Phu Quoc, Vietnam 🇻🇳
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Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable living costs compared to Western standards, especially outside peak tourist areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Reasonably priced apartments and guesthouses, with options ranging from budget to mid-range; luxury stays are pricier but still affordable.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very cheap and fresh options; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Scooter rentals and local transport are very cheap; taxis and ride-hailing services are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
76%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable, though somewhat limited compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
68%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; memberships are moderately priced.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Vietnamese Dong is relatively stable but subject to inflation and government controls.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband and 4G/5G coverage; speeds sufficient for remote work but occasional outages occur.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces on the island; more options available in larger Vietnamese cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads but infrastructure is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
51%
Weight: 100
Phu Quoc is emerging as a digital nomad spot but less popular than Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
77%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with beaches and natural surroundings, though some areas face development pressures.
🧼 Cleanliness
69%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness is improving but some tourist areas can be littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken outside tourist and expat areas; Vietnamese is dominant.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to island location and limited heavy industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious conditions, travel to mainland cities is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable but limited in scope.
🏥 Healthcare
57%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; lacks specialized care and advanced facilities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from May to October.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
64%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and beaches.
❄️ Air Conditioning
73%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and cafes have air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich Vietnamese culture with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
54%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and beach parties.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for beaches, hiking, snorkeling, and nature exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
77%
Weight: 10
Good variety of tours including island hopping, fishing, and cultural visits.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
82%
Weight: 25
Fresh seafood and Vietnamese cuisine widely available; growing number of international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
51%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; some resorts offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood make healthy eating easy.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 is convenient for Asia and Europe but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
43%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
38%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
41%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
62%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and regulatory uncertainty.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Phu Quoc International Airport connects to major Vietnamese cities and some regional hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
21%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on scooters and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
53%
Weight: 20
Walkable in small town centers but limited sidewalks elsewhere.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Grab operate but less prevalent than in big cities.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Good for cycling with scenic routes but limited dedicated bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
58%
Weight: 15
Ferries and flights connect to mainland; limited bus services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
92%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
76%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage island-wide; 5G expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
69%
Weight: 20
VPNs work well but occasional government restrictions apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable power with occasional outages during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
57%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Vietnam offers e-visas and visa exemptions for some countries; process can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
44%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system with limited benefits for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
39%
Weight: 15
Restricted freedom of speech under government regulations.
🏛️ Political Stability
71%
Weight: 20
Stable one-party state with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires significant paperwork and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
53%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; foreign ownership restrictions apply.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Growing but still limited infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
37%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
51%
Weight: 20
Small but active online groups focused on Phu Quoc.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
62%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution but generally welcoming.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity; some occasional discrimination reported.