Maldives
Republic of the Maldives
📋 Key Facts
| Capital | Malé |
| Region | Southern Asia, Asia |
| Population | 515,132 |
| Languages | Maldivian |
| Best Time to Visit | Nov–Apr (dry) |
| Timezones | UTC+05:00 |
🛂 Visa Requirements for Australians
✅ Visa-Free Entry
Maximum Stay
30 days
Visa on arrival, free for 30 days
Check Smartraveller for latest →💰 Currency & Exchange Rate
Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR)
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Current AUD → MVR
1 AUD = 10.7558 MVR
As of 2026-03-23
💸 Daily Travel Costs (AUD)
Estimated per-person daily spend including accommodation, food, transport & activities
Budget
~$124Mid-Range
~$310Luxury
~$930🧮 Trip Cost Estimate
| Duration | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | $868 | $2,170 | $6,510 |
| 14 days | $1,736 | $4,340 | $13,020 |
| 21 days | $2,604 | $6,510 | $19,530 |
Estimates based on typical traveller spending. Excludes flights.
📈 AUD to MVR — 12 Month Trend
| Date | 1 AUD = |
|---|---|
| 2025-04-24 | 9.8206 MVR |
| 2025-05-24 | 10.0390 MVR |
| 2025-06-24 | 10.0078 MVR |
| 2025-07-24 | 10.1980 MVR |
| 2025-08-24 | 10.0142 MVR |
| 2025-09-24 | 10.1873 MVR |
| 2025-10-24 | 10.0322 MVR |
| 2025-11-24 | 9.9631 MVR |
| 2025-12-24 | 10.3760 MVR |
| 2026-01-24 | 10.6476 MVR |
| 2026-02-24 | 10.9177 MVR |
| 2026-03-24 | 10.7887 MVR |
💡 Exchange Rate Insight — AUD to MVR
Best Rate (12m)
10.9177
Feb 2026
Worst Rate (12m)
9.8206
Apr 2025
Current
10.7887
Mar 2026
12m Average
10.2883
✅ Above average
Now is a relatively good time to exchange AUD to MVR. The current rate is above the 12-month average.
🧳 Travel Tips for Australians Visiting Maldives
- Travel Advisory: Exercise a high degree of caution — always check Smartraveller before booking
- Visa: Visa on arrival, free for 30 days
- Currency: The local currency is Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR). At current rates, 100 AUD ≈ 1076 MVR
- Best time to visit: Nov–Apr (dry)
- Language: Maldivian
- Budget: Expect to spend ~$310 AUD/day for a mid-range trip
- Time zone: UTC+05:00
- Travel insurance: Always get comprehensive travel insurance. Medicare does not cover you overseas (except in most countries)
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