🇲🇻 Best SIM cards for Maldives
Comparing 12 plans from 3 providers
| Provider | Type | Data | Validity | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provider Nomad★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | Data1.00 GB | Validity7 days | Price $17.00Best price | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | Data3.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $25.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity3 days | Price $32.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data5.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $35.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Airalo Dhiraagu network. Malé and most resort islands covered. 20 GB for a month stay. | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $40.37 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity5 days | Price $43.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity10 days | Price $45.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity7 days | Price $53.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data10.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $55.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity10 days | Price $84.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity15 days | Price $128.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity30 days | Price $199.50 | Get this SIM |
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1 week(Nomad)
$17.002 weeks(Holafly)
$128.901 month(Nomad)
$25.00Best option for short trips or if you don't want to deal with local operator stores.
About these providers
Airalo★ 4.60
Lowest price & widest choiceStrengths
- +Largest selection — 200+ countries, multiple local operators per country
- +Very competitive data-capped plans (cheapest overall for data)
- +Instant QR code activation — works within seconds
- +Excellent iOS & Android app with real-time data tracking
- +Physical SIM available for some destinations
Weaknesses
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS on most plans
- −Too many options can be overwhelming
- −Prices displayed in AUD (confusing for non-Australians)
- −Customer support can be slow
Holafly★ 4.40
Unlimited data, zero stressStrengths
- +Unlimited data on ALL plans — no data stress ever
- +1-day plans from $5.90 — perfect for arrival day
- +Simple pricing — few options, no confusion
- +Live chat customer support
- +Social media (WhatsApp, Instagram) always free on top
Weaknesses
- −More expensive than Airalo for stays over 10 days
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS
- −No physical SIM option
Nomad★ 4.30
Multi-country & long tripsStrengths
- +Best multi-country regional plans in the market
- +Global plans up to 180 days or 1 year — ideal for long trips
- +Simple, clean interface — easy to choose
- +Competitive pricing for multi-destination trips
Weaknesses
- −Fewer individual country options than Airalo
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS
- −Less name recognition than Airalo/Holafly