Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan 🇦🇫
#1493
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Nomad Score:
34%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards, making it affordable for budget-conscious digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Housing is inexpensive but options are limited and basic, with few modern amenities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local food and groceries are cheap, though variety and availability of international products are limited.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public and private transportation is very affordable, though infrastructure is basic.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but inexpensive where available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Few gyms exist; memberships are affordable but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
21%
Weight: 30
Afghani currency is highly volatile with frequent fluctuations and inflation risks.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
34%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable with frequent outages; limited broadband infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
5%
Weight: 40
Almost no formal coworking spaces available in the city.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
12%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connectivity is often unstable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
8%
Weight: 30
Very limited options; cafes are not tailored to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
3%
Weight: 100
Virtually no digital nomad presence due to security and infrastructure challenges.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
40%
Weight: 30
Work-life balance is difficult due to security concerns and limited leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
31%
Weight: 15
Environmental conditions are poor with pollution and limited green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
25%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
30%
Weight: 30
Dari and Pashto are dominant; English is rarely spoken, posing communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
30%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern, especially during winter months.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
20%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic and often lack modern equipment.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
23%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare system is underdeveloped and unreliable for serious conditions.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
68%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with hot summers and cold winters; spring and autumn are pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
32%
Weight: 10
Few public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in public and private spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with hot summers and cold winters, offering variety.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage but limited exposure to international influences.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Virtually no nightlife due to security and cultural restrictions.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
55%
Weight: 15
Surrounding natural landscapes are scenic but access is limited.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; opportunities mainly informal.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Limited tourism infrastructure but some cultural and historical sites available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Traditional Afghan cuisine is available; international options are rare.
🧠 Yoga Studios
2%
Weight: 10
No known yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities exist but are limited in number and quality.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed health foods are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
55%
Weight: 20
UTC+4:30 is moderately favorable for coordination with Europe and Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
15%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international connections.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Freelance ecosystem is virtually non-existent locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
3%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces to assess quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
5%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is very nascent and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
20%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment infrastructure; cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Mazar-i-Sharif Airport offers limited international flights; connectivity is restricted.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
Public transit infrastructure is minimal and informal.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
City center is somewhat walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
5%
Weight: 15
No formal ride-sharing apps; transport is via taxis or informal means.
🚲 Cycling
10%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is almost non-existent and unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited bus and road connections; travel can be difficult due to security.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
0%
Weight: 10
No scooter or bike rental services available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is patchy but improving; 3G/4G available in parts.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but internet censorship and surveillance can affect reliability.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and unstable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and generally unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
20%
Weight: 40
Visa process is complex and restrictive for most nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Tax system is underdeveloped but low tax rates; enforcement is inconsistent.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
10%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is severely limited due to political and social constraints.
🏛️ Political Stability
15%
Weight: 20
High political instability and security risks persist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Banking services are limited and bureaucratic; foreigner access is difficult.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
25%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but slow and complicated.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar programs exist.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
5%
Weight: 50
Overall environment is not friendly or supportive for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
5%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for digital nomads in the city.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
10%
Weight: 100
High security risks including crime and conflict make it unsafe for most travelers.
♀️ Female Friendly
5%
Weight: 50
Very challenging environment for women due to cultural and security issues.
✊ Racial Tolerance
30%
Weight: 50
Ethnic tensions exist; tolerance varies but generally low for foreigners.