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Nomad score 5.8/10

43.9412, 12.4474 Europe/San_Marino #3426

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Researched Updated Oct 31, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Essentials

City
Borgo Maggiore, San Marino 7
Population
Approximately 6,900
Internet Speed
Fiber available via TMS (Telecom Italia San Marino) reaching 100-300 Mbps; average 95 Mbps
Currency & Banking
Euro (EUR). Country-prep reference dated 22 October 2026: 1 USD = 0.8925 EUR, or about 1 EUR = 1.1205 USD. 3 11
Tap Water
Drinkable. 3
Power
230 V, 50 Hz; Type C/F (Europlug/Schuko) and Type L sockets. 3
SIM Card
TIM San Marino Store, Via 28 Luglio 212, Borgo Maggiore: +Mobile 50 GIGA costs €7.95/month plus €9.90 SIM activation (2026). Confirm visitor eligibility and ID requirements in store; check your own operator before relying on Italian SIM roaming. 1 16
Banking for Expats
Banca di San Marino, Revolut (widely used), Wise
Accommodation
Hostaria da Bertoldi, Garden Village San Marino, and private rentals via Immobiliare San Marino
Cashless Friendly
Yes, cards accepted at almost all shops and restaurants, though carry some cash for small bus tickets
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb (limited), Booking.com (Hotel Cesare nearby), and San Marino Rents
Budget Accommodation
Hostel San Marino (approx. €30-40 per night)
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Piazza Grande area for the cable car access to the historic center
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Cailungo or residential Borgo Maggiore for proximity to grocery stores and quieter workspace

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
Master Coworking in Rimini, roughly 20 km away, is the verified regional alternative: Via Flaminia 267, entrance Via Palmiri 6; open desk €180/month plus Italian VAT (2026). A Borgo Maggiore coworking tariff was not verified. 4 15
Best Cafe for Work
Bar Tabacchi I Portici (reliable Wi-Fi and quiet mornings)
Networking Events
Events organized by the San Marino Economic Development Agency (Agenzia per lo Sviluppo Economico)
Social Events for Expats
Expatriates in San Marino Facebook Group; social mixers at Bar Funivia

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
No Uber/Bolt; use Radio Taxi San Marino (+378 0549 991441)
Bike/Scooter Rental
E-bike rentals at the Cable Car station (approx. €25/half-day)
Best Beach Nearby
Rimini, Italy (approx. 25-30 minutes by car/bus)
Top Regional Airline
Air San Marino (private/charter focus); mostly use Bologna Airport
Top International Airline
Lufthansa, Emirates (via Bologna BLQ or Rimini RMI for charter)
Highway Access
SS72 Superstrada connecting Borgo Maggiore directly to Rimini and the A14 motorway 3
Main Train/Transit Hub
Rimini Railway Station (Stazione di Rimini) is the main hub (connected by Bonelli Bus) 2 3
Public Transport Passes
Bonelli Bus: Borgo Maggiore–Rimini €6 one way; the €6 fare tier has 12 rides for €57, 30 for €124 or 50 for €152 (2026). These are ride bundles, not unlimited monthly passes. 2
Regional Travel
Bonelli Bus (Line 72) to Rimini; private car is the primary mode within the Republic 2 3

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
Ospedale di Stato (State Hospital) in Cailungo, 5 mins from Borgo Maggiore 6
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Centro Yoga Equilibrium; Wellness sessions at Grand Hotel San Marino
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Palestra Dynamic (Via Ovella); functional training and cardio machines (approx. €50/month)
Laundry Services
Lavanderia Self-Service 'I Portici' in the main commercial strip

