Maldives Travel & Emergency Guide

Emergency Numbers in Maldives

Key Travel Facts

Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Maldives

Toll & Vignette: No road tolls on the islands.

Tipping & Etiquette

Recommendation: 10% service charge usually included. Resorts add 10% service charge and 16% TGST. 2-5 USD per day is customary for room attendants and waitstaff.

• DO Cover shoulders and knees when visiting inhabited local islands.
• DO Use reef-safe sunscreen to protect delicate coral reefs.
• DO Keep small US Dollar bills handy for resort service tipping.
• DON'T Do not bring alcohol, pork, or religious idols into the country (strictly confiscated).
• DON'T Do not wear swimwear outside designated Bikini Beaches on local islands.
• DON'T Do not touch, step on corals or take shells/marine life as souvenirs.

Power Sockets & Tap Water

Plug Type & Electricity: Type G & D (230V, 50Hz). UK 3-pin adapter required.

Tap Water: Resorts use treated desalinated water (usually safe), bottled water is recommended on local islands.

Insider Tip: On local islands, bikinis are strictly limited to designated 'Bikini Beaches' and alcohol is completely prohibited.