Bissau, Guinea-Bissau 🇬🇼
#982
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Nomad Score:
42%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with basic apartments available at affordable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported goods are pricier but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap, though infrastructure is limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, mostly local events and small venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, membership costs are moderate but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
The West African CFA franc is relatively stable but Guinea-Bissau's economy is fragile, causing occasional fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
35%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable with frequent outages; limited fiber infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
Almost no formal coworking spaces exist in Bissau.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
20%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is poor.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15%
Weight: 30
Very limited options for cafes catering to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Bissau is not a known destination for digital nomads.
📱 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 professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues affect environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
30%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is poor with visible litter and limited sanitation services.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is official; limited English spoken, posing challenges for non-Portuguese speakers.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Air quality is moderate but affected by dust and vehicle emissions.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
30%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and healthcare.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
25%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic and lack advanced medical services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
28%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare system is underdeveloped and may not meet expat standards.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many accommodations lack it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels from traffic and urban activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with Portuguese and African influences.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, mostly small bars and local music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
55%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions exist but are underdeveloped for tourism.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
45%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available but infrastructure is minimal.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
58%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but international options are scarce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are virtually nonexistent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers with basic equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed healthy options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT time zone is convenient for European and African clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure and community are nearly nonexistent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces to evaluate.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is very nascent and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but banking infrastructure is weak.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption or awareness of blockchain and crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Bissau Airport has limited international flights, mostly regional connections.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
Public transit is informal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is poor.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No formal ride-sharing apps operating.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but infrastructure and safety are lacking.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services; road conditions are poor.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is patchy but improving.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but internet instability can cause interruptions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
25%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; process is straightforward.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is basic but lacks incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech but political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
30%
Weight: 20
Political instability and occasional unrest affect safety and business.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program exists.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Very limited infrastructure or community support for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums for digital nomads in Bissau.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
40%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns including petty crime and political unrest.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms and safety issues can pose challenges for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some xenophobia reported.