Digital nomad visas with low income requirements
These countries offer remote-work visas with monthly income thresholds under $2,000 — ideal for early-career freelancers, students, or anyone bootstrapping a remote income.
Albania
Digital Mobile Workers — Unique Permit (Leje Unike për Punëtorë Digjitalë Nomadë)
Income: Minimum approximately EUR 817/month (or equivalent ~USD $900/month). Some sources report ~USD $9,800/year annual minimum. Additionally: minimum bank deposit/savings of approximately USD $2,794. Income must come entirely from sources outside Albania. · Tax: Tax residency after 183 days/year. Under 183 days: no Albanian income tax on foreign income. Albania flat personal income tax: 15%. Non-residents: taxed only on Albania-sourced income. Albania has double taxation treaties. Favorable tax environment for digital nomads.
Bhutan
Tourist Visa with Sustainable Development Fee — no dedicated digital nomad visa.
Income: No minimum income requirement per se. All tourists must pay Sustainable Development Fee (SDF): USD $100/night per person (reduced from USD $200 in August 2024). All tourists must book through licensed Bhutanese tour operators — independent travel not permitted for most nationalities. · Tax: No known personal income tax for short-term tourists. Bhutan does not have a personal income tax framework targeted at foreign visitors.
Brazil
Digital Nomad Visa (VITEM XIV — Nômada Digital)
Income: Minimum USD $1,500/month from foreign sources OR savings of at least USD $18,000. Income verified via last 3 months of bank statements. · Tax: No local income tax for stays under 183 days/year. After 183 days, digital nomads become tax residents and are subject to Brazil's progressive income tax on worldwide income (rates up to 27.5%). Foreign income reported via the carné-leão monthly system.
Cape Verde
Remote Working Program (Cabo Verde)
Income: Average bank balance of at least €1,500/month for the 6 months preceding application (individual). €2,700/month for families with dependents. · Tax: No income tax on foreign-sourced earnings. Digital nomads under the Remote Working Program are not considered tax residents of Cape Verde and are exempt from local income tax on foreign earnings.
Colombia
Visa V Nómadas Digitales (Digital Nomad Visa)
Income: Minimum 3× Colombia's monthly legal minimum wage (SMLMV). In 2025: 3 × COP 1,423,500 = COP 4,270,500/month (approximately USD $1,090–$1,100 at current exchange rates). · Tax: Non-residents (under 183 days/year) are not taxed on foreign-sourced income. After 183 days in any 365-day period, digital nomads become Colombian tax residents and must report worldwide income (progressive rates 19%–39%). Visa holders receive a Cédula de Extranjería (foreigner ID).
Ecuador
Rentista Trabajador Nómada (Nomadic Worker Rentista Visa)
Income: Minimum 3× Ecuador's monthly minimum wage. In 2025: 3 × $470 = $1,410/month. For each dependent: additional $250/month or equivalent in savings. · Tax: No income tax on earnings from outside Ecuador. Only income earned within Ecuador is subject to local income tax. Digital nomads are not authorized to earn Ecuadorian-sourced income. Ecuador income tax rate: 5%–35% (progressive, on income above $11,310/year).
Lithuania
Temporary Residence Permit for Remote Workers / National Long-Stay Visa (Type D) — closest option for digital nomads
Income: Minimum income equal to the Lithuanian national minimum wage per month for financial self-sufficiency. In 2025: minimum wage is €1,038/month gross. For Temporary Residence Permit applications: must demonstrate financial means of at least €1,038/month (the statutory minimum wage). Practical recommendation: €1,500–€2,000/month to demonstrate comfortable self-sufficiency. There is no dedicated digital nomad visa — remote workers use the National Long-Stay Visa (Type D) or Temporary Residence Permit. · Tax: Tax residency triggered after 183 days in Lithuania per calendar year. Tax residents: worldwide income taxed at 15%–32% progressive rates (15% for employment income; 20% for self-employment; 32% for income exceeding 60× average monthly salary). Non-residents (under 183 days): taxed only on Lithuania-sourced income. Lithuania has double taxation treaties with many countries including the US, UK, and all EU member states. No digital nomad-specific tax exemptions.
Mauritius
Premium Travel Visa (Visa de Voyage Premium)
Income: Minimum USD $1,500/month for single applicant. USD $3,000/month if applying with spouse or partner. Additional USD $500/month per dependent child under 24 years old. · Tax: No income tax for stays under 183 days/year. After 183 days, digital nomads are considered Mauritius tax residents; income remitted to Mauritius taxable at 15% flat rate. Foreign income kept in overseas bank accounts is not taxed in Mauritius. VAT: 15% on goods and services.
Peru
Digital Nomad / Remote Worker Visa (Visa de Trabajador Independiente / Calidades Migratorias)
Income: No specific minimum income officially published for a dedicated digital nomad visa. General independent worker visa: must demonstrate sufficient income from abroad. Reports suggest approximately USD $1,500–$2,000/month is expected. Peru is evaluating a dedicated digital nomad visa. · Tax: Territorial tax system: only Peruvian-sourced income is taxable. Digital nomads earning from outside Peru are generally NOT subject to Peruvian income tax. Progressive income tax rates: 8%–30% on Peruvian-sourced income only.
Thailand
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) — Workcation Category
Income: No official minimum income. Must demonstrate financial stability: minimum THB 500,000 (~USD $14,000–$15,000) in savings/income for last 3 months before application. This is an application eligibility requirement — not required to maintain balance after approval. · Tax: Tax residency after 180 days in Thailand in a calendar year. Tax residents: must report foreign income remitted (transferred) to Thailand during that tax year (as of 2025 Thai Revenue Dept update). Foreign-sourced income NOT remitted to Thailand: generally not taxed. US-Thailand tax treaty protects against double taxation. Track days carefully — 180-day rule is per calendar year.