Visa Guide for Indian Digital Nomads & Remote Workers
Long-stay, remote-work-friendly destinations with practical visa solutions for Indian nomads
The rise of remote work has opened up a new world for Indian professionals. Why work from home when you can work from Bali, Bangkok, or Tbilisi? These destinations offer a combination of affordable living, reliable internet, thriving nomad communities, and visa options that support longer stays.
What Digital Nomads Need in a Destination
- Long-stay visa options (30-90+ days)
- Reliable, fast internet (essential for remote work)
- Affordable cost of living (INR should stretch well)
- Active coworking spaces and digital nomad communities
- Time zone overlap with Indian/US/European clients
- Safe environments with good cafe/workspace culture
Recommended Destinations for Digital Nomads
Bali
Indonesia
Istanbul
Turkey
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Special: Hold valid US, UK, EU, or Schengen visa/residence permit
Hanoi
Vietnam
Singapore
Singapore
Tips for Digital Nomads
- Most tourist visas don't officially allow working — but remote work for a foreign employer is generally tolerated
- Some countries now offer specific digital nomad visas — check if available
- Georgia offers visa-free entry to Indians with a valid US or Canada multiple-entry visa — apply for an eVisa otherwise (~$36)
- Thailand's visa-free 60 days + 30-day extension = 90 days of working from tropical paradise
- Always have a VPN — you'll need it for accessing Indian banking and streaming services
- Join local digital nomad communities on Facebook/Telegram before arriving — great for finding apartments and coworking spaces
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Confusing tourist visa with work permission — remote work is a gray area in most countries
- Not considering time zone differences when choosing a destination
- Relying on hotel/cafe WiFi for critical work — always have a backup (local SIM with data)
- Not setting up international banking properly — some Indian cards don't work well abroad
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Ready to Start Planning?
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