Economy

Tourism is the largest industry in the Maldives with 20% of the GDP and 60% of the foreign exchange that flows into the country coming through the tourism sector. Also, over 90% of the government tax revenue comes from tourism related taxes and import duties.

Fishing is the second leading economic sector of the Maldives with a significant amount of the country's income being generated through the export of live fish and other marine products.

The Maldivian economy is regarded as exemplary in the region and welcomes foreign investments.

Currency
Rufiyaa (MRF) and Laari (L) (1 Rufiyaa = 100 Laaris)
Rufiyaa bank notes came in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 500
Coins are in the denominations of MRF 2, MRF 1, 50 L, 25 L, 10 L, 5 L, 2 L and 1 L
Payments of most hard cash currencies are accepted at all resorts and hotels

Commonly used credit cards
American Express
Visa
Master Card
Diners Club
JCB
Euro Card