Maldives Visa Requirements
For 🇬🇧 United Kingdom passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, and routine vaccinations.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Resort islands are very safe. Malé and local islands require more awareness but are generally safe. Strong currents are the main danger; follow resort water safety guidelines.
Money & Costs
Currency
Rf Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $100 · Mid: $400 · Luxury: $1,500+
Tipping
Service charge often included at resorts. Additional tips appreciated for exceptional service.
Practical Info
Power
Type Type D/G/J/K/L, 230V, 50Hz
Driving
Left side
Emergency
119 (police), 102 (ambulance), 118 (fire)
Getting There
Main Airports
Malé (MLE)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
November-April is dry season with best weather. May-October is wetter with lower prices. December-March is peak season. Diving is good year-round with different marine life by season.
Cultural Notes
The Maldives is Islamic. Alcohol is only available on resort islands, prohibited on local islands. Bikinis are fine on resort beaches but not on local island public beaches (designated bikini beaches exist). Respect prayer times on local islands.
Insider Tips
The Maldives has two types of islands: resort islands (one resort per island) and local islands (inhabited, budget-friendly). Resorts are all-inclusive paradises. Seaplane or speedboat transfers can be expensive. The Maldives is a Muslim country; respect rules on local islands.