Do you need malaria tablets for the Maldives?

Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information. Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to the Maldives. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.



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It is possible to contract several mosquito-borne illnesses in Maldives, including dengue fever and zika, so it is a very good idea to avoid bites wherever possible. You should wear clothing with good limb coverage and use a reliable insect repellent. Sleep under nets wherever possible.

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About 2,000 cases of malaria are diagnosed in the United States annually, mostly in returned travelers. Travelers to sub-Saharan Africa have the greatest risk of both getting malaria and dying from their infection. However, all travelers to countries where malaria is present may be at risk for infection.

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The state religion of the Maldives is Islam. Therefore, the sale and consumption of alcohol is prohibited. The ban applies not only to the local population, but also to tourists.

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The Maldives is a Zika Risk zone. There are two categories of risk for the virus; low risk and risk and the Maldives falls into the latter. Zika is spread by mosquitos and it only takes one bite from an infected insect to become infected yourself.

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Insect-borne diseases are a risk, including dengue, Zika virus and chikungunya. Use tropical strength insect repellent. Hepatitis and rabies are also a risk. Boil drinking water or drink bottled water.

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Alcohol: All alcoholic drinks you'd expect to find are freely available on all resort islands, but alcohol is not allowed on local islands including Male, hence the strict ban on importing it into the country.

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The US Dollar is accepted as legal tender throughout the Maldives. Should you arrive with no USD$ then other major international currencies can be exchanged at the Bank of Maldives Foreign Exchange counter located in the arrival hall.

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All arriving and departing visitors via airport and seaports are still required to complete the Traveller declaration form on the Imuga official website, 72 hours prior to your flight departure. Please check all requirements for transit airports on your way to Male.

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4 Tips To Protect Your Skin From Sun While on Vacation
  1. Don't Forget To Apply Sunscreen. Just so you know, prolonged exposure to the sun without protection causes wrinkles, aging, and other skin problems. ...
  2. Wear Sun Protective Clothing / UPF Clothes. ...
  3. Wear Hats, Caps, or Baseball Caps. ...
  4. Use Antioxidant Pills.


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