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Tourist Visa

Tourist visa is granted for all nationalities on arrival to the Maldives. As such, a foreigner travelling to Maldives as a tourist does not require pre-approval for the visa. However, the person must satisfy the basic entry requirements to get immigration clearance upon arrival.

The basic entry requirements are as follows;

• A passport or a travel document with Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) with at least 1 month validity.  (Passengers with an extended validity in their passports are not allowed to enter.)
• A complete travel itinerary including return journey confirmed tickets, with a prepaid confirmed hotel booking at a registered hotel, or provide proof of financial means for sufficient funds to support the stay in Maldives, or hold a pre-approved visa sponsorship Maldives Immigration.
• Entry requirements to their onward destinations; for example, the visa and passport validity.
• Traveller Declaration  must be filled in and submitted by all travelers travelling to and from Maldives, within 96 hours to the flight time. The form has to be submitted electronically via  IMUGA.  
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate, if applicable. Children under 1 year of age are exempt from Yellow Fever vaccination.  Click here  to check the Yellow Fever endemic countries.

Children / minors must have their own passport to enter the Maldives.

Transit travellers are defined as those travelling to another country via Maldives, without clearing Maldives arrival immigration.

A complete travel itinerary (return journey confirmed tickets, prepaid confirmed hotel booking at a registered hotel, if not provide proof of financial means for sufficient funds to support the stay in Maldives) does not guarantee entry to Maldives. Entry will be granted at the port of entry after the determination of admissibility by Immigration officers, as in accordance with Section 7 and 8 of The Maldives Immigration Act 2007.

Last update: December 21, 2022 Source: Maldives Immigration

Meeting Visa

Effective from 14 th  May 2023, an on-arrival 14 (fourteen) days short-stay visa ‘Meeting Visa’ will be granted for any foreign national visiting the Maldives for the purpose of attending a meeting, conference or convention held in the Maldives provided that the individual satisfies the entry requirements to the Maldives.

The following are the prerequisites for entry;

• The primary purpose of the visit is to attend or participate in a meeting, conference or convention held in the Maldives for permissible businesses accepted by the Registrar of Businesses, or to participate in a meeting held in the Maldives for government and state use, or to participate in a meeting or a conference or a convention arranged by other entities with approval from the concerned government authority;
• A complete travel itinerary including return journey confirmed tickets, with a prepaid confirmed hotel booking at a registered hotel and provide proof of financial means for sufficient funds to support the stay in Maldives;
• Traveller Declaration   filled in and submitted electronically via  IMUGA  within 96 hours to the flight time to Maldives;
• A passport or a travel document with Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) with at least 1 month validity.  (Passengers with an extended validity in their passports are not allowed to enter.);
• Entry requirements to their onward destinations; for example, the visa and passport validity;

Important Note:

Meeting Visa is a non-extendable visa.

Meeting Visa holder is not eligible to obtain a Business Visa while in the Maldives.

Entry to the Maldives is not guaranteed even with a comprehensive travel plan (confirmed tickets for the return trip, prepaid confirmed accommodation reservations at registered hotels, or proof of sufficient financial resources). According to Sections 7 and 8 of The Maldives Immigration Act 2007, entrance will be permitted at the port of entry following an immigration officer’s determination of eligibility. Source: Maldives Immigration

Work Visa is the permit issued for a foreigner to stay in Maldives for the purpose of employment.

A person traveling to the Maldives for the purpose of employment will be granted 15 days from the date of arrival. In order to acquire this pre period, the foreign national should possess a valid Work Permit issued by the  Ministry of Economic Development , which does not exceed 90 days from date of issue. Moreover, the foreign national should provide the same passport on arrival for which the Work Permit was issued. Re-entry on Work Permit without obtaining a visa is possible unless the Work Permit remains valid (within 90 days from date of issue).

Work Visa process include a medical check-up which needs to be completed from a permitted hospital/clinic, and health insurance should cover within this period to apply for work visa.

The consequences for not obtaining visa within the mentioned period results in penalization under the  Immigration Act 1/2007 , which include deportation from Maldives for overstaying.

