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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards, especially for accommodation and food.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, with lower rents than major Iranian cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer inexpensive fresh produce and staples.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis and local transport are cheap.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs are low but options are scarce.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not widespread; membership fees are generally low.
💱 Currency Stability
23%
Weight: 30
Iranian Rial experiences high inflation and volatility, impacting financial planning.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
45%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and subject to government restrictions and throttling.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces; digital nomads rely on cafes or private spaces.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality and reliability vary significantly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; limited plug points and quiet spaces.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Qeshm is not a known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain for residents but require local ID.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life supports balance, but limited amenities may affect productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Island environment with relatively clean air and natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness in public areas; some waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
Persian (Farsi) is dominant; English is not widely spoken, posing communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to island location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited family-oriented amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; advanced medical care requires travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to global standards.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities on the island; adequate for minor issues but not emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
83%
Weight: 80
Hot desert climate with abundant sunshine; can be very hot in summer but generally dry.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes; low risk of floods or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Limited urban green spaces but natural landscapes and coastal areas available.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older structures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly hot and dry year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
70%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with unique island traditions and Persian heritage.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options due to cultural and legal restrictions.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural landscapes, beaches, and opportunities for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; immersion possible but challenging.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Several local tours available focusing on nature, culture, and history.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful and affordable, with fresh seafood prominent.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Practically no dedicated yoga studios on the island.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood are widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
UTC+3:30; moderate overlap with Europe and Asia but less convenient for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market is limited; most remote jobs come from outside Iran.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; quality depends on cafes or private setups.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Mostly cash-based economy; limited international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Some interest in crypto but government restrictions limit usage.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Qeshm Airport offers domestic flights; limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Small town areas are walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps; taxis are common.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited dedicated infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Ferries and buses connect to mainland; travel options are moderate.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage on the island with 4G available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs are necessary due to internet censorship; some instability reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages but generally stable supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
20%
Weight: 40
Iranian visa process is complex and restrictive for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; limited benefits for foreign digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
15%
Weight: 15
Significant restrictions on freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
30%
Weight: 20
Political tensions and sanctions impact stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to sanctions and banking restrictions.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and complex process, especially for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar permits available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Overall environment is challenging for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
Virtually no digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or community for nomads in Qeshm.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates, but political tensions exist.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Cultural restrictions and safety concerns limit female freedom.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural homogeneity but generally peaceful.