Maldives visa requirements for Mauritanians

Travel and visa requirements

Maldivan Visa is not required for Mauritanians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Visitors from Mauritania can visit the Maldives for a duration of 30 days without visiting an embassy for a visa.
  • Intending visitors can get a visa upon their arrival at any airport in the Maldives.
  • Mauritania tourists 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.
  • Mauritania minors hoping to travel to the Maldives must possess travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • Public practise of any other religion is prohibited because no other religion other than Islam is allowed in the Maldives.
  • Visitors with pets must have a health certificate and have received a rabies vaccination at least 30 days prior to entering the country.
  • Mauritania tourists 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 Mauritania. There is an international airport in Nouadhibou and Nouakchott.
  • Mauritanian Airlines International, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Royal Air Maroc are some of the carriers that fly from Mauritania to the Maldives.
  • The estimated flight time from Nouadhibou to Male, Maldives is 23 hours, 10 minutes and from Nouakchott, it takes 19 hours, 30 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.
  • 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.
  •  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 
  • 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 five hours ahead of Mauritania.
  • 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

Can I use US dollars in Maldives?

The official currency of the Maldives is the Maldivian Rufiyaa. However, the US Dollar is generally accepted. Any other currency can be exchanged at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.

Is the Maldives safe for tourist visit?

The Maldives' Ministry of Tourism has declared the country safe for tourists. Despite the declaration, tourists are advised to take necessary precautions while in the country.

Do they speak English in the Maldives?

Currently, several people, especially in regions like Male, speak the English language. Moreover, resorts and other places that attract people of different dialects, use English as a medium of communication. Currently, Maldivian schools use English in all lessons except those studying the Dhivehi language.

Can you drink the tap water in Maldives?

Water sanitation in the Maldives is non-existent and water from the tap is not treated. It is strongly advised to boil water or drink bottled water, or if you are staying in a resort, they may supply drinkable water to you.