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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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Business & Investment
Starting an online business or e-commerce store in the Maldives
What you need to sell online in the Maldives: registering the business, payment gateways, delivery across the islands, importing stock, GST, consumer rules and marketing on social media.
Reviewed 11 November 2026
Visas & Work PermitsResidence visas for investors in the Maldives: what's available and what's changed
Reviewed 10 November 2026
Travel & HolidaysMaldivian food: 15 dishes to try and where to eat them
Reviewed 9 November 2026
Business & InvestmentImporting goods into the Maldives for your business: customs, duty and GST
Reviewed 8 November 2026
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