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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to global standards; daily expenses including food and transport are low.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially for shared or modest apartments; luxury options are limited and pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are inexpensive; imported goods cost more but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap; ride-sharing services are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable but quality and variety vary.
💱 Currency Stability
53%
Weight: 30
Egyptian Pound has moderate inflation and some volatility, but relatively stable in the short term.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
64%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; fiber is available in some areas but inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces mostly in Cairo; Giza has few dedicated spaces.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; atmosphere can be noisy.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Not a major hub for digital nomads; some presence but limited community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase SIM cards with good coverage and affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Work culture is traditional; leisure time is available but work hours can be long.
🌳 Environmental Quality
43%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern; urban environment with limited green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
39%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average; litter and waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
Arabic is dominant; English is spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
38%
Weight: 15
High levels of pollution and dust, especially in urban areas.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
53%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families; limited international schools and child-focused activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
56%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available; private clinics offer better quality but at higher cost.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are generally affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
57%
Weight: 20
Mixed quality; emergency services can be limited; private hospitals preferred.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Hot and dry climate with abundant sunshine; mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional sandstorms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
35%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
74%
Weight: 15
Widely available in hotels and modern buildings; less common in older structures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly hot and dry year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
37%
Weight: 10
High noise levels from traffic and street activity common.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with many landmarks and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
42%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key cafes and some bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Proximity to desert and Nile; limited urban outdoor recreational areas.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
63%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Arabic and local dialects; language schools available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
88%
Weight: 10
Excellent access to historical sites, museums, and guided tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
51%
Weight: 10
Few cinemas and malls; indoor entertainment limited.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
84%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine; street food is a highlight.
🧠 Yoga Studios
34%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; wellness scene is small.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy eating is possible but less emphasized.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+2 timezone is convenient for Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
32%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most remote work is international.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent; limited platforms and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
43%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not highly developed.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem centered in Cairo; limited activity in Giza.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Cash dominant; mobile payments growing but still limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
41%
Weight: 15
Interest growing but regulatory environment cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
73%
Weight: 30
Close to Cairo International Airport with many international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
54%
Weight: 20
Limited metro access; buses and minibuses common but crowded and irregular.
🚶 Walkability
42%
Weight: 20
Urban layout not very pedestrian-friendly; sidewalks often in poor condition.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and local apps operate widely and affordably.
🚲 Cycling
28%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal; traffic and road conditions unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other cities; affordable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
78%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G rollout limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
69%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional restrictions on some services.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages; generally stable in urban areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
47%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available for many nationalities; moderate bureaucracy.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
36%
Weight: 15
Restrictions on media and speech; cautious environment for political expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
51%
Weight: 20
Stable compared to recent decades but occasional protests and unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
44%
Weight: 15
Lengthy process with significant documentation; not very foreigner-friendly.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
52%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming; improving but still challenging.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
43%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
29%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Giza.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
57%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime common but violent crime rare in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
41%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be restrictive; women should exercise caution especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional discrimination reported.