Beirut, Lebanon 🇱🇧
#1107
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Nomad Score:
55%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western cities, but inflation and currency instability have increased prices recently.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
53%
Weight: 80
Rental prices vary widely; central Beirut is expensive, but outskirts offer more affordable options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
67%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are affordable; imported goods and dining out can be pricey due to inflation.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but very cheap; taxis and ride-sharing are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Nightlife and cultural events are available but can be costly in upscale venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but memberships are moderately priced, often higher in central areas.
💱 Currency Stability
21%
Weight: 30
Lebanese pound has experienced severe devaluation and instability since 2019.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
63%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, mostly in Beirut, but options are limited compared to larger hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread or highly specialized.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Not a major digital nomad hotspot, but some presence due to culture and cost.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID and affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Cultural emphasis on social life and family supports balance, though economic stress can impact it.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Pollution and waste management issues affect overall environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
38%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is inconsistent, with litter and infrastructure challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75%
Weight: 30
Arabic is primary, but French and English are widely spoken, easing communication for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
35%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern, especially in dense urban areas.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities; schools and healthcare vary in quality.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Private healthcare is good but expensive; public healthcare quality varies.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
45%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs can be high, especially in private facilities.
🏥 Healthcare
53%
Weight: 20
Adequate for basic needs but limited advanced care and infrastructure issues.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters; generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate earthquake risk; occasional flooding and regional instability.
🏞️ Green Spaces
42%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces within the city; some parks but urban density dominates.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Widely available in homes and businesses, essential during hot summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild winters and hot summers; limited extreme variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
35%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in urban areas due to traffic and construction.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
89%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant arts, music, and history.
🌃 Nightlife
78%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife scene with bars, clubs, and live music, though affected by economic challenges.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Access to Mediterranean coast and nearby mountains, but urban sprawl limits green outdoor spaces.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
72%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn Arabic, French, and English through immersion.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Rich historical sites and cultural tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
63%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and cafes provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
85%
Weight: 25
Renowned for diverse and high-quality Middle Eastern cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
58%
Weight: 10
Some yoga studios exist but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
57%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
79%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and Mediterranean diet options are abundant.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT+2, suitable for working with Europe and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads; some startup and expat communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
48%
Weight: 20
Growing but still nascent freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Decent facilities but not on par with major global hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
52%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with challenges due to economic instability.
💳 Local Payment Services
43%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment infrastructure; cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Interest growing but regulatory environment unclear.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport connects to major cities but limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
37%
Weight: 20
Public transit infrastructure is poor and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Walkable in central areas but traffic and infrastructure issues exist.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
68%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads are often unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis available but limited rail or organized intercity transport.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
28%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas, though rural zones less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; some occasional restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and reliance on private generators.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech but political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
25%
Weight: 20
Ongoing political and economic instability affects safety and business environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
35%
Weight: 15
Banking is difficult due to capital controls and documentation requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic hurdles and economic instability complicate business setup.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Some amenities for nomads but infrastructure and stability issues limit appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
38%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online communities for Beirut-based digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
40%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to political unrest, crime, and occasional protests.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate; women can navigate city safely but cultural norms vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional social tensions exist.