Are drugs allowed in Maldives?

Maldives has very strong anti-drugs laws. Importing or possessing drugs can carry severe penalties, including life imprisonment. Locals and police are likely to treat seriously the possession and consumption of alcohol, and being intoxicated, outside resorts.



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The law prohibits smoking in most workplaces and public places. The law permits smoking in designated smoking areas in non-air-conditioned teashops, restaurants, cafés and other food and beverage outlets. The law prohibits smoking in public transport vehicles or vessels and public transport facilities.

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It's Illegal to Take Seashells Home Although it seems harmless, there's a strict policy against collecting seashells, tortoise shells, and corals. Hermit crabs love to make the shells you see on the beach their home, and these crabs are vital in controlling the sand fly population.

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Most medication can be carried with you when entering the Maldives provided that you show a doctor's prescription, and the amount you are carrying does not exceed your requirements for the duration of your stay in the Maldives.

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When drugs are confiscated in airports, TSA officers usually refer to law enforcement to secure the confiscated substances and store them in a warehouse known as a crime laboratory. Here, the drugs will be tested, organized, and shelved for trials.

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It is not necessary to present your medication to, or notify an officer about any medication you are traveling with unless it is in liquid form (See next bullet). Medication in liquid form is allowed in carry-on bags in excess of 3.4 ounces in reasonable quantities for the flight.

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To ensure that your condoms don't burst open or get damaged in transit, it's best to place them in a zippered plastic bag as you would pack your weed and then inside a sturdy carry-on bag. Make sure the bag is securely fastened, as the TSA may need to inspect it.

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The prices of alcohol in the Maldives are relatively high due to the country's strict import laws. The government imposes high taxes on alcohol, making it an expensive commodity. Therefore, if you plan on drinking alcohol during your stay, you should budget accordingly.

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