Top 10 best cities in the world to work remotely in 2025
- Portugal Business News - Valerie Charoux
- Aug 25, 2025
- 2 min read
Digital Nomad News – Here is the ranking of the Top 10 best cities in the world to work remotely as well as the best cities in Europe to work as a digital nomad in 2025:
The criteria include the best internet speed, flexible workspace availability, digital nomad visa, transport network, as well as climate and access to nature, according to a study by the International Workplace Group.
Top 10 best cities in the world to work remotely in 2025 & the best cities in Europe to work as a digital nomad:
1 - Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo in Japan ranks No. 1 best city in the world to work remotely in 2025. This is due to Tokyo’s new digital nomad visa launched last spring, fast internet, excellent transportation network, safety, its proximity to mountains and national parks, renowned museums, and street food that will tempt any remote worker.
2 - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro in Brazil ranks 2nd best city in the world to work remotely in 2025. This is due to Rio de Janeiro’s low cost of living and the citywide rollout of 5G.
3 - Budapest, Hungary
Budapest in Hungary ranks 3rd best city in the world to work remotely in 2025. This is due to the good transportation links and rich cultural offerings of Budapest.
Budapest is also the No. 1 best city in Europe to work remotely in 2025.
4 - Seoul, South Korea
Seoul in South Korea ranks 4th best city in the world to work remotely in 2025.
5 - Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona in Spain ranks 5th best city in the world to work remotely in 2025.
Barcelona is also the 2nd best city in Europe to work remotely in 2025.
6 - Beijing, China
Beijing in China ranks 6th best city in the world to work remotely in 2025.
7 - Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon in Portugal ranks 7th best city in the world to work remotely in 2025.
Lisbon is also the 3rd best city in Europe to work remotely in 2025.
8 - Rome, Italy
Rome in Italy ranks 8th best city in the world to work remotely in 2025.
Rome is also the 4th best city in Europe to work remotely in 2025.
9 - Paris, France
Paris in France ranks 9th best city in the world to work remotely in 2025.
Paris is also the 5th best city in Europe to work remotely in 2025.
10 - Valletta, Malta
Valletta in Malta ranks 10th best city in the world to work remotely in 2025.
Valletta is also the 6th best city in Europe to work remotely in 2025.
