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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, with affordable daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite affordable, especially for long-term stays in local neighborhoods.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very affordable and diverse options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited due to cultural restrictions.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but vary in quality and availability.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
Iranian Rial experiences significant inflation and volatility, impacting financial planning.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and subject to government restrictions and throttling.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
37%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, mostly small and not widely promoted.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies and censorship affects access.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; environment can be restrictive.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads due to visa and internet restrictions.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
78%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID, affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Cultural emphasis on family and social life supports balance, but work opportunities are limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
51%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern, especially in winter; some green areas exist.
🧼 Cleanliness
63%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean, though some areas suffer from litter and pollution.
🗨️ Language Barrier
39%
Weight: 30
Persian is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Air pollution levels can be high, especially during colder months.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Family-oriented culture with many activities suitable for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are decent in urban centers but may lack advanced facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Medical care is affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
68%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is accessible; specialized care may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Hot dry summers and cold winters; generally sunny but can be harsh in extremes.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes; low risk of other natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
58%
Weight: 10
Several parks and gardens, but green space per capita is limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older structures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with hot summers and cold winters, some seasonal variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise pollution in busy areas, quieter in residential zones.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
89%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with many UNESCO sites and traditional arts.
🌃 Nightlife
23%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is very limited due to cultural and legal restrictions.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
62%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions exist but urban outdoor activities are limited.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools for foreigners; informal opportunities available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
81%
Weight: 10
Rich opportunities for cultural tours and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Indoor entertainment options are limited and often conservative.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
87%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful Persian cuisine with many local specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios due to cultural norms and limited demand.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and traditional dishes offer healthy choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+3:30 is moderately convenient for Europe and Asia but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for foreigners and digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small and not well integrated with global platforms.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and faces payment and connectivity challenges.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; quality and amenities are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but constrained by sanctions and limited funding.
💳 Local Payment Services
38%
Weight: 10
Local payment systems exist but international transactions are difficult.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is uncertain and restrictive.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
International flights are limited due to sanctions; domestic connectivity is good.
🚇 Public Transit
67%
Weight: 20
Bus and metro services available but can be crowded and less modern.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure outside is less pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Local ride-hailing apps are available and widely used.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and cultural acceptance.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Buses and trains connect major cities but can be slow and crowded.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services for tourists or nomads.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPN use is common but subject to government blocks and slowdowns.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often slow or unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
25%
Weight: 40
Visa process is complex and restrictive for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not favorable for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
15%
Weight: 15
Strict government controls limit freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
30%
Weight: 20
Political tensions and sanctions create an uncertain environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to regulations and sanctions.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and challenging for foreigners to start businesses.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Overall environment is challenging for digital nomads due to restrictions.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online community with limited resources for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists but caution advised in some areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural and legal restrictions limit female independence and safety.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance but some social conservatism exists.