Practical guides, checked against official sources
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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Travel & Holidays
The Maldives on a budget: real costs and how to save
How much a Maldives trip really costs: guesthouses vs resorts, transport, food, excursions and taxes, with practical ways to enjoy the Maldives without spending a fortune.
Reviewed 25 October 2026
Living in the MaldivesSetting up electricity, water and internet in Malé and Hulhumalé
Reviewed 23 October 2026
Getting AroundGetting around Malé: taxis, buses, scooters and walking
Reviewed 21 October 2026
Tax & MoneyMoney in the Maldives for visitors: rufiyaa, US dollars, cards and ATMs
Reviewed 19 October 2026
Visas & Work Permits
