If you’re looking for a Caribbean island that you can stay in long term without the need for work permits or visas. No need for residency permits, no state income tax, where English along with Spanish, are the official languages, then working remotely from Puerto Rico is for you.
Whether you want to work remotely for a US based company or a foreign company, at home while living in the US or abroad, the opportunities are endless since you’ve basically have expanded exponentially.
However, your success or failure will depend on understanding the modern online workplace and the rules of engagement as well as your own objectives.
First, I want to stress that I am not an accountant, certified tax specialist, nor attorney. So please take this advice as anecdotal and seek professional advice before making any financial or immigration decisions.
Although the US can have some stringent employment laws, especially when it comes to non-US citizens coming and working in the United States, these same rules don’t necessarily apply to US citizens who choose to work for a US company abroad.