Bank of Maldives customers continue to face difficulties withdrawing US dollars from ATMs in Malé and Hulhumalé, with outages reported for a third consecutive day.
Several customers told Adhadhu they could not obtain dollars from the three ATMs at Star Clouds on Majeedhee Magu. Similar complaints have been made about ATMs in Hulhumalé. Journalists observed frustration among people waiting at the machines.
One customer wrote on social media that this was the third day dollars could not be withdrawn from any BML ATM in the capital or Hulhumalé, questioning why account holders could not access their own funds.
When contacted, a BML spokesperson said a statement would be provided later. No official explanation has been issued so far.
The Maldives has experienced a prolonged shortage of US dollars that has affected banking services. In September the bank reported delays in processing telegraphic transfers and interbank dollar movements due to increased outflows.
Customers have previously faced monthly and daily limits on foreign-currency card spending and delays in transferring dollars between local banks. The latest ATM disruptions add to ongoing public concern about access to foreign currency held in BML accounts.
