💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards, especially outside major Iranian cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options, mostly basic but sufficient for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and groceries are inexpensive; fresh produce is abundant.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap; limited but affordable options.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; cultural events are affordable but nightlife is minimal.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not widespread; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
21%
Weight: 30
Iranian Rial is highly volatile with frequent inflation and currency fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and subject to government restrictions.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no formal coworking spaces in Qeshm.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
32%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity can be unreliable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Minimal digital nomad infrastructure or culture in cafes.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Qeshm is not a known destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Island environment with relatively clean air but some industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; public areas can be untidy.
🗨️ Language Barrier
23%
Weight: 30
Persian is dominant; English is rarely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to island location but occasional dust storms.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; advanced services require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities on the island; adequate for minor issues.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Hot desert climate with very hot summers and mild winters; mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
35%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks; mostly arid landscape with some coastal vegetation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; consistently hot and dry.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with unique island traditions and Persian influences.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet after dark.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
72%
Weight: 15
Beautiful coastal scenery, beaches, and natural attractions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Several local tours and cultural experiences available, especially eco and island tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Local Persian and seafood cuisine available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No known dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Few gyms and fitness centers; basic facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and seafood available; limited organic or specialty health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+3:30; moderate overlap with Europe and Asia, less with Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
No significant local freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces to evaluate.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited international payment options; reliance on cash and local banking.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
25%
Weight: 15
Some interest but heavily regulated and restricted by government.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Qeshm Airport offers limited domestic flights; no major international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; mostly taxis and minibuses.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Small town areas are walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps like Uber; local taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited dedicated infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Ferries and buses connect to mainland; travel can be slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options; mostly informal.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage on the island with 3G/4G networks.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPNs are necessary due to censorship but can be unstable.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
20%
Weight: 40
Iranian visa process is complex and restrictive for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
10%
Weight: 15
Strict government controls on speech and internet.
🏛️ Political Stability
30%
Weight: 20
Regionally tense political environment; internal stability moderate.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; requires extensive documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar permits available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and culture not supportive of digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for nomads in Qeshm.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists but some caution advised due to regional tensions.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Conservative cultural norms; women face restrictions and must adhere to dress codes.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity; some cultural conservatism.