Digital nomad visas in Asia-Pacific
9 Asia-Pacific 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.
Asia-Pacific nomad visas
| Country | Visa | Income (approx) | Duration | Government fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | DE Rantau Nomad Pass | $2,000/mo | 3-12 months initial | MYR 1,000 main applicant + MYR 500 per dependent |
| Philippines | Digital Nomad Visa | $2,000/mo | Up to 1 year | ~USD 200-300 depending on nationality (reported; not in the EO) |
| Sri Lanka | Digital Nomad Visa | $2,000/mo | 1 year (reports of an added up-to-5-year option, unconfirmed) | USD 500 per person |
| United Arab Emirates | Remote Work / Virtual Working Visa | $3,500/mo | 1 year | GDRFA visa fee AED 200 + 5% VAT; all-in (incl. medical + Emirates ID) ~USD 287-611 |
| Indonesia | E33G Remote Worker Visa (KITAS) | $5,000/mo | Up to 1 year | IDR 7,000,000 (~USD 430-460) |
| Taiwan | Employment Gold Card | $5,000/mo | 1, 2 or 3 years (applicant chooses) | Varies by validity and location (~USD 100-310 incl. processing + card) |
| South Korea | Workation Visa (F-1-D) | $5,483/mo | 1 year (multiple-entry) | Consular long-stay visa fee (varies by post, commonly ~USD 80-160) |
| Japan | Digital Nomad Visa (Designated Activities) | $5,580/mo | 6 months | Low single-entry issuance fee (~JPY 3,000 / ~USD 20); varies by consulate |
| Thailand | Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) | No income requirement | 5-year visa; 180 days per entry, extendable once by 180 days; multiple-entry | THB 10,000 per person (varies by embassy) |
Source: Official government immigration pages. Data as of June 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Which Asia-Pacific countries offer a digital nomad visa?
9 Asia-Pacific countries in our dataset offer a digital-nomad or remote-work visa: Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, United Arab Emirates. Each has its own income threshold, duration, fee and tax treatment — see the table.
What is the best digital nomad visa in Asia-Pacific?
"Best" depends on your priorities. For a low income bar, Malaysia ($2,000/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