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Maldives Travel Advisory
Malé
By TravelSafe Research TeamSource: U.S. State Department ↗
CapitalMalé
CurrencyMVR · Maldivian rufiyaa
TimezoneUTC+05:00
Emergency
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US Embassy
Consulate
Colombo (Maldives)
No US embassy in Maldives — nearest: 210 Galle Road, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel to Maldives right now?
We do not have a current U.S. travel advisory on file for Maldives. Always check the State Department's official travel.state.gov page before booking.
Do U.S. citizens need a visa for Maldives?
Visa requirements depend on your passport and length of stay. Use TravelSafe's free Visa Checker (linked in the Visa Requirements section above) to see the latest entry rules, passport validity requirements, and any visa-on-arrival options.
What are the emergency numbers in Maldives?
Emergency services in Maldives: ambulance 102; fire 118; general emergency 119; police 119. Tap any number in the Emergency section above to call directly from a mobile device.
Is Maldives safe for solo travelers?
With the current advisory at Level 0 (No advisory data), Maldives is generally manageable for prepared solo travelers. Standard precautions apply: share your itinerary, keep digital copies of your passport, and register with STEP (step.state.gov).
Always cross-check with official sources: travel.state.gov · cdc.gov
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