Maldives
Warnings and insurance
Global travel impacts related to illegalthe drugssituation in the Middle East
Recent developments in the Middle East have led to airspace restrictions and informationwidespread aboutdisruption to international flight schedules, including delays, cancellations, and rerouting. These disruptions may affect your travel plans even if your journey does not transit the risksMiddle East. This includes travel to and from terrorismthe (‘SafetyMaldives.
British nationals should:
- Check for the latest updates from your airline or tour operator before travelling.
- Review your travel insurance policy to confirm what is covered.
- Monitor local and
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Large numbers of flights that transit Middle Eastern airspace have been cancelled, rerouted, or significantly delayed. This may impact connections to and from the Maldives.
British nationals currently in the Maldives should contact their airline directly for the latest information.
Hotline number Ministry of Tourism and Environment: +9609423131
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
- see general advice for women travellers
- read our guide on disability and travel abroad
- see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
- read about safety for solo and independent travel
- see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
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Update history
2026-03-05 10:49
New information about travel disruption (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-12-12 12:24
Addition of information about the penalties related to illegal drugs and information about the risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page).
2025-12-10 13:25
New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2025-04-02 09:50
Updated information on sea travel, Ramadan and risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-11-20 11:34
Updated information about traveller declaration form (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2024-11-15 15:15
Updated information on swimming safely (‘Safety and security’ page)
2024-10-17 12:20
Update for Traveller Declaration Form guidance (‘Entry requirements’ page)
2024-10-03 16:47
This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and there are no significant updates.
2023-11-27 13:04
Information that your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least one month after the date you arrive in the Maldives (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2023-10-20 12:04
This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand.
2023-06-22 09:50
Information about the global terrorism risks to British nationals abroad on all FCDO travel advice pages.
2022-07-08 15:50
Updated information on travel in Maldives (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)
2022-03-29 16:07
Update to information on requirements for completing the Traveller Declaration form (‘Entry requirements’ page)
2022-03-15 13:10
Update to information on local COVID-19 restrictions and entry requirements for Maldives (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)