Maldives Travel Advisory

Travel Advisory
June 23, 2023

Maldives - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

O D K E N H U T C

Reissued with updates to health information.

Exercise increased caution in Maldives due to terrorism.

Country Summary: Terrorist groups may conduct attacks with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, and local government facilities. Attacks may occur on remote islands which could lengthen the response time of authorities.   

If you decide to travel to Maldives:

  • Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.
  • Avoid demonstrations and crowds.
  • Monitor local media for breaking events and be prepared to adjust your plans.
  • Be aware of your surroundings.
  • Stay alert in locations frequented by Westerners.
  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
  • Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
  • Review the Country Security Report for Maldives.
  • Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist plan for emergency situations.

Travel Advisory Levels

Assistance for U.S. Citizens

U.S. Embassy Colombo
210 Galle Road
Colombo 03,
Sri Lanka
Telephone
+(94) (11) 202-8500
Emergency
+(94)(11) 202-8500
Fax
+(94) (11) 249-8590

Maldives Map