Gabu, Guinea-Bissau 🇬🇼
#1915
12.281951, -14.226081
Nomad Score:
44%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to many other countries, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
78%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality may vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis are available but can be pricey for longer distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options, with few venues for nightlife or cultural activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
30%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership costs can be high relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
40%
Weight: 30
The currency is somewhat unstable, which can affect purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
42%
Weight: 100
Internet speed is generally slow and unreliable, especially in rural areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but the quality and availability can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer resources and community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
A slower pace of life can contribute to a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality, with some areas suffering from pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness can be an issue in urban areas, with litter and waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is the official language, which may pose a barrier for non-speakers.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality is variable, with some pollution from vehicles and industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and may not meet international standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are generally low, but quality can be a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare options available, particularly for specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
80%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, though rainy season can be intense.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of natural disasters, including flooding during the rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
45%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces in urban areas, but some parks exist.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available but not ubiquitous; many locals rely on fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily warm with a wet and dry season.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options are sparse, with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural landscapes and opportunities for outdoor activities, though access can be limited.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities for language learning, particularly for Portuguese.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Limited local experiences and tours available for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options, such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but options are limited and can be repetitive.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available, limiting wellness options.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities available, with few options for organized sports.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options exist, but they can be hard to find.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe and the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads due to small community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally, primarily in tourism.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Underdeveloped freelance ecosystem with limited resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces, and those that exist are often of low quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup scene, with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Limited payment services available, primarily cash-based economy.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; connectivity can be a challenge.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure can be lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available; taxis are the primary transport option.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling is not common, and infrastructure is lacking.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options, primarily by bus.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental services for scooters or bikes available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile network coverage is inconsistent, especially in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work, but speeds may vary.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate, but enforcement can be inconsistent.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is limited, with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
30%
Weight: 20
Political stability is a concern, with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes are complex and slow.
📄✈️ 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 in certain areas, particularly at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women, but cultural norms may vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Racial tolerance is moderate, with some cultural diversity.