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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Maldives.
in US Dollar (USD)
For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online
in US Dollar (USD)
Change cash in local currency
Local currency / ISO Code
Rufiyaa MVR
Die gängigen Kreditkarten werden in begrenztem Umfang akzeptiert. Für detaillierte Informationen wenden Sie sich bitte an den Aussteller der betreffenden Karte.
The Travel Mastercard card is accepted at major hotels and restaurant
Acceptance of credit cards is limited. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Cash payment in USD nearly everywhere possible.
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 4 h / + 3 h during our summer time
Capital
Malé
National language
Official language
Dhivehi
Language capabilities
English
Voltage
220 volt / adapter recommended
Opening hours
Banks
8.00 - 13.30 h (Sun - Thu)
Stores
8.00 - 23.00 h (Sat - Thu)
13.30 - 23.00 h (Fri)
Health situation
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Colombo (Sri Lanka), 63 Gregory's Road
Tel. +94 11 269 51 17
Other information
Security
We advise against all but essential travel to Male Island; airport and other parts of the country remain calm.
Observe elementary safety precautions.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Special legal regulations
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs (up to life imprisonment).
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
Find out more about TravelWhile every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.
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