According to the report, Colombo, the capital city, ranked in the top four globally with a remarkable score of 238 out of 320. However, consequently, the country has lost much of its attraction.
According to analysts, this change can be attributed to things like unstable Wi-Fi, infrastructure not being available for the 5G network through a variety of means, challenges with fuel being used up, and there being discrepancies with the public transportation system. The absence of the digital nomad visa program, through which remote workers can legally stay in Sri Lanka, is another factor that reduces the country's appeal. The program should be available for at least one year and can be extended to two years and at the same time, they can use banking services.
Sri Lanka allows a 30-day ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) as an interim solution for remote workers, a government-issued digital nomad visa would make the country more competitive.
The implementation of digital nomad visas by more and more countries is quite evidence that attracting a remote worker has a positive impact on the economy, ranging from higher tourism revenues to diversified talent.
Japan, Croatia, Bosnia, Greece, Poland, Estonia, and South Korea top the list of places globally that have become a magnet for digital nomads, with these countries providing such benefits as high-speed Internet, cost-effective and comfort-friendly accommodations for work, and resident visa perks.