The issuance of Work Visa service is decentralized and is provided from Male’ (Visa Division, Star Cloud, 8th Floor, Majeedhee Magu), Hithadhoo Immigration Office (Addu City), Fuvahmulah Immigration Office (Fuvahmulah City) and Kulhudhuffushi Immigration Office (H. Dh. Kulhudhuffushi).

Entry Requirements for Work Visa

• A machine readable (MRZ) Passport Bio-data page copy of the applicant (At least 1 Year validity).
• A valid Work Permit not exceeding 90 days from date of arrival.
• Traveler should provide the same passport mention in the Work Permit.
• Traveler Health Declaration , submitted within 48 hours prior to departure from the first port of embarkation. You may submit the form electronically via  IMUGA.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate,  if applicable .

Applying for Work Visa

The following documents are required to apply for Work Visa and the employer or a representative of the employer shall submit the application for visa.

• Passport of the employee
• Copy of the Work Permit
• Passport size photo (Photo shall comply with Maldives Immigration passport  photo standard  and must be a recent photo)
• Medical health screening report of the employee issued from a Hospital/Clinic authorized by the relevant government authority
• Work Visa Application Submission Receipt (IM29)

Maldives Immigration introduced online Work Visa service on 17 th  November 2019. Hence, the employers and recruitment agencies shall apply for the service through  Xpat Online System .

With this enhancement, visa will be processed within 48 hours of submission. When the application is processed, applicants can request for an online appointment to submit the passport(s) for visa. Visa process will take 3 working days and the applicant will be notified when the passport is ready for collection. An online appointment shall be fixed once again for passport(s) collection.

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• Expatriate should be registered under the “Expatriate Medical Insurance” issued from Allied Insurance Company, before applying for visa.
• Work Visa fee should be paid for a minimum of 3 months from the date of submission of the application.
• The existing Employees while returning to Maldives after been abroad must make sure their visa is valid or at least the Work Permit should remain valid.

Marriage Visa

Marriage Visa is the permit to remain in the Maldives granted to a foreign national who is married to a Maldivian national.

A foreigner travelling to Maldives to marry with a Maldivian, or a foreigner who is married to a Maldivian and travels to Maldives to register their marriage in Maldives, shall be sponsored prior to the arrival.  Sponsorship Declaration  has to submitted online via  IMUGA , the digital platform for immigration services.

After the arrival, the foreigner must complete the legal marriage process, and apply for Marriage Visa within the given period of 30 days. If the foreigner is already residing in the Maldives, visa transfer has to be made to Marriage Visa once the legal procedure of the marriage is completed.

Applying for Marriage Visa

The following documents are required to apply for Marriage Visa.

• Application for Permit Extension Form ( IM23 )
• Passport of the applicant
• Signature and seal from the Family Court in the application form
• Original and copy of Marriage Certificate
• Identity Card copy of the Maldivian national
• Passport size photo (Photo shall comply with Maldives Immigration passport photo standard and must be a recent photo)
• Visa card fee, MVR50
• Medical health screening report from a Hospital/Clinic authorized by the relevant government authority
• Health insurance, when applying for a new visa

Marriage Visa applications shall be submitted online via  IMUGA . When the application is processed, submitter will be notified via the Portal, and will be given an appointment to submit the passport for visa.

Marriage Visa is issued for 1 year, if it is a new application. However, Marriage Visa extensions are issued to 5 years.

Last update: February 21, 2023 Source: Maldives Immigration

Dependent Visa

The following documents are required to apply for Dependent Visa.

• Application for Permit Extension From ( IM23 )
• A passport or Travel Document with Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) with at least 6 months validity
• Dependent Visa card fee, MVR50
• Dependent Visa fee, MVR750 for each 3 months
• Employment Approval copy or Visa Card copy of the foreigner holding the Work Visa
• Proof of the dependent status (marriage certificate or birth certificate)
• Letter from the respective embassy explaining the living situation, if it is the mother or the father of the employment visa holder
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate, if applicable

Dependent Visa applications shall be submitted via  IMUGA . Source: Maldives Immigration

Business Visa

Business Visa is a temporary multiple-entry visa issued to a foreign national intending to stay in the Maldives for business purposes.

