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Top digital nomad destinations and remote work hubs in South America

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Buenos Aires
Where Tango and Culture Thrive
8.1
Argentina introduced a nomad residence permit in 2022 that lasts up to 12 months. Applicants need about $30,000 in yearly income from non Argentine sources. Processing takes about 30 days. The city runs on UTC minus three and has the oldest underground system in the Southern Hemisphere.
Highlights:
  • 🎭 Tour the grand Teatro Colón and admire its opulence
  • 🎨 Stroll through colorful Caminito Street in La Boca
  • 💃 Watch a passionate tango performance in San Telmo
Medellín
The City of Eternal Spring
7.4
Temperatures usually range from 63 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit all year, which earned the city its nickname of eternal spring. The Wall Street Journal named it Innovative City of the Year in March 2013. Colombia's nomad visa runs up to two years with income near $1,435 a month.
Highlights:
  • 🌺 Stroll through the Botanical Garden and its orchid collection
  • 🎨 Explore Comuna 13’s colorful murals and vibrant street art
  • 🚡 Ride the Metrocable to Parque Arví for panoramic views
São Paulo
A vibrant mix of culture and cuisine
8.0
One estimate says 63 percent of international companies doing business in Brazil have their head offices here. The B3 stock exchange is the largest in Latin America. One guide calls the city strongest for work infrastructure among Brazilian nomad bases. Brazil's nomad visa lasts one year and renews once.
Highlights:
  • 🎨 Admire street art at colorful Beco do Batman
  • 🌳 Relax in vast green Ibirapuera Park with museums
  • 🚶‍♀️ Walk vibrant Paulista Avenue, heart of São Paulo
Montevideo
Chill vibes on the Río de la Plata
7.2
Uruguay launched a digital nomad permit around 2023 with an initial stay of up to 180 days. Reports at launch said there was no minimum income requirement. Mercer's 2019 report ranked Montevideo first in Latin America for quality of living. A 17 mile rambla follows the coastline.
Highlights:
  • 🏙️ Visit the iconic Palacio Salvo and nearby plazas
  • 🍽️ Taste local flavors at Mercado del Puerto market
  • 🌅 Stroll along the scenic Rambla by the waterfront
Bogotá
Vibrant Culture in the Andean Highlands
7.1
The capital is the financial and commercial centre of Colombia and produces about 24.7 percent of national GDP. It has the most universities and research centres in the country. The TransMilenio bus system opened in 2000 and now runs 12 lines. Average temperatures stay near 58 degrees Fahrenheit at 8,660 feet.
Highlights:
  • 🏘️ Stroll through historic La Candelaria neighborhood
  • 🏛️ Explore the Museo del Oro with pre-Hispanic gold
  • ⛰️ Take in panoramic city views from Mount Monserrate
Florianopolis
Beaches, lagoons and island adventure
6.8
Local officials aim to build the Silicon Valley of Brazil, with beaches. Information technology is a core part of the economy. The city scores 0.847 on the Human Development Index, third highest among Brazilian cities. Brazil's nomad visa asks for $1,500 in monthly income or $18,000 in savings.
Highlights:
  • 🦐 Eat fresh seafood at sunset in Santo Antônio de Lisboa
  • 🌅 Walk the wooden trails above the Lagoa da Conceição dunes
  • 🏄‍♀️ Swim and surf at Praia Mole’s scenic coastline
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