50 Countries Offering a Digital Nomad Visa: Best for Remote Freelancers and Self-Employed Travelers

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Thailand is a country coveted by many, not only due to its pristine beaches but also because of its history, sights, and food among many others.

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As of 2021, Sri Lanka has approved a ‘Digital Nomad Visa’ [link] that will enable anyone to perform work remotely in the country. Unfortunately, it’s still not in effect yet.
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As you can see, there are a lot of countries that are currently offering a digital nomad visa to foreigners — and I’m sure that more destinations will be doing the same.
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There is a type of tourist residence visa in Spain called the “non-lucrative visa” [link] and it is geared towards retired or rich persons only — after all, visa-holders under this program are not allowed to work (but as a digital nomad, this scheme can still apply).
STATUS: • ACTIVE since August 2020
Bermuda is the most expensive country on earth — BUT, if this is a place that you’d love to be in (and which you can also afford to be in), their newest ‘Work from Bermuda’ visa program [link] is perfect for you.

STATUS: • ACTIVE since March 2021
As one of the world’s fastest-growing remote working destinations, Dubai released its own one-year virtual working program that allows digital nomads or business owners — as well as employed individuals — the chance to live in its vibrant metropolis!
Providing great coverage and flexibility without costing a fortune, SafetyWing is currently the preferred travel insurance of digital nomads!STATUS: PENDING
Serbia’s Ministry of Labour is drafting a digital nomad visa that will allow people to stay and work for a year; however, much like Romania, their initial suggestion of a €3,500 income requirement is a bit steep.

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

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STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Mauritius

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Seychelles

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

South Africa

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Indonesia

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Sri Lanka

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Taiwan

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Thailand

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Croatia

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Cyprus

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Czech Republic

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Estonia

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

France

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Georgia

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Germany

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Greece

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Hungary

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Iceland

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Italy

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Latvia

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Malta

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Montenegro

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

North Macedonia

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Norway

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Portugal

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Romania

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Serbia

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Spain

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Costa Rica

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Mexico

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Panama

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

New Zealand

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Brazil

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Brazil

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Colombia

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Antigua & Barbuda

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Bahamas

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Barbados

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Bermuda

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Cayman islands

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Curacao

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Dominica

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Grenada

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Montserrat

STATUS: • ACTIVE since November 2021
Iceland is one of my favorite destinations and it’s a joy to know that they now have a long-term visa for remote work [link] — unfortunately, it will only last for 6 months (or 90 days if you’re already in the Schengen Area).

Saint Lucia

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