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Praia, Cape Verde 🇨🇻
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Nomad Score:
56%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
72%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western standards, with moderate prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but can vary; limited high-end options in Praia.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
81%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, mostly local bars and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
54%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and can be pricier relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
73%
Weight: 30
Cape Verdean Escudo is relatively stable, pegged to the Euro, reducing volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; reliable but not high-speed by global standards.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly informal setups or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; limited power outlets and seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28%
Weight: 100
Praia is not yet a popular destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with some urban pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
63%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas have litter issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
49%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is official; limited English spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families; limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
42%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited specialized services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is developing but still limited.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Warm, dry, and sunny climate year-round with minimal rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional droughts but no major threats.
🏞️ Green Spaces
37%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks within the city; more natural landscapes outside urban areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings rely on natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; mostly consistent warm weather year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, especially in busy urban areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Creole culture with music, dance, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
53%
Weight: 15
Modest nightlife with local bars and occasional live music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
76%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, hiking, and natural parks nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; some informal Portuguese classes available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Several cultural and nature tours available, though not highly commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; limited cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
69%
Weight: 25
Good local seafood and Creole cuisine; limited international variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
41%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; mostly basic facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood widely available; processed foods less common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
GMT-1 timezone is convenient for Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
27%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
29%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
33%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still in early stages.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
64%
Weight: 30
International airport with connections mainly to Europe and Africa.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Minibus and taxis available but no formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable; some areas less pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; some locals use bikes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Inter-island flights and ferries available but can be irregular.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
32%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal and limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
71%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less consistent.
🔒 VPN Reliability
68%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
54%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages reported; infrastructure improving.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
47%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa process is straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
79%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with few restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
43%
Weight: 15
Banking can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
48%
Weight: 10
Process is possible but can be slow and paperwork-heavy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
22%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Praia.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
67%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
58%
Weight: 50
Moderate gender equality; some cultural conservatism.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Diverse society with generally tolerant attitudes.