Dhaka, Bangladesh 🇧🇩
#707
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Nomad Score:
54%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city overall, especially compared to Western standards; low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality varies; expat areas are pricier but still reasonable.
🍎 Food & Groceries
88%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very cheap; groceries are affordable but imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and rickshaws are extremely cheap; ride-sharing apps are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but limited in variety compared to global hubs.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but can be limited in quality; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
53%
Weight: 30
Bangladeshi Taka has moderate inflation and some volatility, but relatively stable in recent years.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
58%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 20-30 Mbps in urban areas; occasional outages and slower speeds in some neighborhoods.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
47%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist, mostly in central Dhaka; limited options compared to major nomad hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads; work-friendly environments are rare.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads currently; low international nomad presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Work culture is intense with long hours common; limited focus on work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
31%
Weight: 15
High pollution levels and urban congestion negatively impact environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
28%
Weight: 10
City struggles with waste management and street cleanliness.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Bengali is dominant; English is spoken in business and tourist areas but limited outside these zones.
💨 Air Quality
25%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a major issue, often exceeding safe levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities vary; private hospitals offer decent care but public healthcare is under-resourced.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Medical services are generally affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
57%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is accessible; specialized care may require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
63%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot, humid summers and a monsoon season; can be uncomfortable for some.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Risk of flooding and cyclones during monsoon season; infrastructure is improving but still vulnerable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
36%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces within the city; parks exist but are small and crowded.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in offices and modern buildings but less so in older or budget accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation; mainly hot and humid year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, music, and traditional arts.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited and conservative; few bars and clubs compared to global cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
43%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor spaces within the city; nearby rural areas offer more nature.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Bengali exist but resources for other languages are limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Cultural tours and local experiences available but not widely marketed to tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Indoor entertainment options like cinemas and malls exist but are limited in variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Vibrant street food and traditional cuisine; international options are limited but growing.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; wellness culture is emerging but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
52%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available; healthy eating options exist but street food dominates.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
GMT+6 time zone is convenient for Asia and parts of Europe but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
39%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or expats.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
43%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but infrastructure and support are limited.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem focused on tech and services; still nascent compared to regional hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment services like bKash are popular but international payment options can be limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport connects to major Asian cities but limited direct long-haul flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transit infrastructure is underdeveloped; buses are crowded and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
38%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks are inconsistent and pedestrian safety is a concern.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
72%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Pathao and Uber operate widely and affordably.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and traffic conditions are unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus and train services connect Dhaka to other cities but can be slow and crowded.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals; not common for tourists or nomads.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout is in early stages.
🔒 VPN Reliability
68%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; some occasional throttling but no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages occur but backup generators are common in offices and accommodations.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are obtainable but digital nomad-specific visas do not exist.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex for foreigners; no special tax incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions exist; some government monitoring and censorship reported.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest and protests occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes are improving but still involve significant paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or remote work permit currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Dhaka; limited forums or groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns including petty crime; foreigners advised to be cautious.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Conservative social norms; female travelers should exercise caution especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited exposure to diverse international populations.