Ukulhas, Maldives 🇲🇻
#1223
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Nomad Score:
46%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Ukulhas is relatively expensive due to its remote island location and reliance on imports, making everyday expenses higher than average.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Limited accommodation options mostly geared towards tourists; prices are high compared to mainland areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
30%
Weight: 40
Food is mostly imported, leading to higher prices; local produce is limited but fresh seafood is available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
45%
Weight: 20
Transportation mainly via boats and ferries; costs are moderate but limited options increase reliance on private transfers.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and often expensive due to tourism focus.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
15%
Weight: 10
No formal gyms on the island; fitness options are minimal and informal.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable, pegged loosely to the USD, with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but can be inconsistent; speeds vary and may not support heavy data work reliably.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
5%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces on Ukulhas; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi exist, but quality and reliability are variable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes suitable for working; seating and power outlets are scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Ukulhas is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; most visitors are tourists.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID; good mobile coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Peaceful island life offers excellent work-life balance with natural surroundings and low stress.
🌳 Environmental Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Pristine beaches, clear waters, and well-maintained environment contribute to excellent environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
88%
Weight: 10
Ukulhas is known for its cleanliness and community efforts to maintain a clean environment.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
Dhivehi is the local language; English is widely spoken in tourism and service sectors.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to oceanic location and lack of industrial pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Safe and peaceful environment suitable for families but limited facilities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available on the island; serious medical needs require transfer to Malé or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but limited in scope; private care can be costly.
🏥 Healthcare
32%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities; only basic medical services available locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; occasional monsoon rains 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
75%
Weight: 10
Island has natural greenery and beaches but limited formal parks or green urban spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available in most accommodations but not universally standard.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
10%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
90%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution due to small population and natural surroundings.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich Maldivian culture with Islamic influences; small island community with traditional customs.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with no clubs or bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for snorkeling, diving, beach activities, and nature exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; limited opportunities to learn Dhivehi.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours such as fishing, snorkeling, and cultural visits.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly focused on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Basic local and tourist-oriented restaurants; limited variety and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios; some resorts may offer occasional classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited fitness facilities; mostly informal exercise options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and fruits available; limited variety of health-focused restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+5; moderately favorable for working with Asia and Europe, less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Minimal networking opportunities due to small digital nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
No significant local remote job market; mostly reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
No established freelance ecosystem or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; informal setups lack amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic mobile payment options exist but limited compared to urban centers.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption or infrastructure for blockchain or crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is in Malé; requires ferry or boat transfer to Ukulhas, adding travel time.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit on the island; transport is by foot or boat.
🚶 Walkability
85%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes it highly walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but limited by island size and infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Inter-island travel via ferries and speedboats; schedules can be limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is generally good but can be spotty in some areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably; no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Power supply is generally stable but occasional outages occur.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi mostly in resorts and cafes; not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward but limited duration.
📊 Tax Friendliness
80%
Weight: 30
No income tax in the Maldives, favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions exist; sensitive topics should be approached cautiously.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; strict requirements and limited banking options.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Possible but bureaucratic and complex 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 for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for digital nomads in Ukulhas.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but conservative cultural norms require respectful behavior.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, especially in tourist areas.