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Living, working and investing in the Maldives, made simple
Step-by-step guides on visas, business setup, taxes and island transport, written for expats, investors and travellers.
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Business & InvestmentCompany registration, foreign investment, licences and SME financeVisas & Work PermitsWork visas, business visas, residence, renewals and medicalsTax & MoneyGST and TGST, income tax, banking and sending money homeGetting AroundPublic ferries, speedboats, domestic flights and Malé–HulhumaléTravel & HolidaysWhen to go, what it costs, where to stay, diving and snorkellingLiving in the MaldivesRenting, healthcare, SIM cards, schools and local rules
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Getting Around
Getting around Malé: taxis, buses, scooters and walking
How to get around the capital: walking distances, regulated taxi fares, RTL buses, ferries to Villimalé and the airport, scooters, and tips for crossing busy streets.
Reviewed 21 October 2026
Tax & MoneyMoney in the Maldives for visitors: rufiyaa, US dollars, cards and ATMs
Reviewed 19 October 2026
Visas & Work PermitsExtending a Maldives tourist visa: how it works and what happens if you overstay
Reviewed 17 October 2026
Business & InvestmentHow to open a guesthouse in the Maldives: licences, rules and first steps
Reviewed 15 October 2026
Travel & Holidays
