Bijeljina, Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇧🇦
#1695
,
Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Bijeljina offers a low cost of living compared to Western Europe, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite low, with options for furnished apartments at affordable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores provide fresh produce and staples at low prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but inexpensive; taxis and rideshares are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with local cafes and occasional events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available at reasonable prices, though not as widespread as in larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
The Bosnian Convertible Mark is relatively stable but tied to the Euro, with some minor fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 30-50 Mbps; stable but not high-end fiber in all areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or home offices.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
57%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and speed vary; not all are digital nomad-friendly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
41%
Weight: 30
Few cafes actively cater to digital nomads; power outlets and comfortable seating are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
23%
Weight: 100
Bijeljina is not a known hotspot for digital nomads; very few international remote workers.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life supports good work-life balance but fewer professional networking opportunities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with some industrial pollution in outskirts.
🧼 Cleanliness
69%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean; public spaces maintained but not pristine.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Bosnian/Serbian/Croatian is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside younger generations.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Air quality is acceptable but can worsen in winter due to heating methods.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
54%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for specialized care, travel to larger cities is often needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
59%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited emergency and specialist services locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
67%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters; moderate rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
81%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional floods possible but rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
64%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
48%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not standard in many buildings; can be uncomfortable in summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
73%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters, offering variety but some harsh winter days.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
69%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby rivers and countryside; opportunities for hiking and nature walks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
51%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
58%
Weight: 10
Some local cultural tours available but not widely promoted to tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Traditional Bosnian cuisine prevalent; few international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
56%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is accessible; limited organic or specialty health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is convenient for European and some Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few professional or digital nomad networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
28%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
29%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; those that do are basic and not well-equipped.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup activity but very small compared to regional hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
57%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
33%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
36%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is about 50 km away; limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
41%
Weight: 20
Public transit within the city is minimal and infrequent.
🚶 Walkability
62%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but suburbs require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
47%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but coverage and reliability are limited.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
54%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to other cities available but limited frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available; 5G limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
69%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
43%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa policies are moderate; many nationalities can enter visa-free or with simple procedures.
📊 Tax Friendliness
52%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex for foreigners; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
67%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
58%
Weight: 20
Political situation is somewhat fragile due to ethnic divisions but stable day-to-day.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
54%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and some delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
31%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
18%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
24%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Bijeljina digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
74%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate gender equality; women can feel safe but traditional attitudes persist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Some ethnic tensions remain; tolerance is improving but varies by area.