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Bejaia, Algeria 🇩🇿
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Nomad Score:
54%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Bejaia offers a low cost of living compared to many global cities, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite low, with options ranging from affordable apartments to shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and groceries are inexpensive, with fresh produce widely available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are affordable, though options are somewhat limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced but facilities may not be very modern.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
The Algerian Dinar has moderate volatility; inflation concerns exist but are controlled.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
58%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 10-20 Mbps; stable but not high-speed by global standards.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
43%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
17%
Weight: 100
Bejaia is not a known hotspot for digital nomads; community is very small.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with generally good environmental quality, though some urban pollution exists.
🧼 Cleanliness
52%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies; some areas are well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
39%
Weight: 30
Arabic and Berber are primary languages; French is common but English is limited.
💨 Air Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location, occasional urban pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families exist but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
48%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; quality varies and advanced care requires travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable, though private options are limited.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious medical needs may require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild winters; generally sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes possible but rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
63%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
54%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings rely on natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with warm summers and mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; urban areas can be noisy especially during evenings.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich Berber and Algerian culture with historic sites and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
35%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key cafes and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
82%
Weight: 15
Access to Mediterranean coast, mountains, and natural parks for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
51%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Arabic or Berber; limited formal language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Local cultural tours and natural excursions available but not heavily commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Traditional Algerian cuisine with fresh seafood and local specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is abundant; healthy eating possible but not widespread.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+1 time zone is convenient for European and African connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
23%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most work is freelance or international.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure is minimal; reliance on international platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with limited support structures.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Cash is dominant; digital payment services are emerging but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
32%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Bejaia airport offers some domestic and limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
47%
Weight: 20
Basic bus services available but coverage and frequency are limited.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but suburban areas require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis are common.
🚲 Cycling
28%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Buses and trains connect Bejaia to other cities but services are basic.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well, though some restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex with limited incentives for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions on speech and media.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional protests and political tensions occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
37%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
42%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for 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 forums dedicated to Bejaia digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for travelers, though petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms may pose challenges; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some social conservatism present.