🇲🇻Maldives

Typically bring

• Passport with at least six months’ validity remaining.
• Printed copy of confirmed return or onward travel ticket.
• Proof of booked accommodation (hotel reservation, guest house confirmation, or invitation letter).
• Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay (bank statement, cash, or credit card).
• Completed visa‑on‑arrival application form (provided at the airport).

Watch out for

• Traveling with a passport that expires in less than six months may lead to denial of entry.
• Missing or inaccurate accommodation details can cause delays at immigration.
• Carrying insufficient funds proof may result in a request for additional documentation.
• Attempting to overstay the 30‑day tourist visa can lead to fines or future entry bans.

Good to know

• Currency is the Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR); credit cards are accepted in most resorts, but carry some cash for smaller islands.
• English is widely spoken in tourism areas; Dhivehi is the local language.
• Mobile networks have good coverage in Malé and major islands; consider a local SIM for better rates.
• The Maldives is safe for tourists, but always keep valuables secure and respect local customs, especially on non‑resort islands.
• Dress modestly on local islands and be mindful of cultural sensitivities.