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No, absolutely not—the Maldives implemented a strict ban on the importation, possession, and use of all vaping devices effective late 2024. Customs officers rigorously scan all luggage upon arrival at Velana International Airport, and any devices found are confiscated and destroyed. Tourists caught using vapes in public areas or resorts also face potential fines. Leave all electronic smoking devices at home to avoid hassle at the border, as exceptions are not made for tourists.

No, you rarely need the local currency (MVR) as a tourist. Resorts and hotels price everything in USD, and they accept Euros, credit cards, and US Dollars. If you visit local islands (like Maafushi or Thulusdhoo), small shops accept USD but may give change in MVR. Bring pristine, new-style US Dollar bills for tips—staff often cannot exchange old, torn, or marked notes at local banks.

Seaplanes are much stricter than international carriers, typically allowing only 20kg (44lbs) of checked luggage and 5kg (11lbs) of hand luggage per person. Excess baggage is charged at roughly €5-8 per kg and may be sent on a later flight if weight limits are critical. If you are flying Business Class to Male with 40kg of gear, you’ll need to leave extra bags in lockers at the airport or pay a hefty surcharge to fly them to your resort.

No, Europeans receive a free 30-day tourist visa on arrival, provided you have a confirmed hotel booking and a return flight ticket. Your passport must be valid for at least one month beyond your arrival date (though 6 months is safer for airline boarding rules). You must also demonstrate sufficient funds, though a resort confirmation usually satisfies this. Extensions up to 90 days are possible for a fee, but must be applied for in Male.

Beyond alcohol and vapes, strictly prohibited items include pork products, religious idols (Bibles are okay for personal use but not distribution), pornography, and spear-fishing guns. If you bring a salami sandwich or ham snacks from Europe, leave them on the plane. Customs screening is thorough, and prohibited items will be seized. Drugs carry severe life-imprisonment penalties—never risk it.

While a 10% service charge is legally added to everything, it is customary to tip extra for good service. A guideline is €10-20 per week for your room boy, €5-10 per meal for waiters in upscale restaurants, and €5-10 for baggage porters. Butlers (Thakurus) at high-end resorts often receive €50-100 per week depending on how much they assisted you. Handing tips in cash (USD or EUR) directly to the staff member is preferred to ensure they receive it personally.

We use AI-based monitoring tools to scan thousands of route combinations from Europe to the Indian Ocean 24/7. When airlines like Qatar Airways, Etihad, or Lufthansa silently adjust fare buckets due to low load factors, our system detects the drop immediately. Human experts then verify the deal to ensure layovers are reasonable. For example, we recently found Frankfurt to Male for €520 (normally €950) on a top-tier carrier. Our free newsletter alerts you to these drops the moment they happen.

Maldives flight deals are extremely time-sensitive because they often result from automated yield management systems. Once a few seats are sold at the low price (e.g., €550 roundtrip), the algorithm detects increased demand and automatically raises the fare back to the standard €900+ range. This correction typically happens within 2 to 4 days. Our newsletter is designed to alert you instantly so you can lock in the price before the “sale” disappears.