Maldives Tourism & Economic Statistics
Comprehensive analysis of tourism performance, economic indicators, and investment climate data for the Republic of Maldives (2020–2026). All data sourced from official government publications and international organizations.
Key Performance Indicators 2025
Monthly Tourist Arrivals 2025
Total: 2,246,516 visitors
Top Source Markets 2025
Asia-Pacific region accounts for nearly 40% of total arrivals
Accommodation Capacity 2025
Total: 67,475 beds across 1,335 establishments
GDP Composition by Sector (2023)
Nominal GDP: MVR 101,413 million | Tourism's broader footprint exceeds 30%
Economic Recovery: 2020–2025
From -33.5% contraction to record-breaking recovery
| Year | GDP Growth | Tourist Arrivals | Tourism Revenue | FDI Inflows | Debt/GDP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | -33.5% | 555,494 | $1.45B | $441M | 155.65% |
| 2022 | +13.9% | 1,675,303 | $3.82B | $732M | 120.05% |
| 2024 | +5.1% | 2,046,615 | $4.66B | $790M | 123.0% |
| 2025 | +5.6% | 2,246,516 | $5.40B | $850M | 125.0% |
Foreign Investment Framework
Foreign equity limits and conditions by sector (2025)
| Sector | Foreign Limit | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Tourism Resorts | 100% | Full foreign control permitted |
| Guesthouses | 49% | Restricted to approved islands |
| Construction (>$5M) | 100% | 35% local if <$5M |
| Sea Transport | 49% | Includes vessel ownership |
| Real Estate | 65% | Commercial/residential developments |
| Fish Processing | 75% | Encouraging local processing |
Special Economic Zones
- Strategic Investment: USD 100M minimum
- Sustainable Township: USD 500M minimum
- Tax Benefits: 5% income tax (first 10 years)
- Land Lease: Up to 99 years
16th Tourism Act Amendment (2025)
- Tourism Training Resorts recognized
- Lease extension window until June 2026
- Revenue to local councils from guesthouses
- SOEs can lease land for resort development
Major Infrastructure Projects
Velana International Airport
New terminal opened Jan 2025. Capacity: 7.5M passengers/year.
CompletedThilamale Bridge
6.7km link connecting Malé to Thilafushi. 70% complete.
2027 CompletionHanimaadhoo Airport
Reopened Nov 2025. Capacity: 1.3M passengers/year.
CompletedSustainability Initiatives
Solar Energy Adoption
Environmental Stats
Data Sources
All statistics sourced from official government publications and international organizations
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