Island in Kaafu Atoll, Maldives
Internet in Maafushi: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Maafushi?
Guesthouse wifi often handles messages and light browsing; mobile data on Dhiraagu and Ooredoo is more reliable than wifi.
Getting online in Maafushi
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | No long-term rentals; guesthouses provide wifi. |
| Cafés and coworking | Guesthouse wifi often handles messages and light browsing; mobile data on Dhiraagu and Ooredoo is more reliable than wifi. |
| Outages | Occasional power and signal cuts in storms |
| Tourist SIM | Dhiraagu and Ooredoo counters in the Velana airport arrivals hall sell tourist SIMs; bring your passport. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Dhiraagu, Ooredoo Maldives |
| Monthly data plan | Rf250–600 ($16–39) |
Coworking in Maafushi
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in South Asia
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal | 89 Mbps | — |
| Bangladesh | 71 Mbps | 39 Mbps |
| India | 64 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Sri Lanka | 37 Mbps | 59 Mbps |
| Pakistan | 18 Mbps | 32 Mbps |
| Afghanistan | 6 Mbps | 19 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Maafushi?
Guesthouse wifi often handles messages and light browsing; mobile data on Dhiraagu and Ooredoo is more reliable than wifi.
Which SIM card should I get in Maafushi?
Dhiraagu and Ooredoo counters in the Velana airport arrivals hall sell tourist SIMs; bring your passport.
Can I use an eSIM in Maldives?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Maldives
- Dhiraagu
- Ooredoo Maldives
- MTCC public ferries
- Maldives Immigration
- Visit Maldives (tourism board)
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.