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Dili, East Timor 🇹🇱
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many Southeast Asian cities, with low costs for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Limited options with moderate pricing; basic apartments are affordable but quality varies.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transport is minimal but informal transport and taxis are cheap.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment venues; costs are low but options are sparse.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
37%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, membership tends to be expensive relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
Uses US dollar alongside local currency; relatively stable but local economy is fragile.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
41%
Weight: 100
Internet is improving but still slow and unreliable in many areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; digital nomads often work from cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with low stress but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Natural environment is good but urban areas can be dusty and underdeveloped.
🧼 Cleanliness
39%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with issues in waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Tetum and Portuguese are official; English is limited outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrialization.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
35%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; serious medical issues require travel abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but limited in quality and availability.
🏥 Healthcare
38%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but lack specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season can be intense but generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Limited urban parks but proximity to natural landscapes is good.
❄️ Air Conditioning
42%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many accommodations lack it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; some areas can be noisy due to traffic and construction.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with unique traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hills, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Growing tourism sector offers cultural and nature tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
28%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but limited variety; few international restaurants.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed healthy options are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC+9 time zone is favorable for Asia-Pacific and some European remote work.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
10%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
15%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure and support are almost non-existent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is very nascent and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment options; cash is dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption and awareness of blockchain or crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Small international airport with limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on informal transport.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City center is somewhat walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but infrastructure and safety are limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services and some domestic flights.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals exist but are informal and limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in rural zones.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and unstable supply in some areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available for many nationalities; visa extensions possible.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Simple tax system but limited incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but media is still developing.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Bureaucratic and requires local documentation; challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Process is improving but still slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums focused on Dili digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate gender equality; cultural norms may require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with some ethnic diversity.