Huraa, Maldives 🇲🇻
#2119
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Nomad Score:
47%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Maldives is generally expensive due to import reliance and tourism focus; Huraa, being a small island, has limited budget options.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Limited accommodation options mostly cater to tourists; long-term rentals for digital nomads are scarce and pricey.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable but imported groceries are expensive; limited variety on a small island.
🚌 Transportation Cost
40%
Weight: 20
Boat transport is necessary and can be costly; no public transport system on the island itself.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and mostly tourist-oriented, which can be expensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
20%
Weight: 10
Few or no formal gyms on Huraa; fitness options are limited and often costly.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable but tied closely to the USD and tourism economy.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
55%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but can be inconsistent; speeds are moderate but improving with recent infrastructure upgrades.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces on Huraa; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodation setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi; connectivity can be spotty and not optimized for work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited options; most cafes are tourist-focused rather than work-friendly.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
30%
Weight: 100
Maldives is emerging as a digital nomad destination but Huraa is less frequented compared to capital or resort islands.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Peaceful island life promotes good work-life balance but limited amenities may affect productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
90%
Weight: 15
Pristine natural environment with clean beaches and clear waters.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Generally clean due to small population and tourism standards.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Dhivehi is local language; English is widely spoken in tourism and service sectors.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to oceanic location and low pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious issues, travel to Malé or abroad is required.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable but limited; private care is expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities on Huraa; adequate for minor issues but lacks specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some monsoon season rain but mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and storms but vulnerable to sea level rise and occasional tropical storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Natural greenery and beaches abundant but no formal parks or urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning available in most accommodations but not always widespread.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
10%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate is consistent year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture influenced by Islamic traditions and island life; limited cultural events on small island.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent for water sports, snorkeling, diving, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; some opportunity to learn Dhivehi informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of island tours, fishing trips, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly reliant on accommodation amenities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local seafood and Maldivian cuisine available; limited variety and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Few or no dedicated yoga studios on Huraa; some resorts may offer sessions.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness centers; outdoor activities more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits available; limited organic or specialty health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+5 is convenient for Asia and Europe overlap but less ideal for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited local digital nomad community; networking mostly online or in Malé.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
No local job market; opportunities depend on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Small local freelance ecosystem; mostly reliant on international platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; work setups are informal.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity on Huraa; some activity in Malé.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but limited options; cash still common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption; no significant local infrastructure or regulation.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Velana International Airport in Malé; requires boat transfer to Huraa.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit on Huraa; transport mainly by foot or boat.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes it highly walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Possible to cycle around the island but limited infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Boat transfers to Malé and other islands; limited frequency and options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available but limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage on Huraa with 4G available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages; power supply can be unstable on smaller islands.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in resorts or cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
80%
Weight: 30
No income tax in Maldives, favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; criticism of government can be sensitive.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; strict requirements and limited services.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Possible but bureaucratic; better options in Malé than on Huraa.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Emerging destination but limited infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad events on Huraa.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; mostly related to Maldives in general.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; safe for solo travelers and women.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but conservative culture requires respectful behavior.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant due to tourism exposure; some cultural conservatism.