Maafushi, Maldives 🇲🇻
#1217
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Maafushi is relatively expensive compared to many Asian destinations due to import reliance, but cheaper than capital Malé.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
35%
Weight: 80
Guesthouses and budget hotels are available but prices remain high compared to mainland Asia.
🍎 Food & Groceries
40%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported groceries and dining out can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
68%
Weight: 20
Limited to boats and walking; boat rides are affordable but can add up.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
41%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; most activities are nature-based and affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
20%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are expensive and limited in facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
75%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable with government controls.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Decent 4G coverage; fiber internet limited and can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no dedicated coworking spaces on Maafushi.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi; connectivity can be spotty.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited options; most cafes cater to tourists rather than remote workers.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a major digital nomad hub; more popular for short-term tourism.
📱 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 work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
88%
Weight: 15
Pristine beaches and marine environment; very clean and natural.
🧼 Cleanliness
79%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some waste management challenges due to island size.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken in tourism areas; Dhivehi is local language.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to ocean surroundings and low pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for families; more suited for short stays.
🏥 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 costly.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities on Maafushi; adequate for minor issues.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some monsoon season rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and storms but vulnerable to sea level rise and tsunamis.
🏞️ Green Spaces
30%
Weight: 10
Limited vegetation and green parks due to small island size.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
10%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate is consistent year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; peaceful environment.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich Maldivian culture but limited cultural activities on Maafushi itself.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, snorkeling, and marine life.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
25%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; limited opportunities to learn Dhivehi.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of island tours, snorkeling, and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Basic local and tourist-oriented restaurants; limited variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Few yoga options; mostly small-scale or hotel-based.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
25%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and fruits available; limited vegetarian/vegan options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT+5; suitable for Asia and some Europe time zones, less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking for digital nomads.
💻 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
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No significant startup ecosystem on Maafushi.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic mobile payment options; cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption; no major crypto infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Nearest international airport is Velana International Airport in Malé, accessible by ferry.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit; island small enough to walk.
🚶 Walkability
90%
Weight: 20
Highly walkable due to small island size.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; possible but uncommon.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Boat transfers to Malé and other islands; limited but functional.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; not common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage on the island.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Generally stable but occasional outages occur.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
80%
Weight: 30
No income tax in the Maldives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; generally safe for tourists.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; strict requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Challenging for foreigners; bureaucratic processes.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for digital nomads in Maafushi.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Safe but conservative culture; some restrictions on dress and behavior.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant due to tourism exposure.