Dhigurah, Maldives 🇲🇻
#1219
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Generally expensive due to island location and reliance on imports; daily expenses higher than many Asian destinations.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Limited options mostly in guesthouses and resorts; prices are high compared to mainland Asia.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable but imported groceries are costly; seafood is fresh but dining out can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local transport; boat transfers and taxis are relatively expensive but island is small so less needed.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Few entertainment options; activities like diving and tours are costly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited gym facilities; most accommodations lack gyms.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable with government controls and pegged to USD.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
4G widely available; some guesthouses offer decent WiFi but speeds can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
5%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi; mostly small guesthouse cafes with basic connectivity.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited number; not many dedicated spaces for working.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Not a major digital nomad hub; more popular for leisure travelers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good balance but limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Pristine beaches, clear waters, and well-preserved natural environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, especially public areas and beaches.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Dhivehi is local language; English widely spoken in tourism sector.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to oceanic location and low pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Safe environment and nature activities suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious cases require transfer to Malé or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable but limited; private care is expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities on island; adequate for minor issues but not emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some monsoon rain but mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Low earthquake risk; vulnerable to sea level rise and occasional storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Natural greenery limited to island vegetation; no parks but abundant natural surroundings.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations have AC but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; peaceful island atmosphere.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Unique Maldivian culture with Islamic influences; limited cultural events on small island.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent for snorkeling, diving, beach activities, and marine life exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
25%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; limited opportunities to learn Dhivehi.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of island tours, fishing trips, and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Seafood-focused cuisine; limited variety but fresh and tasty.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Few yoga options; mostly offered by resorts or guesthouses.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms or fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits available; limited vegetarian/vegan options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
GMT+5; convenient for Asia and some Europe overlap, less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited digital nomad or professional networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
No local job market; reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and mobile payment options; cash still common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption; no significant local infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Accessible via Malé International Airport with domestic transfers; some travel complexity.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit on island; walking and boats only.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Small island easily walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps available.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Possible to cycle around island; limited infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Boat and domestic flights connect islands but can be time-consuming.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage on island.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly in resorts or cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
85%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
No income tax for individuals; favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions due to Islamic laws and government controls.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Possible but bureaucratic; foreign ownership restrictions apply.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Dhigurah.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate; conservative culture but tourists generally respected.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but conservative society.