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Updated 99-03-01

Information on the situation for homosexuals in the Maldives:

Illegal?

I have not found any information on the situation for homosexuals in the Maldives. The state religion is Islam. Tourists are expected to respect the Islamic laws when in town, but these rules don't apply to the tourist resorts where most locals don't go. The islands achieved independence from Great Britain in 1965, when it became a sultanate. In 1968, the people voted to establish a democratic republic.

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Age of consent Male-Female Male-Male Female-Female
Maldives ? ? ?
No information on the age of consent was found.

Further information on the Maldives can be found at:

Maldives Online

Maldive Islands

Guide to Maldives

Atevo Travel: Destination Maldives

 

Statistics:

Republic, Asia
Area: 298 km²
Population: 271,000
Capital: Malé
Currency: rufiyoa
Independence Day: Jul. 26

ISO 3166 Internet Country Code(s):
.mv
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