Kabul, Afghanistan 🇦🇫
#1491
34.52601, 69.177683
Nomad Score:
33%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Overall low cost of living compared to many global cities, but safety concerns may affect expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
70%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options are available, but quality can vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be costly and limited in variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options; taxis are available but can be expensive relative to local wages.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Few entertainment options available, and those that exist can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
30%
Weight: 10
Limited gym facilities, with high membership fees for what is available.
💱 Currency Stability
25%
Weight: 30
Afghan currency has been unstable, affecting purchasing power and savings.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
30%
Weight: 100
Internet access is often slow and unreliable, with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, making it difficult for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
20%
Weight: 30
Limited cafes offer WiFi, and those that do may have unreliable connections.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15%
Weight: 30
Scarcity of cafes that cater to digital nomads; most places are not conducive to working.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Kabul is not a popular destination for digital nomads due to safety and infrastructure issues.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
40%
Weight: 30
Work-life balance is challenging due to cultural norms and economic conditions.
🌳 Environmental Quality
30%
Weight: 15
Environmental issues are prevalent, with pollution affecting quality of life.
🧼 Cleanliness
20%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness is a significant issue in many areas of the city.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Dari and Pashto are the primary languages; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
20%
Weight: 15
Air quality is poor, with high levels of pollution affecting health.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and often lack necessary resources.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but quality is inconsistent.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare options available, with many preferring to seek treatment abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
60%
Weight: 80
Hot summers and cold winters; seasonal extremes can be challenging.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
30%
Weight: 10
Risk of natural disasters is low, but political instability poses significant risks.
🏞️ Green Spaces
20%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces available for recreation and relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available but not common in all buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
50%
Weight: 10
Experiences four distinct seasons, but extreme temperatures can be a drawback.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited opportunities for cultural engagement.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; safety concerns further restrict activities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
40%
Weight: 15
Some natural beauty exists, but accessibility is often limited.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities for language learning, especially for non-native speakers.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
35%
Weight: 10
Limited local experiences available due to safety and infrastructure issues.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor activities available, with limited entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Traditional Afghan cuisine is rich, but variety is limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios exist, and those that do may not be accessible.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities available, often lacking in quality.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options exist, but overall variety is limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be favorable for some remote work, but not ideal for all.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
10%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities available in the local market.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Non-existent freelance ecosystem; very few platforms operate locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces, making it difficult for remote work.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup scene due to economic and political instability.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited payment services available; reliance on cash is common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Kabul International Airport has limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are scarce and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
30%
Weight: 20
Walkability is limited due to safety concerns and infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available; taxis are the primary option.
🚲 Cycling
10%
Weight: 10
Cycling is not common due to safety and road conditions.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options available, primarily by road.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental services for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in certain areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPNs can be unreliable due to local restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
20%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting daily life.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is virtually non-existent.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
20%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and lengthy.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Taxation can be burdensome for expatriates.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; political climate is restrictive.
🏛️ Political Stability
10%
Weight: 20
Political instability is a significant concern.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
10%
Weight: 10
Difficult and bureaucratic process for business registration.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa options available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Kabul is not considered a nomad-friendly city.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online community presence for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
10%
Weight: 100
Safety is a major concern; high risk of violence and crime.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can make it challenging for women to navigate.
✊ Racial Tolerance
30%
Weight: 50
Limited tolerance for diversity; ethnic tensions exist.