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.
Courses or boosters usually advised: Tetanus.Other vaccines to consider: Hepatitis A; Hepatitis B; Typhoid. Selectively advised vaccines - only for those individuals at highest risk: none.
British passport holders do not need a visa for tourist visits. However, it is mandatory for visitors to apply for a digital Travel Authorisation, which determines a person's travel eligibility to Seychelles.
Overall, the cost of a trip to the Maldives can be high due to the remote location and the luxury offerings of many resorts. It's recommended to plan ahead and research your options to find the best deals and options for your budget and preferences.
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.
1/ One is advised to drink bottled water anywhere in the Maldives as most tap water is desalinated sea water. 2/ Tap water is fine to brush your teeth with. See above. 3/ Cost of water varies from resort to resort but I would have thought that $1.50 is very cheap.
4 to 5 days are usually enough to spend in the islands of Maldives. You can easily explore the major places in 5 days. Which month is the best month to visit the Maldives? The best month to visit the Maldives is from November to April.