In accordance with the new  Business Visa Regulation  published on 25th August 2021, applications for the Business Visa has to be submitted to the Ministry of Economic Development via Ministry’s  Business Portal . Source: Maldives Immigration

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New rules of entering Maldives

• Tourists travelling to the Maldives will be provided a free 30-day tourist visa on arrival
• All travellers travelling to and from Maldives have to submit a self-declarative health declaration within 24 hours prior their arrival to Maldives and departure from Maldives.  Link for the online Traveler Health Declaration Form: https://imuga.immigration.gov.mv/ethd/create
• All tourists arriving in to Maldives must have a PCR test for Covid-19 with a negative result. The said test has to be conducted within a maximum of 72 hours prior to departure to Maldives.
• If the passenger makes a transit during the journey, the initial PCR test will be valid if transit does not exceed 24 hours.
• Please wear your mask during the flight and inside the terminal at your destination and maintain social distance.

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Die " IMUGA - Traveller Declaration " ist eine Gesundheitserklärung, für die Einreise auf die Malediven .

Alle Reisenden müssen das IMUGA Formular innerhalb von 96 Stunden vor der Ankunft und vor der Abreise ausfüllen.

Halten Sie hierfür Ihren Reisepass bereit. Dieser muss noch 6 Monate über das Einreisedatum hinaus gültig sein.

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• Maldives Travel Guidelines for Indian Nationals

Are you an Indian national planning a trip to the beautiful island nation of Maldives? If so, there are a few important travel guidelines you need to know before you go. From completing the Traveller Declaration to obtaining a visa, these steps are crucial for hassle-free entry into the Maldives. In this blog post, we will walk you through the process of completing the Imuga Traveller Declaration and obtaining a visa. Read on to learn about the travel guidelines you need to follow as an Indian national visiting the Maldives.

Imuga Traveller Declaration

All travelers, including Maldivians and foreign nationals, are required to fill out the Traveller Declaration before their arrival in the Maldives. The declaration must be completed within 96 hours of travel to the Maldives, and travelers must carry a printed or electronic copy of the declaration with them when they arrive in the Maldives. The Traveller Declaration is available on the official website of the Maldives Immigration department and can be filled out online. The declaration is a mandatory requirement for entry into the Maldives and failure to complete the declaration may result in denial of entry

As a mandatory requirement for all international travelers visiting the Maldives, the Traveller Declaration form must be completed twice - once before arrival, and once before departure.

Step by Step Guide to fill Traveller Declaration for Travelling to Maldives

• Traveller Declaration is filled within 96 hours of Arriving in the Maldives. 
• Go to the Maldives Immigration website at https://travel.immigration.gov.mv/
• Click on "Travelling to Maldives" 
• Upload the first page of your passport, and the system will auto-fill in the relevant details
• Fill in any remaining required details, such as your contact details, flight information, resort or island you are staying, Number of Days you will be staying in Maldives etc
• Upload a clear photo of yourself, either by taking a picture with your device or uploading an existing photo
• Once submitted, a barcode will be generated - take a screenshot of this barcode and keep it with you for your arrival in the Maldives.

Step by Step Guide to fill Traveller Declaration for Departure from Maldives

• Traveller Declaration is filled  within  96 hours of Leaving from the Maldives. 
• Go to the Maldives Immigration website at  https://travel.immigration.gov.mv/
• Click on "Departure" 
• Fill in any remaining required details, such as your contact details, departure dates, flight information, next destination etc
• Once submitted, a barcode will be generated - take a screenshot of this barcode and keep it with you for your departure from the Maldives.

Visa on Arrival 

To obtain a visa on arrival in Maldives, travelers need to meet certain requirements, such as having a valid passport, return or onward flight ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds for the duration of their stay. It's important to note that the visa-free-on-arrival policy is only applicable for tourism purposes. If you plan to work, study or live in Maldives, you will need to obtain the appropriate visa in advance.

