Costa Rica remains the premier destination for digital nomads in 2025, according to a study by ClickUp published in 2024.
ClickUp’s Top 10 Countries for Digital Nomads in 2025:
- Costa Rica
- Mexico
- Thailand
- Germany
- Portugal
- Georgia
- Colombia
- Hungary
- Spain
- Vietnam
The evaluation considered factors such as cost of living, time zone alignment, visa regulations, internet speed and reliability, safety, community networks, tax implications, and cultural adaptability.
Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes, accessible location in the Americas and the warm hospitality of its people make it an attractive location for traveling professionals.
Here are other reasons why digital nomads and remote workers continue to head to our beautiful nation:
Supportive Legislation
Since 2022, the country has implemented a special visa to attract digital nomads, offering benefits like income tax exemptions, tax-free importation of essential work equipment, and recognition of foreign driver’s licenses for one year.
For U.S., Canadian and European passport holders, Costa Rica has also extended the tourist visa length from 90 to 180 days.
Affordability
The cost of living in Costa Rica is approximately 30% lower than in the United States, allowing foreigners to live comfortably on a monthly budget between $1,600 and $2,000.
Reliable Connectivity
The nation boasts robust internet connectivity, with speeds ranging from 28 Mbps to 93 Mbps available nationwide.
The country’s “Pura Vida” philosophy and the peaceful nature of its citizens further ease the transition for digital nomads seeking a new home.
Medical Tourism
According to some estimates, between 750,000 to 1.6 million people from the US travel abroad each year to avoid high medical costs, including many digital nomads that seize on this opportunity.
Accordingly, Costa Rica has managed to attract thousands of American visitors each year as an affordable and high-quality medical tourism destination.
One of the main reasons this sector is growing so rapidly is because of affordable and competitive private services that are welcoming to foreign visitors, often featuring highly trained medical professionals and state-of-the-art technologies.
Final Thoughts
While issues such as gentrification remain a challenge for countries trying to attract digital nomads, The Economist indicates that digital nomads are a net “force for good” in Latin America, bringing distinct benefits that offer an alternative to mass tourism.
While the country must improve its commitment to sustainable, managed tourism, it is no surprise that Costa Rica’s combination of natural allure and supportive policies has solidified its position as the leading choice for digital nomads in 2025.
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