Name: Republic of Maldives

Area: 298 sq km

Number of Islands: 1190

Inhabited Islands: 200

Population: 298,968 (2006 Census)

Capital City: Malé

Major Industries: Tourism, Fisheries

Currency: Rufiyaa and Laari

Official Language: Dhivehi (English is commonly used as a second language)

Religion: Sunni Muslim

Government: Republic

Head of State: President Mohamed Nasheed (2008 to present)

Visas: For most nationalities, it is free and can be obtained on arrival for a stay of up to 30 days.

Time Zone: GMT +5

Country Code: 960

Electricity: 240 AC