According to a new study, these are the top 20 nations ideal for digital nomads.
Top 20 Digital Nomad Destinations for U.S. Citizens in 2025
In 2025, the digital nomad landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with a growing number of countries vying to attract remote workers. A report by Gamblizard has identified the top 20 countries offering digital nomad visas for U.S. citizens, based on factors such as rent affordability, healthcare quality, internet speed, and minimum income requirements.
Leading the pack is Portugal, followed by Spain, Estonia, the Netherlands, Germany, Malta, Greece, Croatia, Costa Rica, Barbados, Mexico, Thailand, the Czech Republic, Iceland, Georgia, Mauritius, Dubai (UAE), Panama, Bermuda, and Ireland.
These countries offer a balance of cost-effective living expenses, good healthcare systems, reliable high-speed internet, and reasonable income requirements for visa eligibility, making them attractive options for U.S.-based digital nomads.
Malaysia, for instance, stands out as the top country for digital nomads, offering affordability, modern infrastructure, and accessibility. Rent in Malaysia is nearly 80% cheaper than in the U.S., and the average healthcare cost per year is just $458.
Other countries like Greece, Croatia, Egypt, Peru, North Macedonia, Mexico, Vietnam, Indonesia, Georgia, and Costa Rica also feature on the list. Eastern European and Southeast Asian countries often outperform traditional expat hotspots for digital nomads.
Colombia, with cities like Medellín and Bogotá offering co-working spaces and thriving tech scenes, is another top destination. The country offers a digital nomad visa for as low as $750 a month.
Notable mentions include Hungary, which ranks third due to strong infrastructure, quality healthcare, and a cheap rental market in Europe. Romania, one of the most affordable countries in Europe, with fast Wi-Fi, low rent, and many people speaking English, especially in major cities like Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca, is also a popular choice.
Portugal, a traditional expat favourite, is facing pressure due to rising rents and a relatively high minimum income required for a visa. However, it remains a desirable destination for many digital nomads.
Other countries in the top 10 list include Thailand, Portugal, Turkey, Spain, and South Korea. Brazil, with low housing costs and an increasingly international remote work scene, is also worth considering.
It's clear that the digital nomad scene is expanding, with a widening of the lens beyond traditional hotspots. With over 60 countries offering digital nomad visas to U.S. citizens, the possibilities are endless. Whether you're seeking affordability, adventure, or a change of pace, there's a digital nomad destination out there for everyone.
- As digital nomads continue to explore various work-travel options, they find that technology plays a crucial role in maintaining their lifestyle during remote work in countries like Portugal, Spain, Estonia, and Greece, where high-speed internet is prevalent.
- In the future, digital nomads may find that some of the cheapest countries to live in, such as Mexico, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia, will not only offer affordable living expenses but also attractive technology infrastructures and appealing travel experiences, making them top destinations in 2025 and beyond.
