Every traveller entering the Maldives must have a negative PCR test report (Nucleic Acid Test) for COVID-19 prior to their entry into the country. This also applies to those travellers who have completed the prescribed dose(s) of COVID-19 vaccine or have recovered from COVID-19. The sample for the PCR test must be taken no longer than 96 hours prior to the departure from the first embarkation point. This mandatory test, requested by the Maldivian authorities, applies to all tourists and short-term visitors, of all ages. Only infants 0-12 months of age are exempted from it.
• The Maldives Immigration has introduced “Traveller Health Self-Declaration” to fast-track pre-arrival and pre-departure health information in accordance to the health requirements of the Maldives. All travellers are required to submit an online health declaration within 24 hours, prior to their departure to and from Maldives, via the following link:
https://imuga.immigration.gov.mv/
• The Government of Maldives recommends the following affordable insurance package for COVID-19, which needs to be purchased prior to the guests’ arrival in the Maldives.
All guests staying at LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas will be required to take a mandatory PCR test upon their arrival at the LUX* seaplane lounge. Children 6 years and above are also required to take this test. The guests will not be charged for this PCR test and they can start enjoying their holidays as soon as they arrive at the resort.
• Each guest is required to fill up a LUX* Declaration Form. This form needs to be completed and submitted by email back to us, no less than 24 - 48 hours before the arrival date, to the following email address STAY@luxmaldivesresort.com
• Should the guest require a new PCR test report before going to their next destinatio or country of residence, they can take the test at the resort clinic prior to their departure. The test can be booked and facilitated through the Front Office Team at the reception. Guests will be charged for this additional test. The cost of the PCR test is USD$ 125 per person, per test
Note that this information can change without notice and it is the responsibility of the traveler to be familiar with latest travel requirements.
