Mathiveri, Maldives 🇲🇻
#1225
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Nomad Score:
47%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Generally expensive due to island location and reliance on imports; 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; limited variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
40%
Weight: 20
Local transport is minimal; boat transfers can be pricey but short distances reduce costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; mostly centered around water activities which can be expensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
15%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are expensive and facilities limited.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable with government backing and pegged to USD.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
64%
Weight: 100
Reasonably good 4G and some fiber connections; occasional outages due to island infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi; mostly guesthouses and resorts offer internet access.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes suitable for working; not a strong digital nomad hub.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
23%
Weight: 100
Not a mainstream digital nomad destination yet; niche appeal for nature lovers.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Peaceful environment with natural beauty supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Pristine beaches and marine environment; excellent natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
87%
Weight: 10
Generally very clean due to strict local regulations and tourism standards.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Dhivehi is local language; English 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; serious cases require transfer to Malé or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable but limited; private care is expensive.
🏥 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 seasonal monsoon rains.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and storms; vulnerable to sea level rise and occasional storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Natural greenery limited to island vegetation; beaches and ocean dominate.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and resorts have AC; essential due to tropical heat.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Unique Maldivian culture influenced by Islam and South Asia; limited cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent for snorkeling, diving, and beach activities; rich marine biodiversity.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
25%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; some chance to learn Dhivehi informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of boat tours, fishing, and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly resort-based activities.
🍎 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; some resorts offer yoga classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
25%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; mostly resort-based.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits available; limited vegetarian/vegan options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
UTC+5; convenient for Asia and parts of Europe, less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited digital nomad community and networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
No local remote job market; reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem; mostly individual remote workers.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and mobile payments available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; no significant crypto infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Access via Malé international airport plus domestic transfers; somewhat inconvenient.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit on the island; walking and boats are primary transport.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes walking easy and common.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps or services available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure; small island size helps.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Boat and seaplane transfers; limited frequency and costly.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage on island; reliable mobile network.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages due to island infrastructure; generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in resorts and guesthouses.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
80%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
75%
Weight: 30
No income tax in Maldives; favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; sensitive topics avoided.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; strict requirements and limited options.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Possible but bureaucratic; not streamlined for foreigners.
📄✈️ 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; more suited for vacationers.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; niche groups only.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; safe for solo travelers.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but conservative culture requires modesty.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; tourism promotes openness but some cultural conservatism.