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15 Nomad Cities for Under $1,000 a Month in 2025

Here's where you can save big money as a digital nomad on a budget

We've got exciting news: South Africa has officially launched its digital nomad visa! Plus, discover the world's most affordable cities for digital nomads and learn how to navigate the tricky world of onward travel requirements.

Let's dive into the latest travel news and tips!

This Week in Nomad Deals

  • South Africa Nomad Visa: The previously-announced remote work visa is now officially available.

  • Cheapest Cities for 2025: Our updated cost of living rankings reveal which nomad hotspots offer the best deal.

  • Onward Travel Guide: What happens if you book a one-way ticket to a foreign country with no return flight?

Visas

South Africa Launches Nomad Visa

The South Africa digital nomad visa is officially available 🙌

The previously-announced permit will allow holders to stay for up to three years. Applicants are required to demonstrate remote employment and annual income of 650,976 rand, or $36,500 at current exchange rates. (This was lowered from the initial proposed threshold of 1 million rand.)

Although no online application currently exists, you can reach out to your local South Africa consulate/embassy to begin the process.

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Cost of Living

Nomad Cities for Under $1,000

Life is pretty expensive…but where there’s WiFi money, there’s a way.

Our (controversial) cost of living indices are now updated for 2025. For those seeking the best bargains, here are the 15 most affordable cities for digital nomads.

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