Easy Visas & Cheap Living: These Are The Top 5 Best Countries For Digital Nomads In 2025

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With talk of countries shutting their doors to aspiring digital nomads, and the era of remote work inching ever closer to a potential end, we’ll bet a million Indonesian rupiahs that you’re on the hunt for the next nomad-friendly spot.

After all, this is no longer 2022 or 2023, when we saw country after country jump on the digital nomad bandwagon by relaxing visa rules for long-term travelers:

The Business Insider even pointed to the death of the digital nomad as companies forcefully pivot back to return-to-office policies—it’s already been half a decade since COVID, you guys—and governments are tightening immigration.

Lucky for those of us who are still out here holding the fort, there’s a select number of destinations that continue to welcome country-hoppers with minimal or easy-to-fulfill requirements, and Omio has narrowed down the top 5:

Argentina

Fifth on the list is Argentina, often dubbed the natural successor to a declining Europe, with its Paris look-alike of a capital, the elegant Buenos Aires, lingering Old World charm, and higher safety levels compared to its Southern Hemisphere counterparts.

As the U.S. State Department itself highlights, Americans can exercise ‘normal precautions’ when visiting, or staying long-term in Argentina, as crime here is markedly lower than average for the region.

Low-risk aside, Omio pinpoints the high concentration of co-working spaces, especially in Buenos Aires (102), the decent mobile internet speed (22 Mbps on average), and the affordability:

They attributed it a score of 31.2, considering the Cayman Islands is the priciest nomad destination (103.4).

Another factor working in Argentina’s favor is its easy-to-get Digital Nomad Visa (DNV): as long as you’re from a visa-exempt country, which the U.S. is, you earn an average $1,400 a month, and you can prove your earnings are foreign-based, you could be eligible to stay a whole year.

Bali (Indonesia)

Up next there’s Bali, a sun-drenched island in Indonesia famous for its idyllic rice terraces, lush jungles dotted with powerful waterfalls and idyllic pagodas, and sandy beaches—and it’s not like anyone here’s surprised, after all:

Bali has been, for many years now, a sort of meeting point for Western escapees in Southeast Asia, and they flock here precisely for the well-established expat communities, wide availability of foreign-friendly businesses (there are over 100 co-working spaces), and cheap prices:

Based on Omio’s estimates, nomads can live in Bali for as little as $634 a month if they don’t book entire-villa stays and attend private beach club parties every other night.

As far as entry-and-stay regulations go, Bali’s are typically perceived as stricter, with visitors only allowed to stay for two months in total (including a one-month renewal). But that’s part of the allure of the Island of the Gods: it’s meant to be experienced in small doses.

Turkey

Over in Europe, Turkey is a rapidly rising nomad hotspot spearheaded by a sprawling Istanbul, a cross-continental metropolis packed with ancient sights, imposing Ottoman mosques, and cozy locally owned cafes serving that stringent yet delicious Turkish coffee that will get your creative juices flowing.

Beyond Istanbul, Turkey has a plethora of equally exciting nomad hubs, from Izmir, a Mediterranean metropolis combining Old World charm and modern coastal resort vibes, to Antalya, an ancient port city home to scenic beaches and a sizable number of expats.

Turkey’s biggest draw, however, is that it is not part of Europe’s Schengen Area. This means that the time you spend here won’t count towards the dreadful 90-day limit, and it’s relatively cheap to live in.

Granted, it’s no longer the same Turkey it was 10, or even 5 years ago—prices have increased significantly since then—but you can still live comfortably on between $1,912–2,000 per month.

Finally, Turkey has removed the eVisa requirement for U.S. passport holders, meaning you no longer need to apply for authorization to visit the country as an American citizen: you get an automatic, non-extendable 3 months upon entry.

Sri Lanka

At the runner-up position, Sri Lanka is an up-and-coming island country best known for its diverse natural landscapes, comprising a mountainous hinterland and a paradisaical coast, fascinating South Asian culture, and vibrant national capital, Colombo.

In fact, Colombo is the place where most nomads will be based due to its affordable living, higher internet speed compared to other rural areas, social life, and big choice of co-working hubs: Omio lists 39 in Sri Lanka, and those are likely to be mostly in and around Colombo.

Other popular nomad destinations include Galle, a colonial fort town criss-crossed by charming streets, and with plenty of quirky cafes to choose from, Weligama, a backpacker and surfer’s heaven with a more relaxed atmosphere, and Kandy, for the nature and cooler climate.

Sri Lanka has yet to launch a Digital Nomad Visa, but you’re not expressly forbidden from remotely leaving the island when entering on a tourist visa, so long as your income is sourced from abroad.

The cost of a Sri Lankan eVisa is around $50–55. It’s valid for an initial 30 days and can later be renewed up to the 6th month from within Sri Lanka.

Colombia

Number one on the list, Colombia is the only Latin American country in the top 5, and the undisputed digital nomad haven of the moment.

It lays claim to Medellin, one of the most exciting cities in the Global South, boasting diverse, art-filled districts, a Bohemian vibe, and cheap rent; Cartagena, an underrated Caribbean jewel; and even Bogota, which often tends to get overlooked as a mere administrative capital.

Medellin may get all the fame, but we’re team Bogota ourselves:

The cathedral-dominated Historic Center is a snapshot of life in the 16th century, work-focused cafes like Diosa and Azahar Coffee have all the required amenities, and you truly haven’t experienced Colombian nightlife until you’ve been to Theatron—13 dance floors of pure fun.

To top it off, Colombia has rolled out the easiest DNV in the market: essentially, so long as you can prove you earn over $650-a-month, and you’re not a persona non grata, i.e. a criminal, you’re good to stay a whole 12 months.