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Himmafushi, Maldives 🇲🇻
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Nomad Score:
47%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Relatively high cost of living due to island location and reliance on imports; more expensive than many Asian destinations.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
27%
Weight: 80
Limited budget accommodation; most options are mid to high-end guesthouses or resorts, driving prices up.
🍎 Food & Groceries
34%
Weight: 40
Food is expensive due to import dependency; local seafood is fresh but limited variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
45%
Weight: 20
Transportation mainly by boat; inter-island travel can be costly and infrequent.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; mostly centered around water activities which can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
18%
Weight: 10
Few or no dedicated gyms on the island; fitness options limited to resorts or informal setups.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable with government backing and pegged to USD.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
52%
Weight: 100
Internet available but can be inconsistent; speeds moderate but improving with recent infrastructure investments.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces on Himmafushi; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
33%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi; limited options for working outside accommodations.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
21%
Weight: 30
Very limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a major digital nomad hub; more popular for tourists and diving enthusiasts.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with good data plans for tourists.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance despite limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Pristine marine environment and clean island surroundings; excellent natural quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
86%
Weight: 10
Generally very clean due to small community and tourism standards.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
Dhivehi is official language; English widely spoken in tourism and service sectors.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to oceanic location and low pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for families; more suited for couples or solo travelers.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious cases require transfer to Malé or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Affordable for basic care but limited options; private care can be costly.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities on island; adequate for minor issues but not emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some monsoon season rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
55%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and storms; vulnerable to sea level rise and occasional cyclones.
🏞️ Green Spaces
68%
Weight: 10
Limited land area but lush vegetation and surrounding marine parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and resorts; less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
12%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
89%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution; peaceful island environment.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
63%
Weight: 20
Rich Maldivian culture with Islamic influences; small local community.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent for snorkeling, diving, and beach activities; stunning natural environment.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; opportunity to learn Dhivehi informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of island tours, diving, fishing, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly resort-based.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine with seafood focus; limited variety and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; some resorts offer yoga classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited formal fitness facilities; mostly informal or resort-based.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits available; limited vegetarian/vegan options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
64%
Weight: 20
GMT+5; convenient for Asia and parts of Europe but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking; small expat and digital nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
No significant local remote job market; mostly reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem; digital nomads mostly independent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces; working from cafes or accommodations.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and mobile payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; no significant local crypto infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest international airport in Malé; requires boat transfer to Himmafushi.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit on the island; transport mainly by boat or walking.
🚶 Walkability
87%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes it highly walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Possible to cycle around the island; limited infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Boat transfers to Malé and nearby islands; limited frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available for local transport.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage on the island with 4G services.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages; generally stable but island infrastructure can be vulnerable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in resorts or cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
85%
Weight: 30
No income tax in Maldives; favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; some limitations on political speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires local presence and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Complex process for foreigners; limited support for startups.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of June 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads focused on Maldives generally.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
83%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; safe environment for travelers.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but conservative culture; some restrictions on dress and behavior.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; tourism promotes openness but local culture is conservative.