Digital nomad visas in Africa & Middle East
7 Africa & Middle East countries in our dataset offer a digital-nomad or remote-work visa. Below they are listed lowest-income-first, with each one's income requirement, duration, government fee and a tax note. Tap any country for the full requirements, family rules and the official government source.
Data as of June 2026.
Africa & Middle East nomad visas
| Country | Visa | Income (approx) | Duration | Government fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mauritius | Premium Visa | $1,500/mo | 1 year (for stays exceeding 180 days/year) | Free (no application fee) |
| Cape Verde | Remote Working Program | $1,620/mo | 6 months | EUR 20 visa fee per person (+ EUR 34 airport security fee on arrival) |
| Kenya | Class N Digital Nomad Work Permit | $2,000/mo | 1 or 2 years | USD 200 non-refundable processing + USD 1,000 issuance per year |
| Namibia | Digital Nomad Visa | $2,000/mo | 6 months | NAD 3,300 (~USD 180), payable on approval/arrival |
| South Africa | Remote Work Visa | $3,000/mo | Up to 12 months | ZAR 425 base application fee (+ VFS service fee ~ZAR 900-2,000 if via a centre) |
| Turkey | Digital Nomad Visa | $3,000/mo | Typically a 1-year short-term residence permit | N/A. The certificate page does not publish a fee; consular visa + residence-permit fees apply and vary by nationality. |
| Seychelles | Workcation Retreat Programme | No income requirement | Up to 1 year | EUR 45 one-time (combined permit + Health Travel Authorization) |
Source: Official government immigration pages. Data as of June 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Which Africa & Middle East countries offer a digital nomad visa?
7 Africa & Middle East countries in our dataset offer a digital-nomad or remote-work visa: Cape Verde, Kenya, Mauritius, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Turkey. Each has its own income threshold, duration, fee and tax treatment — see the table.
What is the best digital nomad visa in Africa & Middle East?
"Best" depends on your priorities. For a low income bar, Mauritius ($1,500/mo) is among the most accessible in the region. Weigh income, how long you can stay, the all-in cost and the tax treatment of your foreign income, then read the country pages.
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Last updated: 2026-06-20