Maldives visa requirements for Gaboneses
Travel and visa requirements
Maldivan Visa is not required for Gaboneses
Stay Duration: 30 days
Entry Requirements
- The immigration department of the Maldives allows citizens of Gabon to visit the country for a duration of 30 days without a visa.
- Visitors can, however, get a visa upon their arrival at any airport in the Maldives.
- Gabonese must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the expected date of departure from the Maldives. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
- Visitors with pets must have a health certificate and have received a rabies vaccination at least 30 days prior to entering the country.
- Gabonese minors hoping to travel to the Maldives must possess travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- Although a yellow fever vaccination certificate is not required when entering the Maldives, visitors are advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before travel.
- The public practise of any other religion is prohibited because no other religion other than Islam is allowed in the Maldives.
- Gabon passport holders are required to have a return or onward ticket as well as proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in the Maldives.
- Intending visitors can travel to the Maldives from international airports in Gabon. There is an international airport in Libreville and Port-Gentil.
- ASKY, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Airlines are some of the carriers that fly from Gabon to the Maldives.
- The estimated flight time from Gabon to Male, Maldives is 15 hours, 45 minutes.
- The Maldives has a hot tropical climate. There are two monsoons, the southwest which is from May to October and the northeast from November to April. Generally, the southwest brings more wind and rain in June and July.
- The official and most spoken language in the Maldives is Dhivehi. However, English and Arabic are common languages being spoken by citizens of the country.
- Islam is the official and acceptable religion in the Maldives, all citizens must be Muslims, and the practice of any other religion other than Islam is forbidden.
- Importation of religious materials offensive to Islam, idols (for worship), pornographic material, narcotics and psychotropic substances are also prohibited.
- The Maldivian Rufiyaa is the official currency used in the Maldives. Tourists can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
- Transportation in the Maldives can be facilitated by taxis, buses, ferries and seaplanes.
- Maldives makes use of Maldives Time (GMT+5), which puts the Maldives four hours ahead of Gabon.
- Garudhiya, mas huni and fihunu mas are some of the delicacies tourists can try while in the Maldives.
- Tanzanians travelling to the Maldives can budget an average of $50 to spend on expenses per day.
- The power and socket plug used in the Maldives are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit the Maldives?
The best time to visit the Maldives is between November and April, which is the country's dry season. During this period, the country's roads are easily accessible and tourists can explore the country without much difficulty.
Is the Maldives safe to visit?
Visitors to the Maldives are advised to be cautious while in the country, especially at this time that the country suffers from cases of civil unrest.
Is the tap water in the Maldives safe to drink?
Probably not. Public water sources in the Maldives are poorly maintained and water from the tap is not treated. It is strongly advised to boil the water before drinking or stick to bottled water.