Visas are required for most nationalities, but are free and can be obtained on arrival for a maximum stay of 30 days.
Port Health
Intensified
surveillance for incoming passengers and continuous inspection of food items,
and animals that were imported into the country is being carried out at all
ports of the country.In preparation for the certification of the Malaria Free Maldives, all incoming passengers from malaria-infected countries are screened.For Certification of Sanitary Port an organized Medical Service, adequate staff and equipment provides in and out passengers care and attend Medical emergencies at port.
Disinfections is compulsory for Cargo aircraft and passenger aircrafts coming from Yellow Fever and Malaria endemic areas.
Duty Free
Duty free shopping is only available in the departure terminal of the Male’ international airport. The lounge has specialized shops for electrical goods, watches, cameras, fashion, liquor, jewelry, tobacco and more.
Information Counter
Maldives
Tourism Promotion Board has an information counter setup for ease of the tourists
visiting the Maldives. Especially those who are Free travelers or FITs. Any
information including Maldives, hotels and rates will be provided by the MTPB
staff at the counter.Custom Requirement
The import of firearms, liquor, drugs and pornography are prohibited. An official license is required for import of alcohol. Alcohol is available in all the resorts and not sold / available in Male’. Dogs, Pigs, and pork products are prohibited. Special permission should be sought to bring the personal pets (dogs not allowed).
Travellers Essentials Tours Reservation Form
