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Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
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Nomad Score:
75%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Tbilisi offers a very affordable cost of living compared to most European and Western cities, making it attractive for budget-conscious digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with many options for furnished apartments and shared housing at reasonable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores provide fresh produce and staples at low prices; dining out is also affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport is very cheap, with metro and bus fares costing only a fraction of Western prices.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
83%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options such as cinemas, theaters, and events are affordable and diverse.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, though premium facilities may be slightly more expensive.
💱 Currency Stability
62%
Weight: 30
The Georgian Lari has moderate volatility; occasional fluctuations but generally stable for daily use.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Average speeds range around 50-100 Mbps in urban areas; reliable fiber connections are common.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
73%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist in central Tbilisi, though the market is still growing.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
86%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent speeds, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
77%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes cater to digital nomads with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
71%
Weight: 100
Tbilisi is gaining popularity among digital nomads, especially from Europe and Asia.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of leisure activities and a slower pace compared to Western cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution exists but is moderate; air quality can fluctuate seasonally.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is improving but some areas still have litter and less maintained streets.
🗨️ Language Barrier
59%
Weight: 30
Georgian is the official language; Russian and English are spoken in tourist and business areas but not universally.
💨 Air Quality
63%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally acceptable but can worsen during winter due to heating emissions.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities but safe environment for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Private healthcare facilities offer decent quality; public healthcare is more limited.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable compared to Western standards, especially in private clinics.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is adequate for minor and moderate health needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
74%
Weight: 80
Tbilisi has hot summers and mild winters; some seasonal variation but generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
72%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
69%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas exist but urban green space is limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations and public places have air conditioning, especially due to hot summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with warm summers and cool winters, offering moderate seasonal variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
59%
Weight: 10
City center can be noisy due to traffic and nightlife; quieter in suburbs.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
88%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with unique traditions, arts, and festivals that attract visitors.
🌃 Nightlife
76%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music, especially in the city center.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
82%
Weight: 15
Proximity to mountains and nature reserves offers excellent outdoor activities like hiking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
61%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools for foreigners, but informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Wide range of cultural tours, wine tastings, and historical site visits available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
68%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and theaters provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
87%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with growing international food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios exist but the scene is smaller compared to major Western cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers are available but vary in quality and equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
73%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
GMT+4 time zone works well for European and some Asian time overlaps.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
69%
Weight: 25
Growing expat and digital nomad community with occasional networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
62%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance community but still small compared to global hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces offer good amenities but some lack advanced facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
60%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is developing with government support but still nascent.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment and banking apps are improving but cash is still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
64%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in crypto; some businesses accept it but regulatory clarity is limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
73%
Weight: 30
Tbilisi International Airport offers good connections to Europe and Middle East.
🚇 Public Transit
78%
Weight: 20
Efficient metro and bus system with affordable fares, though coverage outside city center is limited.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Popular ride-sharing apps like Bolt and Yandex operate reliably.
🚲 Cycling
54%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; hilly terrain makes cycling challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other Georgian cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread or well-developed.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage throughout the city and good rural reach.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
76%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity supply with occasional short outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
69%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
88%
Weight: 40
Visa-free entry for many nationalities and easy visa on arrival policies.
📊 Tax Friendliness
71%
Weight: 30
Favorable tax regime for freelancers and small businesses with low rates.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
74%
Weight: 15
Generally free expression but occasional political tensions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Some political unrest and protests occur but overall stable environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
68%
Weight: 15
Moderate bureaucracy; foreigners can open accounts but may require local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
73%
Weight: 10
Streamlined processes with online options and low fees.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
79%
Weight: 35
Georgia offers a visa regime favorable to long-term stays for remote workers.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
76%
Weight: 50
City is increasingly welcoming to digital nomads with supportive infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
67%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events but community is still growing.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
70%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for nomads in Tbilisi.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
71%
Weight: 50
Safe for women travelers but some cultural conservatism remains.
✊ Racial Tolerance
64%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some reports of discrimination but improving.