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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Moderately high cost of living due to Brunei's wealth and limited market competition; more expensive than many Southeast Asian cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high compared to neighboring countries, with limited budget options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
50%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported goods and groceries tend to be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis and private transport are moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options, with moderate prices for available activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced but fewer options compared to larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Brunei Dollar is stable and pegged to the Singapore Dollar, ensuring strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband speeds in urban areas, but not as fast or widespread as in major tech hubs.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but options are limited and connectivity can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads, with very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain local SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a good balance, low crime, and peaceful environment.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Clean city with good environmental policies and low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
83%
Weight: 10
Very clean urban areas with strict cleanliness regulations.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but Malay is the official language; some language barriers may exist.
💨 Air Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though occasional haze from regional forest fires can occur.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Safe and clean environment with family-oriented culture.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
78%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities available, though limited in number.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is subsidized for residents; expats may face moderate costs.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable healthcare system with modern facilities but limited specialist options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; high humidity and frequent rain showers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or typhoons.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but urban greenery is limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
90%
Weight: 15
Widespread use of air conditioning in homes and public spaces due to tropical climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
15%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; consistently hot and humid throughout the year.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small city size and quiet neighborhoods.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich Malay and Islamic cultural heritage with traditional festivals and customs.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options due to conservative social norms.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Access to rainforests, rivers, and wildlife; good for nature lovers.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Malay.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and eco-tourism experiences available but limited variety.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; shopping malls and cinemas available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local Malay and regional cuisine available; limited international variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited specialized fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options, but traditional cuisine tends to be rich and oily.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT+8 timezone is favorable for communication with Asia and Australia but less so for Europe/Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem or support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces; those available are basic and not well-equipped.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Very nascent startup ecosystem with limited funding and infrastructure.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity around cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Brunei International Airport offers regional flights but limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is minimal; most rely on private vehicles or taxis.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
City center is somewhat walkable but infrastructure is car-oriented.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and not widely used.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity public transport; private cars dominate.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often slow or unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward but no specific digital nomad visa available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
78%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax, making it attractive for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech due to strict laws and conservative governance.
🏛️ Political Stability
80%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment with low crime and strong governance.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease; process is straightforward but can be slow and requires local presence.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or specific remote work permits available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Overall not very friendly or accommodating to digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe city with very low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but conservative cultural norms may limit some freedoms.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Reasonably tolerant society with diverse ethnic groups living peacefully.