US$6 green tax to be introduced from November 2015, says tourism minister
10 Nov 2014, 8:36 PM
Ismail Humaam Hamid
The new green tax for tourists will be introduced from November 2015 at a rate of US$6 per bed per night, Minister of Tourism Ahmed Adeeb has revealed.
Speaking at a press conference held by the cabinet’s Economic Council today, Abeeb said that guest houses would be exempt from paying the new tax in order to reduce the impact on small and medium businesses.
“Since 2013 the guest house venture has been on the rise. We do not want to hinder the development of these businesses so we have decided to exempt guest houses from paying the tax,” said Adeeb, addressing concerns raised by the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) earlier in the day.
The introduction of the new tax is to come 11 months after the abolition of the bed-tax, which will continue to be charged at US$8 a night until the end of this month.
Become a member
Get full access to our archive and personalise your experience.
Already a member?
Discussion
No comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!
No comments yet. Be the first to join the conversation!
Join the Conversation
Sign in to share your thoughts under an alias and take part in the discussion. Independent journalism thrives on open, respectful debate — your voice matters.
