Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei 🇧🇳
#1120
4.889545, 114.941757
Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Moderately priced compared to other Southeast Asian capitals, but higher than neighboring countries.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, but options can be limited in the city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis are available but can be expensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options, with moderate pricing for activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with a few good facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Brunei dollar is stable, with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good internet speed, though availability can vary in rural areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
40%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, with few options for digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
62%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but not all are conducive for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
A few cafes cater to remote workers, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer community events.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, with a laid-back lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with strict regulations on littering.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but some locals may prefer Malay.
💨 Air Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, with low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare facilities available, though specialized services may be limited.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable for locals, but costs can be higher for expats.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Quality healthcare services available, but limited options for specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
70%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with high humidity and consistent temperatures year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters compared to other Southeast Asian countries.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and green areas, promoting outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Commonly available in most buildings due to the hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly hot and humid year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to diverse international cultures.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily focused on dining.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural landscapes and opportunities for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning, primarily Malay.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but not as extensive as in other regions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly shopping and dining.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, but not as vibrant as larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, but growing interest in wellness.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Decent fitness facilities, though options may be limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy food options, but still limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is favorable for working with Asia and Australia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance opportunities and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces available but lack amenities and community.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Underdeveloped startup scene with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Common payment methods available, but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Moderate connectivity with limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; reliance on taxis and private vehicles.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but overall not pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Not very bike-friendly, with few dedicated cycling paths.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options; primarily by car or bus.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available for secure internet access.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots available.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa process is straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
80%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax, making it favorable for expats.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech, with some restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Politically stable environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Relatively easy to open a bank account, but may require documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration process can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though some cultural differences exist.