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
Limited local services; most use direct phone orders or 'Foodinho' (Rimini-based services sometimes reach borders)
Best Local Dish to Try
Torta Tre Monti (wafer cake) and Cappelletti in Brodo
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Ristorante Ritrovo dei Lavoratori (offers plant-based Sammarinese pasta variants)
Best Dessert Spots
Pasticceria La Serenissima (famous for local cakes) 8
Affordable Shopping Spots
Centro Commerciale Atlante (Dogana) or local markets in Piazza Grande
E-commerce/Online Store
Amazon.it (delivers to San Marino addresses); eBay
Grocery Delivery
Conad City Borgo Maggiore (online ordering available via local delivery)
Bar/Nightlife Area
Piazza Grande in Borgo; for late-night clubs, head to Rimini (Altromondo Studios)
Local Brewery
Birrificio Abusivo (local craft beer produced within the Republic)
Wine Bars
Cantina San Marino (The Consorzio Vini for local wine tasting)
Street Food Stalls
La Mi Piadina (Piadina Romagnola is a staple snack)
Popular International Cuisine
Ristorante Japanese Origami (Cailungo area)

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Piazza Grande, Funivia (Cable Car) to Mount Titano
Museums & Art Venues
Museum of Curiosities (Museo delle Curiosità) nearby; San Marino State Museum
Historical Sites
The Three Towers (Guaita, Cesta, Montale) located at the top of the cable car ride 3
Religious Sites
Santuario della Beata Vergine della Consolazione (designed by Giovanni Michelucci)
Annual Events
Medieval Days (Giornate Medievali) in July; San Marino MotoGP (nearby in Misano)
Cultural Districts
The UNESCO World Heritage old town (reachable by cable car from Borgo)
Theater Venues
Teatro Concordia (Borgo Maggiore’s main performing arts space)
Local Markets
Weekly Thursday morning market in Piazza Grande 7
Music Scene
Live jazz and acoustic sets at local bars in 'Il Portone'
Street Art
Murals near the multi-story parking structures and local school zones
Cooking Classes
Consorzio Terra di San Marino (traditional pasta and bread making)
Art Galleries
Galleria d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea
Historic Buildings
Palazzo Begni (nearby government building with historic architecture)
Local Heritage
The 'Palio delle Balestre' (Crossbow tournament heritage)

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Parco Naturale di Montecchio (large wooded park with trails) 9
National Parks Nearby
Sasso Simone and Simoncello Regional Park (Italy, 40 mins drive)
Cycling/Walking Paths
The old railway tunnel paths (Percorso della Vecchia Ferrovia)
Scenic Viewpoints
Belvedere at the Cable Car station overlooking the Adriatic coast
Birdwatching Locations
Crags of Mount Titano (peregrine falcons)
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
Designated campfire areas in San Marino Adventure Park (Parco di Montecerreto)

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
Poste San Marino (distinct from Poste Italiane), DHL, UPS 10
Tech Repair Services
SM Tech (Electronics and PC repair on Via Venticinque Marzo)
Table Tennis Spots
Multieventi Sport Domus in Serravalle (5 mins away)
Language Classes
Università degli Studi della Repubblica di San Marino (Italian for foreigners)
Libraries & Study Spots
Biblioteca di Stato (State Library) in the historic center
Community Centers
Centro Sociale di Dogana (active community classes)
Gaming Lounges
Local hobby shops in the Atlante Shopping Center
Casino & Gaming Halls
Giochi del Titano (Rovereta) – the only casino in the Republic

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €4,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €168,000)
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €3,100 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €124,000)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €3,800 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €228,000)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €2,900 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €174,000)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €3,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €280,000)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €2,600 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €208,000)
Corporate Tax
Standard proportional IGR is 18% for 2026–2030. Qualifying new businesses can receive a 50% rate reduction for up to five tax periods, equivalent to 9% while the standard rate is 18%; eligibility conditions apply. 5
Dividend Withholding Tax
Headline dividend withholding is 5%, subject to domestic exemptions and applicable tax treaties, according to the country tax profile. 14
Tax System
Residents are taxed on worldwide income; the country tax profile records a 183-day residence threshold. 5 14
Highest Income Tax Bracket
35% (on income over €80,000) 5
VAT
No VAT, but has a 17% Monofase (Import tax) 14
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
No CFC rules are recorded in the country tax profile; other anti-avoidance and reporting obligations may still apply. 14
Property Tax
Generally low; calculated on 'Rendita Catastale' (cadastral value)
Property Transaction Tax
Approx. 1% to 1.5% registry tax plus transcription fees
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
No dedicated nomad tax regime is recorded in the country prep or tax profile. Residents face worldwide IGR at progressive personal rates of 9–35%; the residence threshold is 183 days. Work and residence permission must be checked separately. 5 12

