Mathiveri, Maldives 🇲🇻
#1225
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Relatively high cost of living due to island location and reliance on imports, making everyday expenses expensive.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Limited accommodation options mostly geared towards tourists; prices are high compared to mainland areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Food is expensive due to import dependency; fresh local seafood is available but other groceries are costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
40%
Weight: 20
Local transport is limited to boats and small vehicles; costs are moderate but options are scarce.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment is mostly resort-based and pricey; limited local options for budget entertainment.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
25%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships tend to be expensive due to limited facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable with government backing, but small economy can cause fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds available, but can be inconsistent due to island infrastructure limitations.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces; digital nomads mostly rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi exist, mostly catering to tourists; not many options for working remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes suitable for digital nomads; seating and power outlets are scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
23%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; mostly visited by tourists rather than remote workers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easily available with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance despite limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
90%
Weight: 15
Pristine marine environment and clean air; excellent natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces and beaches due to small population and tourism focus.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Dhivehi is local language; English widely spoken in tourism and service sectors.
💨 Air Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality with minimal pollution due to island location.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for families; more suited for solo travelers or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; serious medical issues require travel to Malé or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but limited services may require expensive transfers.
🏥 Healthcare
43%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities on the island; adequate for minor issues but not for emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some rainy season but mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and storms; vulnerable to sea level rise and occasional monsoon storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Natural island greenery and beaches provide ample green spaces, though limited urban parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and resorts; not always available in local homes or small businesses.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons but little temperature change.
🔊 Noise Pollution
88%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution; peaceful island environment.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture influenced by Islamic traditions and island heritage; limited cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Outstanding natural beauty with beaches, coral reefs, and marine life ideal for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; some opportunities to learn Dhivehi informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours such as snorkeling, fishing, and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly resorts and small local venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine with seafood focus; limited variety and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios or classes; mostly available in resorts or private sessions.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; some resorts offer facilities but public options are scarce.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits available; limited variety of health-focused restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+5; reasonable overlap with Asia and some European working hours, less so with Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside the island.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem; digital nomads rely on global platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces; working conditions vary widely.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Malé; requires additional boat transfer to Mathiveri.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system on the island.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes walking easy and practical.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps or services available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible and common for short distances on the island.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited to boats and ferries; no trains or buses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals are available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage on the island with 4G services.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur; backup generators common in accommodations.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in resorts and some 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 Maldives; favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; conservative society with some limits on expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Generally stable government 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; requires local partners and permits.
📄✈️ 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
Very small online presence for digital nomads in Mathiveri.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for travelers.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but conservative culture may require modest behavior.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; tourism brings some diversity but local society is homogeneous.