What comes to your mind when you plan to visit the Maldives?
Undoubtedly, it is the scenic beauty, the glistening ocean, the white sandy beaches, and the clean air. Visiting one of the world's premier recreational diving destinations sparks excitement.
The Maldives is viewed through the lens of tourism; however, the vast array of profitable investment opportunities on the islands is sometimes overlooked. Investment prospects in the Maldives span from the hotel industry to food and beverage, with growing opportunities in real estate, education, information technology, transportation, and aviation, among others.
With realistic long-term planning, the country has the potential to advance across all sectors and emerge as one of the most lucrative investment hubs, providing excellent returns to its investors and stakeholders.
The new FDI policies, including the “Investor Residency” program, will significantly enhance the Maldives’ “Ease of Doing Business”.
Undeniably, the Maldives offers an investment avenue where a robust plan, coupled with practical actions, can yield remarkable results.
“What kind of ROI does the Maldives offer you”?
It's very high because it allows 100 per cent foreign ownership. In short, there are no hurdles for businesses that wish to operate through fair means, and there is no unnecessary red tape.
The economic growth rate has averaged 7.5 per cent since 2006. This reliable ROI has attracted many notable global brands, including Marriott, Sheraton, Four Seasons, Bulgari, Starwood, Cheval Blanc, and Ritz-Carlton, and will soon include Atlantis.
As a small investor, you can partner with companies registered here that are owned by Maldivian nationals. This move will allow you to gain profits without investing much of your capital, time, and resources.
Moreover, the Maldives has won the World's Leading Destination award consecutively for 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Are there any incentives for foreign direct investors in the Maldives?
Yes, the Government incentives for foreign investors include long lease periods, streamlined regulations, the investor residency program, and tax exemption on goods imported for the resort's development.
Some of the main attractions include great ROI, healthy average annual occupancy, and an excellent ADR. The short payback period is also a key reason foreign investors prefer the Maldives to other holiday destinations.
It's a prestige for popular hotel chains to have their presence in the Maldives, and the growing number of foreign investors is a clear sign of this.
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