Bissau, Guinea-Bissau 🇬🇼
Nomad Score:
45%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to many other capitals, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
78%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options, though quality can vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but local taxis and shared transport are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options, but local events and activities are generally low-cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees can be relatively high for the local context.
💱 Currency Stability
35%
Weight: 30
The currency is subject to fluctuations, impacting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
40%
Weight: 100
Internet access is available but often slow and unreliable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces available, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer resources.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
A laid-back lifestyle contributes to a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Some areas are clean, but pollution can be an issue in urban centers.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely; some areas are well-maintained while others are not.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is the official language, and English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally acceptable, but can worsen during certain seasons.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and may not meet international standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are generally affordable, but quality may be a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available, but advanced treatments may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, though rainy season can be intense.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of flooding during the rainy season, but major disasters are rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
35%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green spaces available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily warm and wet/dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions, but limited exposure to international culture.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options are limited, with a few bars and local music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful natural landscapes, though infrastructure for outdoor activities is lacking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning, especially for Portuguese.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are limited compared to larger tourist destinations.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options, primarily focused on local culture.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but dining options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available, limiting wellness options.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities available, primarily basic gyms.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
45%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but overall limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe and the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Underdeveloped freelance ecosystem with limited resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces with low quality and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup scene with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not widely adopted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights, but some regional connections available.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but urban planning is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Basic intercity travel options available, but not very frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work, but speed can be an issue.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options, mostly found in cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa process is relatively straightforward, but can be slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and can be burdensome for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; caution is advised.
🏛️ Political Stability
35%
Weight: 20
Political instability can affect daily life and safety.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Business registration is complicated and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
40%
Weight: 100
Safety can be a concern; caution is advised, especially at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women, but cultural norms may vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, but experiences may vary.