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Colombo

Sri Lanka's new dedicated digital nomad visa and improving coworking scene

In Colombo, a mid-range month runs about $1,345 (LKR 442,157) and there is low violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)Very Low

Cheaper day to day than about 95% of cities

Internet3.4/10

Slower internet than about 65% of cities

Visas6/10

Easier visas than about 55% of cities

Coworking3.7/10

Weaker coworking than about 70% of cities

English7/10

More English-friendly than about 55% of cities

Walkability4.7/10

Harder to get around than about 60% of cities

Gyms & Wellness4/10

Fewer wellness options than about 65% of cities

Getting There4.9/10

Harder to reach than about 55% of cities

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32 categories for Colombo, grouped for quick scanning — coverage varies from city to city. Open any row for the full detail and any cited sources.

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Data last updated September 2026 · Verify anything important.

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