A tourist visa of thirty days will be granted on arrival to all visitors with valid travel documents. A confirmed hotel reservations is required for immigration clearance, visitors without hotel reservations should seek assistance at the airport tourist information counter right outside the arrival hall.

Currency

The local currency is Rufiya, and US$ 1.00 is equivalent to approximately 12.75 Rufiya, all major currencies are accepted widely in the country. The most commonly used credit cards are American Express, Visa, Master Card, Dinners Club, JCB, and Euro Card.

Foreign currency can be exchanged at any authorized moneychanger at the banks in male’. It can be exchanged at the airport on arrival or at the resort islands.