Best digital nomad visas for South African citizens
South African passport is mid-tier globally. DNVs unlock long stays in EU + Asia where short-stay visas are required.
South African passport100 visa-free destinations7 relevant DNVs
Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa
12 months · ~60 days processing
digital nomad€3,480/mo↻ RenewableFamilySpain Digital Nomad Visa
12 months · ~30 days processing
digital nomad€2,762/mo↻ RenewableFamilyThailand DTV (Destination Thailand Visa)
60 months · ~21 days processing
digital nomadNo income↻ RenewableFamilyMauritius Premium Visa
12 months · ~21 days processing
digital nomad€1,400/mo↻ RenewableFamilyUAE / Dubai Remote Work Visa
12 months · ~21 days processing
digital nomad€2,900/mo↻ RenewableFamilyMalaysia DE Rantau Nomad Pass
12 months · ~30 days processing
digital nomad€2,000/mo↻ RenewableFamilyMexico Temporary Resident Visa
12 months · ~30 days processing
passive income€2,900/mo↻ RenewableFamily
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