🇲🇻 Is Maldives safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Maldives: 7 diplomatic missions from 6 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Maldives
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Middle East escalation is causing airspace closures and flight disruptions that may affect connections to/from Maldives
- Check latest updates with your airline or tour operator before departure
- Review your travel insurance to confirm coverage for disruptions, emergencies and planned activities
- Ministry of Tourism and Environment hotline: +9609423131
- Tourist visa (30 days, free) issued on arrival at Malé international airport, no prior arrangement needed
- All travelers must complete the online Traveller Declaration form at least 96 hours before departure
- A confirmed booking at a registered tourist accommodation is mandatory for the entire stay
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months; failure to meet this voids any consular assistance
Risk areas and situations
- Flight connections may be disrupted even if your itinerary does not pass through the Middle East directly
Emergency numbers in Maldives
Embassies and consulates in Maldives
7 diplomatic missions from 6 countries, across 1 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 2 | Malé, |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | Malé |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Malé |
| 🇮🇳 India | 1 | Malé |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | 1 | Malé |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | 1 | Malé |
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Maldives is English. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in English, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Maldives safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Maldives is 1.5/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Maldives?
The general emergency number in Maldives is 102. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Maldives?
Telcomia tracks 7 diplomatic missions from 6 countries in Maldives, across 1 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.