Technically, you need a work visa to perform any work-related duty in almost every country. However, a digital nomad cannot apply for a traditional work visa because they would need a contract with a local organization or an invitation letter. They also cannot stay longer than their tourist visa permits even if they wanted to. So, this is where a digital nomad visa comes in. A digital nomad visa is a travel permit that legalizes the status of professional remote workers. Unlike the tourist visa that prevents you from working, the digital nomad visa permits a longer stay and allows you to work while in the country as long as you work remotely.