Bolama, Guinea-Bissau 🇬🇼
#1913
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Nomad Score:
40%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards, especially outside capital cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
81%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality and availability can be limited.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport but low-cost options like shared taxis and walking.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are scarce and basic, but generally inexpensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
34%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership tends to be costly relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
The West African CFA franc is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
23%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable with frequent outages; limited broadband infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
5%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces in Bolama; digital nomads must rely on cafes or remote work from accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
12%
Weight: 30
Very few cafes offer WiFi, and connectivity is often poor.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
8%
Weight: 30
Almost no cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
3%
Weight: 100
Bolama is virtually unknown among digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with low stress, but limited amenities for work-life integration.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Natural environment is relatively unspoiled with coastal and island landscapes.
🧼 Cleanliness
31%
Weight: 10
Infrastructure challenges lead to issues with waste management and street cleanliness.
🗨️ Language Barrier
37%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is official; limited English spoken, posing challenges for many foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity and coastal breezes.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
20%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic and under-resourced.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but quality is low, often requiring travel for serious care.
🏥 Healthcare
25%
Weight: 20
Limited access to quality healthcare services in Bolama.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
54%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and hurricanes; some flooding risk during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
72%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and coastal areas, but few formal parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
18%
Weight: 15
Very limited availability of air conditioning in public and private spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons only.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with Portuguese and African influences; traditional music and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly informal gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for nature exploration, beaches, and wildlife.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but challenging without Portuguese basics.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available focusing on nature and culture but limited infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
17%
Weight: 10
Scarce indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
59%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but limited variety; few international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
2%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios in Bolama.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited fitness facilities beyond informal outdoor exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and fish are available; processed healthy options are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
GMT time zone is convenient for European and African clients but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
4%
Weight: 25
Almost no professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
21%
Weight: 20
Local economy is limited; most remote jobs must be sourced internationally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
5%
Weight: 20
No established freelance ecosystem or platforms locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
0%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces exist.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
3%
Weight: 15
Very nascent or non-existent startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
32%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but limited card payment infrastructure.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal awareness or adoption of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
15%
Weight: 30
Bolama has a small airport with limited flights; major international connections require travel to Bissau.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; transport mainly by informal taxis or walking.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small town size allows easy walking but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps operate in Bolama.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
20%
Weight: 15
Limited ferry and boat services; road travel is difficult and slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Basic 3G/4G coverage available but spotty and slow.
🔒 VPN Reliability
35%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but connection speeds and stability are poor.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
22%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
5%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is almost non-existent.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; process is straightforward but limited duration.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is basic; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech; some government restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
38%
Weight: 20
Political environment is fragile with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
25%
Weight: 10
Business registration is slow and complex with limited digital services.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar program exists.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
7%
Weight: 50
Very low friendliness towards digital nomads due to infrastructure and services.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
5%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for digital nomads in Bolama.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime and lack of emergency services are concerns.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms and safety issues may pose challenges for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though foreigners may experience occasional discrimination.