In recent years, traveling, working, or relocating to a foreign country has become easier as several countries have loosened their visa policies. If you want to take new steps to visit places, work remotely or emigrate to another country, some countries have made it easier for travelers and workers to obtain a visa.
By the year 2025, these countries have eased their visa standards and will be suitable options for travelers, expats, and digital nomads.
1. Thailand
Thailand remains one of the most accessible countries, with long visa-free stays and streamlined visa applications.
Visa-free entry is granted for a stay of up to 60 days for many nationalities
Thailand Long-Term Resident Visa scheme for digital nomads
Pensioners and business visitors: easy visa extensions
Thanks to its affordability and tropical climate, Thailand is still a top destination for tourists, retirees and digital nomads.
2. Georgia
Georgia is among the most hospitable countries both for tourism and remote work.
Visitors from more than 90 countries can remain for a year — no visa needed.
Special Digital Nomad visa for remote workers to stay in long-term
Low cost of living with an easy residency application process
The country boasts beautiful scenery, an emerging expat community and an easy visa policy for visitors.
3. United Arab Emirates (UAE)
UAE workers, tourists, and so-called digital nomads have been lured by a plethora of new specialist visas.
Many nationalities can enter visa-free or get a visa waiver on arrival
Golden Visa Program grants long term residency to investors and skilled workers
Dubai Remote Work Visa: Enables overseas workers to live in Dubai and work for foreign companies
UAE – Home among the beautiful dunes with tax-free incomes and high quality of life.
4. Albania
Albania is now one of the most accessible European countries to visit and reside in.
Visa-free stays for most nationalities, including a full year for US citizens
Convenient residence permits for freelancers and entrepreneurs
Low cost of living compared to other destinations in Europe
Albania has beautiful beaches, friendly locals, and a laid-back lifestyle, making the country an increasingly popular expat destination.
5. Indonesia
Especially Bali is known for its very friendly tourist or digital nomad visa policy with Indonesia.
For many nationalities: 90 days visa-free or visa-on-arrival
A new 5-year deepwork visa permitting tax-free remote work
Long-term staying retirement visas
So, if you want to enjoy the new and improved lifestyle in the tropics, Indonesia still ranks as better value for money than most places.
6. Portugal
Portugal still has available flexible visa options for travelers, digital nomads, and investors.
No visas required for non-European citizens for up to 90 days
Remote workers can stay for up to one year on a Digital Nomad Visa
Investors and business owners granted residency in Golden Visa Program
Portugal is among the best relocation destinations, thanks to the warm weather, beautiful coastlines and a thriving expat community.
7. Colombia
Colombia has revised its visa rules to encourage stays of a longer duration.
Visa exemption for stays up to 90 days (which is easily extendable)
Remote Working Visa for remote workers with a minimum income of $684 per месяц
Retirement visa with low income requirement
With its lively cities, beautiful scenery and low cost of living, Colombia beckons travelers and expats to its shores.
8. Serbia
Serbia has one of the loosest visa policies in Europe.
Many visitors can stay for 90 days without a visa
Up to a year stay for remote workers with the new Digital Nomad Visa
Residency permits less and more easy to get for businessmen and retirees
Serbia is an ideal long-term traveler destination, combining European culture with affordable living.
9. Mexico
Mexico is still among the easiest countries to visit and reside in.
Many nationalities get tourist visa-free for 180 days
TRV for people wanting a stay of four years or so
Digital Nomad Friendly, foreigners are living here – working remotely
Mexico is a top location for expats and digital nomads, thanks to its warm climate, vibrant culture, and relatively low cost of living.
10. Panama
Panama has recently launched a number of long-term foreigner visa programs.
Many visitors are allowed to stay visa-free for up to 180 days
Easy residence for over 50 nationalities with Friendly Nations Visa
Retired visa with tax advantage for ex-pats
With its thriving economy, stunning landscapes, and expat-friendly policies, Panama is also a wonderful destination for relocation.
By 2025, many governments implemented more lenient tourism visas, enabling travel, remote work, or relocation. Whether you want to live here for a few months or a few years, these countries provide easy entry, low cost of living and great potential.
