Remotes should be working throughout the entirety of their program. It is your responsibility to secure and maintain your professional position—whether that is getting approval from your current employer, finding a new remote role, making the shift to freelancing or pursuing ongoing education. Remote […]
After three years of traveling with Remote Year communities, we’ve concluded that there is no “perfect sized” community. We’ve found that a community is driven by the passions, connections, and motivations of the people who are part of it more than the size of the group. Remotes find what fits them best based on their […]
It is extremely important to asses your needs in terms of health-related factors of traveling. Remote Year cannot advise on your personal medical needs, but we’ve linked some helpful information below medical precautions. Our number one tip? Visit a travel clinic and / or consult with your doctor! Is your Remote Year itinerary going to […]
1. Within a few days of submitting your initial down payment, you will receive an account activation email that will prompt you to create your login details for your Remote Year Profile. If you have access to this Premote Hub, it means you should have already received this activation email! If that hasn’t happened, please […]
Your Onboarding timeline may be more slowly paced or super accelerated, depending on how far away your Arrival Day is. Take a look below at the general structure of your Onboarding journey. You now have your own dedicated Onboarding Team who you can chat with via [email protected]. Get access to this Premote Hub and start […]
Each Remote is responsible for securing their own visas for each destination on their itinerary. Due to the fact that we aren’t immigration professionals, and the constantly evolving nature of visa / immigration regulations, it is not possible for Remote Year to advise on the visa process. Nothing below should be construed as visa advice, […]
Think about what you need and what you’ll use throughout your travels as you pack for your Remote Year. It’s normal for your packing list to be a bit different than other Remotes on your program. Packing light is an art—you’ll learn…eventually. Packing should not be your main priority when it comes to Remote Year […]
Staying connected throughout your travels is a necessity, but where do you start? Sorting out your phone and computer should be top of mind, and then move on to our guide about other tech accessories! Spoiler alert—we haven’t found a “one size fits all” phone plan that caters perfectly to each Remote. You’ll need to […]
Spend some time planning your Remote Year budget, ensuring you have the proper credit and debit / ATM cards for your travels and downloading finance apps that will be helpful to you on the road. Remote Year is not an expert in these areas and does not intend for this to be misconstrued as financial […]
As outlined in our Payment Policies, transportation to your initial Remote Year destination and from your final Remote Year destination is not included in the cost of Remote Year.You are responsible for booking your flight to arrive in the first city on your itinerary. Airtreks, Remote Year’s travel concierge partner, would be happy to help […]