Anse Royale, Seychelles 🇸🇨
#1182
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Seychelles is generally expensive due to import reliance; Anse Royale is moderately costly compared to main islands but still pricey for many digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
35%
Weight: 80
Limited rental options with high prices; beachfront and resort-style accommodations dominate, pushing costs up.
🍎 Food & Groceries
40%
Weight: 40
Groceries are expensive due to imports; local markets offer some fresh produce but overall food costs remain high.
🚌 Transportation Cost
51%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis and car rentals are expensive, but short distances reduce overall cost.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
43%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; activities like snorkeling and tours are moderately priced.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
47%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available with moderate pricing; some resorts offer fitness facilities but at premium rates.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Seychellois Rupee is relatively stable with government controls; minor fluctuations but generally reliable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
56%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds can be inconsistent; fiber connections limited, mostly 4G mobile internet.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces in Anse Royale; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi; connectivity can be spotty and not optimized for work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited options; cafes are more social than work-oriented, with inconsistent power outlets and seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence and few nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with data plans; affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Excellent balance due to relaxed island lifestyle, natural beauty, and low stress environment.
🌳 Environmental Quality
94%
Weight: 15
Pristine beaches, clear waters, and well-preserved natural environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
87%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces and beaches; government maintains good sanitation standards.
🗨️ Language Barrier
63%
Weight: 30
English, French, and Creole are spoken; English is official but some locals prefer Creole or French.
💨 Air Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
54%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; for advanced care, travel to main island or abroad needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable but limited; private care is expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
57%
Weight: 20
Satisfactory for minor issues; limited specialists and emergency services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; occasional rain but mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional tropical storms but rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
96%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural parks, beaches, and forested areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations but not universal; some places rely on natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with slight wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
89%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; quiet residential and natural areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Creole culture with French and African influences; small but vibrant local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
23%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly low-key bars and resort entertainment.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
98%
Weight: 15
Exceptional outdoor activities including beaches, hiking, snorkeling, and wildlife.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Creole and French.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good availability of eco-tours, island excursions, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
31%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly resorts and small community centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Fresh seafood and Creole cuisine available; limited variety and few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
34%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some resorts offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
42%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; mostly resort-based.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
58%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood abundant; processed healthy options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
UTC+4 time zone; convenient for Europe, less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Minimal professional networking; small expat community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
No local remote job market; nomads rely on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
21%
Weight: 20
Very limited local freelance ecosystem or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups in cafes or accommodations.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; economy focused on tourism and fishing.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and mobile payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and infrastructure for crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Main international airport on Mahé island; Anse Royale accessible by road; limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
37%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no rail or metro; taxis common but expensive.
🚶 Walkability
63%
Weight: 20
Small village layout allows walking; some roads lack sidewalks.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis and car rentals only.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Possible but limited infrastructure; hilly terrain can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Boat and limited ferry services between islands; no trains or buses between islands.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage on main islands; some rural spots have weaker signal.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
68%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
33%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly in hotels and some cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
No income tax for individuals; some indirect taxes apply.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech; small population limits public dissent.
🏛️ Political Stability
80%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Lengthy process with strict documentation; not very nomad-friendly.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; possible but time-consuming for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community; more suited for vacation than work.
🤝 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.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
86%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; safe for solo travelers and women.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with good racial harmony.