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75.6

out of 100

94
Cost
85
Internet
56
Safety
77
Tourism
66
Visa

Est. cost

$760/mo

Internet speed

114.0 Mbps

94
Cost
85
Internet
56
Safety
77
Tourism
66
Visa
Visa-free entryDigital nomad visaCity transit: LimitedInter-city transit: Moderate
Visa-free entryDigital nomad visaCity transit: LimitedInter-city transit: Moderate114.0 Mbps$760/mo
94
Cost
85
Internet
56
Safety
77
Tourism
66
Visa
Visa-free entryDigital nomad visaCity transit: LimitedInter-city transit: Moderate

Est. cost

$760/mo

Internet speed

114.0 Mbps

Top cities

Manila (Makati / BGC)Capital

Capital & largest metro; strongest internet, nightlife & dining in Makati/BGC, but heavy traffic & pollution.

CebuPopular

Island city life; growing expat community, reliable internet, low CoL, beaches nearby.

SiargaoHidden Gem

Laid-back surf island; stunning nature & work-life balance, but limited infra & power/internet dips.

DumagueteHidden Gem

Relaxed university & expat town; 'City of Gentle People', cheap, diving nearby.

BaguioHidden Gem

Cool mountain city; escape tropical heat, pine forests, growing coworking scene, steep streets.

Davao CityPopular

Mindanao's biggest city; very safe, orderly, strong fiber internet in Lanang, less touristy.

Climate

Tropical; hot and humid with a wet monsoon and typhoon season (Jun–Nov) and a drier winter.

Transit

The Philippines' urban transit is dominated by iconic jeepneys, plus buses, tricycles and Manila's overcrowded LRT and MRT rail lines. Service is cheap but congested, traffic in Manila and Cebu is severe, and ride-hailing (Grab) is popular. Intercity travel relies on buses, extensive inter-island ferries and budget flights. Walkability is poor amid heat, traffic and patchy footpaths.

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