List of Documents to get an easy Visa on Arrival in Maldives

• A Valid Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your planned stay in the Maldives. It should also have at least one blank page for the visa stamp.
• Hotel Voucher: You will need to provide a hotel voucher or proof of accommodation for your stay in the Maldives. This can be in the form of a booking confirmation from your hotel or a travel agency.
• Return flight tickets: You will need to show proof of your return flight tickets or onward travel plans, to demonstrate that you will be leaving the Maldives at the end of your stay.
• Traveller Declaration (Arrival): To facilitate a smooth entry into the Maldives, you should have the barcode generated by the Traveller Declaration form printed or an electronic copy. This barcode can be obtained by completing the Traveller Declaration form online prior to your arrival.

By ensuring that you have all the necessary documents readily available, you can help to ensure a hassle-free experience upon arrival in the Maldives. Remember to check the latest visa and entry requirements before you travel, to ensure that you have all the most up-to-date information.

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Your passport must be valid for 6 months after your return date. If you are traveling with minors, they too must have an individual valid passport for the Maldives visa.

Maldives Visa

The Maldives tourist visa is free of charge for travel to the Maldives lasting less than 30 days. The Maldives visa is issued directly at Male airport on the day of arrival.

Travelers must complete an online travel declaration form no earlier than 96 hours before arrival and departure:

https://travel.immigration.gov.mv/

This is an information document on travel and the health of the tourist, filled in and submitted by the tourist on the basis of a questionnaire.

WHERE AND WHEN TO COMPLETE IT The travel declaration must be completed within 96 hours prior to departure for the Maldives. After completing the declaration, the tourist will be issued QR Code, which must be registered. This must be presented to customs when crossing the border to obtain the Maldives visa. The same form must also be completed within 96 hours of your return flight.

WHAT DATA IS CONTAINED IN THE DECLARATION The declaration provides data on the tourist's state of health, the countries visited in the last 2 weeks, the place of stay in the Maldives (if you are staying on a cruise ship, please select "K.Male" then the name of the ship).

WHAT PHOTO TO LOAD IN THE DECLARATION A photograph of the tourist is required in the declaration. It is necessary to take a full-face close-up photo. It is preferable to take a photo against a light background. Look directly into the camera. Make sure there are no red eyes and that no shadows fall on your face.

Photos with a hidden part of the face are not allowed, so don't wear sunglasses or cover your face with bangs that cover your eyes. Take photos against a uniform background so that other objects don't fall into the frame. You can take a photo yourself on your phone. The important thing is that the photo meets all the requirements.

HOW TO OBTAIN THE QR CODE A QR Code is automatically generated when a tourist fills in the form, uploads his/her photo and confirms the trip details. The QR Code appears in the browser window. The image is saved in "png" format.

If you receive an error message after filling in the declaration, try filling in the declaration again, remembering to "clear the browser cache" so that the browser does not retain previous errors.

You can check your QR Code :

https://travel.immigration.gov.mv/verify

WHAT YOU MUST WRITE IN THE RESIDENCE FIELD In this field, you must enter your home address.

WHAT IS THE NUMBER OF BAGGAGES AND THE NUMBER OF CHECKED-IN BAGGAGES At this point, you indicate the number of baggage items you are taking with you, if checked-in or if you are traveling with carry-on baggage only.

Before you leave

This form must also be completed within 96 hours of the return flight.

How to get to the airport

Wearing a face mask is recommended.

As you enter the arrivals terminal and walk to the immigration office, you will be guided past thermal imaging cameras. Those with symptoms of COVID-19 will be asked to go to a separate room for a PCR test for COVID-19.

The Maldives government may carry out random tests at its own expense.

At customs, when crossing the border, you will need to present a QR code, which will be assigned to you after you have completed the IMUGA Travel Declaration. The IMUGA Travel Declaration must be completed within 96 hours prior to departure for the Maldives .

The import of alcohol and pork products (e.g. sausage) is prohibited. You will have the opportunity to consume alcohol (beer, wine, hard liquor) on the boats.

What is strictly forbidden in the Maldives: narcotic and psychotropic substances; firearms and explosive objects; equipment for spearfishing; pornographic material (including sex toys, books, and what is considered mild erotica in European countries).

When you arrive, all luggage goes to the shelves X in order to detect any items prohibited from entering Maldivian territory. Maldives Import and Export Conditions

From the Maldives

The mandatory IMUGA travel declaration must be completed online within 96 hours prior to your return flight:

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