FCO Advise against all but essential travel to Maldives Capital

Following political demonstrations and unrest, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office are advising British Nationals against all but essential travel to the capital of the Maldives, Male.

If you are in Male already, you should exercise caution, avoid demonstrations and beware of spontaneous gatherings.

If you choose to travel to Male against FCO advice you should be aware that your travel insurance will not provide cover.

There are currently no reports of social unrest or demonstrations at Male International Airport (which is on the island of Hulhule), or in the tourist resorts and other islands. The FCO has stated that their advice against all but essential travel to Male Island does not include Male International Airport or travel from the airport to any part of the country other than Male Island.

Travel insurance for the Maldives will be valid, so long as you do not travel against FCO advice, which at the moment is only advising against travel to the capital, Male.

This advice could change, so if you are travelling to the Maldives contact your tour operator for further information and keep up to date with the latest advice from the FCO.

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