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Ukulhas, Maldives 🇲🇻
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Nomad Score:
45%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Ukulhas is a small island in the Maldives, with costs generally higher than mainland Asia due to import reliance; overall expensive for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
27%
Weight: 80
Limited accommodation options mostly geared towards tourists; guesthouses and small hotels are pricey compared to other digital nomad destinations.
🍎 Food & Groceries
30%
Weight: 40
Most food is imported, leading to high prices; local seafood is fresh but limited variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
45%
Weight: 20
Local transport is mainly boats; inter-island travel can be costly but short distances keep costs moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
35%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; mostly nature-based activities with some paid tours.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
10%
Weight: 10
No formal gyms on the island; fitness options are limited to outdoor activities.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable with pegging to USD, low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but can be inconsistent; speeds average around 10-20 Mbps with occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
5%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces on Ukulhas; nomads rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi; connectivity can be spotty but some guesthouses offer decent internet.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited cafes catering to digital nomads; quiet environment but minimal amenities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Ukulhas is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; very low nomad presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easily available for tourists with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Peaceful island life promotes good work-life balance, but limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Pristine beaches, clear waters, and well-maintained natural environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Island is clean and well-kept, with community efforts to maintain hygiene.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Dhivehi is official language; English widely spoken in tourism sector but limited outside it.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to ocean surroundings and low pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited facilities for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available on island; serious cases require transfer to Malé or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but limited services may lead to expensive transfers.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities; adequate for minor issues but not for emergencies.
🌿 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 earthquake risk but vulnerable to sea-level rise and occasional storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Island vegetation and beaches provide natural green spaces, though limited in size.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Available in most accommodations but not widespread in public areas.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
10%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal changes.
🔊 Noise Pollution
90%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution; peaceful island atmosphere.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich Maldivian culture with Islamic influences; small community with traditional lifestyle.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for snorkeling, diving, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; limited opportunities to learn Dhivehi.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available including fishing, island hopping, and cultural visits.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine with seafood focus; limited variety and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios; some resorts may offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
10%
Weight: 15
No formal fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
45%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits available; limited vegetarian/vegan options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+5, reasonable overlap with Asia and Europe working hours but less ideal for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Minimal networking due to low digital nomad presence.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
No local job market; reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
No local freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces available.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
5%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic mobile payments and card acceptance; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption or infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is Velana International Airport in Malé; requires boat transfer to Ukulhas.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit; island small enough to walk.
🚶 Walkability
90%
Weight: 20
Highly walkable small island.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Possible to cycle around island; limited infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Boat transfers to nearby islands and Malé; limited frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Some bike rentals available for tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage on island with major Maldivian carriers.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly in guesthouses and resorts.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
85%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
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.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Possible but bureaucratic and limited for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known regular nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for Ukulhas as a nomad destination.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but conservative culture requires modesty.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; tourism brings diversity.