The Maldives plans to reopen for international tourists from 1 July, but visitors will be required to stay a full two weeks, which could become quite expensive.
Tourists planning to travel to the island nation will need to agree to a minimum stay of 14 days. Before entering the country, visitors will have to submit either a negative antigen test or a positive antibody test a week before their arrival, according to Travel + Leisure.
Upon arrival, visitors will have to undergo and pay for a compulsory COVID-19 test, which could cost around $100 (R1,743) and remain isolated until the test results return.
A tourist visa as well as travel insurance is also required for anyone visiting the country.
In a statement, the Ministry of Tourism says that the effects of the global pandemic is even more devastating than the 2004 Tsunami or the 2008 global financial crisis.
The tropical nation has instated travel restrictions against 12 countries, which will be denied entry when the country reopens. South Africa is not listed.
The Maldives reported a total of 1,773 cases and a total of 5 deaths as of yesterday, 31 May.
Image credit: Instagram/Maldives
