Seria, Brunei 🇧🇳
#1936
4.614159, 114.330183
Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
65%
Weight: 150
Moderately priced compared to other Southeast Asian cities, but higher than some neighboring countries.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, but options can be limited due to the small size of the city.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but taxis and ride-sharing are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited, but prices for activities are generally affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are available at moderate prices, but facilities may not be extensive.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Brunei's currency is stable, with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
70%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds available, but not as fast as in larger cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
40%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, with few options for digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but the atmosphere may not always be conducive to working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Some 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
78%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance with a laid-back lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with a focus on sustainability.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean, with regular waste management.
🗨️ 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
Healthcare services are of good quality, though options may be limited.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
68%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable for locals, but costs may be higher for expatriates.
🏥 Healthcare
73%
Weight: 20
Quality services are available but can be limited in specialized areas.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, but high humidity.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters compared to other regions.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Commonly available in most buildings due to the hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mostly warm and humid throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited cultural events and activities.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly quiet after dark.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning, primarily Malay.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options, mostly shopping malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, but limited international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, but some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not widely prevalent.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is favorable for working with Asia-Pacific regions.
🤝 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
Minimal freelance ecosystem; limited local demand for freelance work.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Quality of available coworking spaces is generally low.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Limited startup ecosystem; few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Local payment services are available, but not as advanced as in larger cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Airport connectivity is decent, but limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited; reliance on taxis and private vehicles.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City is relatively walkable, but some areas lack pedestrian infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available and reasonably priced.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some intercity travel options available, but not extensive.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services are generally reliable for accessing international content.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Power grid is stable with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa process is relatively straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
80%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax, making it favorable for expatriates.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions on freedom of speech; some limitations exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Politically stable environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account is relatively easy, but may require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration process can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community 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 female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, but some cultural sensitivities exist.