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VISITORS INFORMATION
There are
more than 86 resort islands in the Maldives with over 15500 beds.
Resort Islands in Maldives are self contained - they have their own power,
water, telecommunication, food outlets, transportation, storage and other
facilities which are essential to sustain a small town - these facilities are of
international standards.
Therefore, the guest has no excess to other Islands for the entire stay unless
he/she wishes to take a boat ride to the neighboring resort/island for some
reason.
Visas
Visitors to the Maldives must hold a valid passport, an onward or return ticket
and proof of sufficient funds to cover expenses during their stay. A 30-day visa
will be issued free of charge to all nationalities on arrival and this can be
extended once inside the country for a period of up to 3 months.
Prohibited
Items
The following items are Strictly Prohibited by Law to Import into the country:-
Weapons and Gunpowder of any kind.
All addictive drugs. (the penalty for importing of such drugs is severe, usually
life imprisonment).
Spear Gun, Harpoons, or Hazardous Chemicals.
All types of Poison and Acids.
Dangerous Animals, Dogs Pigs/Pork & Liquor. (It is advised not to purchase
Liquor on the Flight to Maldives. If liquor is imported without an official
license it should be declared at the customs and will be returned to you on
departure. Liquor and Pork products are available at the Resort Hotel for
visitors)
Pornographic materials in any form.
Products made out of Endangered Species.
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