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Bissau, Guinea-Bissau 🇬🇼
#982
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Nomad Score:
43%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living due to local economic conditions; affordable for most digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available but limited quality and variety; expat areas slightly pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported goods are costly and less common.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Very cheap local transport options including shared taxis and minibuses.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; prices are low but options are scarce.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, often basic facilities; membership costs vary but generally affordable.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
The West African CFA franc is relatively stable but local economic challenges can cause fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
35%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable; limited broadband infrastructure and frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
Almost no formal coworking spaces; digital nomads rely on cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connection quality is often poor and inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15%
Weight: 30
Very limited number of cafes catering to digital nomads; infrastructure not developed.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Very low popularity among digital nomads; almost no established community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but limited amenities and infrastructure can impact productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues affect environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
30%
Weight: 10
City struggles with waste disposal and street cleanliness.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is official language; limited English spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution due to traffic and open burning.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
35%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
28%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; serious medical issues require travel abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but quality is low.
🏥 Healthcare
30%
Weight: 20
Limited access to quality healthcare services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
35%
Weight: 10
Few public parks or green spaces in the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability in public spaces; many accommodations lack AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
35%
Weight: 10
Urban noise from traffic and markets can be high.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with Portuguese and African influences.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; few bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
55%
Weight: 15
Access to coastal areas and nature reserves nearby but limited urban outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available focusing on culture and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but limited variety; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Almost no yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety and quality.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
45%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but processed healthy options scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone suitable for Europe and parts of Africa; less ideal for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional or digital nomad networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is very small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces with professional amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment infrastructure; cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
International airport with limited direct flights; mostly regional connections.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Informal and limited public transport options.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas walkable but infrastructure and safety concerns limit pedestrian comfort.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operating; reliance on taxis.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Poor cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services connecting to other cities; roads in poor condition.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Basic mobile coverage city-wide but data speeds are slow.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional connectivity issues due to infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; process straightforward but limited duration.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not optimized for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech but occasional government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
35%
Weight: 20
Political environment is fragile with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Lengthy and complex process with limited online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and community support for nomads is minimal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
Almost no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or resources for nomads in Bissau.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
40%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns including petty crime; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms and safety issues can pose challenges for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but occasional discrimination reported.