Travel Information
Language
The official language in Maldives is Dhivehi
but majority of the population speaks English.
Currency
The local currency is Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR), but Maldivian resort islands are accepting United States dollar (USD).
Religion
The Maldives have a long long Buddhist history and by the mid-12th century Maldivians converted to Islam when Muslim traders introduced Islam.
Time
5 hours ahead of GMT
Electricity
240 volts, power plugs and sockets are of type G (british 3-pin-rectangular blade plug)
Mobile Services
Prepaid SIM cards are available at the airport. The SIM cards can be used for local and international calls and for data. WiFi is available in all Tourist Resorts.
Taxes
A Tourism Goods and Service Tax (TGST) of 16% is charged on all goods and services at tourist establishments. A Green Tax of US$ 6.00 per person per day is payable for guests staying at tourist accommodation except guest houses where the Green Tax is US$ 3.00 per person per day.
From 1st of January 2025 the Green Tax will be raised to US$ 12.00 per person per day. The Tourism Goods and Service Tax (TGST) will increase from 16% to 16% from 1st of July 2025 onwards.
Covid 19 Requirements
Travel to Maldives:
Maldives reopened its borders to tourists of all nationalities on 15th July 2020.
Recent updates:
Public Health Emergency regarding the Covid-19 Pandemic has been revoked on 13th March 2022:
All arriving and departing passengers via airports and seaports are required to complete the Traveler Declaration form within 96 hours to the flight time.
PCR result is not mandatory from any passenger during arrival and departure. This applies to unvaccinated travelers as well.
Travel-related quarantine is not required by any traveler.
Required Forms:
Complete the online Traveler Declaration Form within 96 hours of your flight.
Travel from Maldives:
If you are travelling from the Maldives, you may be required to take a COVID 19 PCR test and submit additional documentation before departure. Please check the requirements of your specific destination before you travel.
Required Forms:
Complete the online Traveler Declaration Form within 96 hours of your flight.