How do I show sufficient funds for the Maldives?

A return flight ticket, or a flight ticket to another destination, for departure within 30 days of arrival; Either confirmation of a hotel/resort booking, or evidence of sufficient funds to cover your expenses in Maldives (at least US$100 + US$50 per day demonstrated by cash or bank statement).



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The entry requirements include: a passport with at least 1 month's validity (please note that most airlines require at least 6 months' passport validity from the date of entry); a complete travel itinerary including onward travel from Maldives; and completed Traveller Declaration form.

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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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The best time to visit the Maldives is between November and April, outside of the monsoon season. We recommend staying during March and April (excluding the Easter holidays when pricing is more expensive) when you will enjoy hot, dry weather and quieter resorts.

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Travelers visiting the United States from a foreign country must be able to prove to a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer that they have sufficient funds, i.e., credit card, cash, travelers' checks, money order to cover travel, lodging, entertainment, meals, etc. to be admitted into the United States.

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Proof of sufficient means of subsistence for the intended journey, recent bank account statements during the last three months (Bank statements must show the name and address of the owner). We cannot accept Travel Money Cards or cash as proof of sufficient funds.

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There is no minimum balance requirement for your bank account, however, based on the experience of others we recommend anywhere between $5,000 to $10,000 will be sufficient.

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How much money can I take to the Maldives? Individuals carrying $10,000 or more (or its equivalent in Rufiyaa or foreign currency) upon entering or leaving Maldives must declare the amount to the Maldives Customs Service as per Section 24(a) of Law no.

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Proof of Sufficient Financial Means The foreign national needs to attest owning such amount to the Spain Embassy or Consulate at the moment applying for a Spanish Visa. You could prove you have this money, by presenting your bank account statements to the consulate.

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For example, let's say you want to visit Japan. Based on your calculations, the trip will cost $3,400, and you'd like to travel in 16 months. That means you should save about $212.50 per month so your travel fund covers the cost of your trip. You might be tempted to have a vague savings goal.

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You can submit a copy of your flight itinerary, plane ticket, plane e-ticket, or any other flight confirmation. To whom it may concern, I (YOUR NAME) will be traveling to (COUNTRY YOU ARE VISITING) on the (DATE OF TRAVEL). I will be crossing the (BORDER) by (MEANS OF TRAVEL).

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There are a plethora of adventure activities that you can explore in Maldives such as snorkeling, diving, boating, and paddling, to name a few. Ideally, you only need 4 days in Maldives to see the country in its splendid glory.

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The cheapest time to visit the Maldives is during the low season, which is May to November. The low season sees hotel rates drop substantially, with free transfers, free nights and room upgrades thrown in regularly.

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