Benghazi, Libya 🇱🇾
#182
32.120016, 20.081217
Nomad Score:
38%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many Western cities, but prices can vary significantly.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, but quality and availability can be inconsistent.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable fresh produce, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis are available but can be expensive for longer distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options, with higher prices for international events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
38%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees can be high relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
40%
Weight: 30
The Libyan dinar has faced volatility, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
42%
Weight: 100
Internet access is improving, but speeds can be inconsistent and slow.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed are often issues.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Benghazi is not a popular destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Cultural norms support a balanced lifestyle, but work opportunities are limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues affect overall environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
35%
Weight: 10
Public spaces can be littered, and waste disposal is often inadequate.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Arabic is the primary language; English is spoken in some areas but not widely.
💨 Air Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to traffic and industrial activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities exist, but quality varies significantly.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but access to quality care can be limited.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available, but specialized services may be limited.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, but political instability poses other risks.
🏞️ Green Spaces
30%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and recreational areas available for public use.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in homes and businesses, especially during summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
50%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; primarily warm weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
45%
Weight: 20
Rich history and culture, but limited access to cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options are very limited, with few bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
55%
Weight: 15
Access to coastal areas and some natural sites, but limited infrastructure.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
25%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; learning Arabic can be challenging.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
30%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours and local experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options, such as malls or cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but options are limited for international food.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available, limiting fitness options.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities available, with few options for group classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but overall variety is limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe, but less favorable for Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads and remote workers.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
15%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem; limited access to clients and projects.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces, and quality is often lacking.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Almost non-existent startup scene, with little support for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment options; cash is still the primary method.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; connectivity is improving but still restricted.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure is lacking in many parts.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
15%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available; taxis are the primary option.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Buses and taxis available, but options are limited and can be unreliable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental services for scooters or bikes available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists, but reliability can be an issue.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPNs can be used, but reliability varies based on local internet conditions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
45%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting reliability for remote work.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few public WiFi options available; mostly limited to cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex, and rates can be high for foreign workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; political expression can be risky.
🏛️ Political Stability
20%
Weight: 20
Political instability is a significant concern, affecting safety and daily life.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
35%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and challenging.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
20%
Weight: 10
Starting a business is complicated and often fraught with red tape.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Overall, Benghazi is not a nomad-friendly city.
🤝 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
30%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to political instability and crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be restrictive for women, affecting their freedom.
✊ Racial Tolerance
40%
Weight: 50
General tolerance exists, but ethnic tensions can arise.