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 31, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. TIM San Marino 50 GB mobile offer and SIM activation priceOfficial
  2. Bonelli route fares and multi-ride subscriptionsOfficial
  3. San Marino practical travel guideReference
  4. Master Coworking Rimini location and desk pricesOfficial
  5. Law 141 of 2025 on income taxOfficial
  6. State hospital emergency department in CailungoOfficial
  7. Borgo Maggiore Thursday marketOfficial
  8. La Serenissima cakes and Domagnano shopOfficial
  9. Montecchio nature parkOfficial
  10. Poste San Marino branch directoryOfficial
  11. ECB exchange rate source used by the country prepOfficial
  12. San Marino short visits and separate work requirementsOfficial
  13. Innovation Square is in RiminiOfficial
  14. San Marino tax authorityOfficial
  15. Via Flaminia 267 in RiminiMap
  16. TIM San Marino store address and opening hoursOfficial

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads High-net-worth residency permits and low effective rates for remote entrepreneurs via… No dedicated nomad tax regime is recorded in the country prep or tax profile. Residents…
    • Best Coworking Space Innovation Square San Marino (located in the nearby State Congress Center, approx… Master Coworking in Rimini, roughly 20 km away, is the verified regional alternative: Via…
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Minimal compared to EU, but transparency is increasing No CFC rules are recorded in the country tax profile; other anti-avoidance and reporting…
    • Corporate Tax 17% (Special 8.5% for new startups for the first 5 years) Standard proportional IGR is 18% for 2026–2030. Qualifying new businesses can receive a…
    • Currency & Banking Euro (EUR). 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks include BSI (Banca di San Marino) and BAC (Banca… Euro (EUR). Country-prep reference dated 22 October 2026: 1 USD = 0.8925 EUR, or about 1…
    7 more changes
    • Dividend Withholding Tax 5% (subject to residency and treaties) Headline dividend withholding is 5%, subject to domestic exemptions and applicable tax…
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F/L sockets (compatible with Italian standards) 230 V, 50 Hz; Type C/F (Europlug/Schuko) and Type L sockets.
    • Public Transport Passes San Marino-Rimini Bus (€5 one way); Funivia (Cable car) subscriptions available for… Bonelli Bus: Borgo Maggiore–Rimini €6 one way; the €6 fare tier has 12 rides for €57, 30…
    • SIM Card TMS (Telecom Italia San Marino) or Prima. Most use Italian SIMs (TIM, Vodafone, WindTre)… TIM San Marino Store, Via 28 Luglio 212, Borgo Maggiore: +Mobile 50 GIGA costs €7.95/month…
    • Tap Water Drinkable and high quality (Acqua Pubblica San Marino) Drinkable.
    • Tax System Residency-based taxation; income sourced globally is taxable for residents Residents are taxed on worldwide income; the country tax profile records a 183-day…
    • VAT San Marino uses Monofase (Single-stage tax) at 17% instead of VAT No VAT, but has a 17% Monofase (Import tax)

    fix pass after the batch's independent check: Tap Water and Power aligned with the country prep and the other San Marino city guides, dropping the unsupported water-supplier and quality wording and the plug emoji; Dividend Withholding Tax, Tax System, VAT and Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules given the shared country wording and tax-office citation; Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads aligned with the shared wording; SIM Card address and hours now cited to the operator's contact page; Best Coworking Space dropped a citation for a recommendation it no longer contains; provenance moved to the current model and verification date.

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