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Maldives · Visas & ImmigrationMaldives Immigration
Maldives Immigration handles tourist visas on arrival, work visas, residence permits and rules for entering and leaving the country.
What it helps with
- Arriving as a touristFree visa on arrival.
- Working in the MaldivesWork visa process.
- Extending a stayOfficial channels.
About Maldives Immigration:
Tourists of all nationalities get a free 30-day visa on arrival with a booked stay and return ticket. Workers and their families apply for work visas and permits through their employer.
Key Features:
- Visa on arrival: 30 days for tourists.
- Work visas: Through employers.
- Entry rules: Documents and extensions.
How to Get Started:
- Read the entry requirements on immigration.gov.mv.
- Fill in the IMUGA traveller declaration before arrival.
- For work, ask your employer to start the work-visa process.
- Extend or change status through the official channels.
Before you use it
- Sign-up: A confirmed accommodation booking and onward ticket are checked on arrival.
- Good to know: IMUGA, the online traveller declaration, must be completed within 96 hours before arrival.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Maldives Immigration work with a foreign bank card in Maldives?
- Yes — Maldives Immigration accepts foreign-issued cards in Maldives.
- Is Maldives Immigration available in English?
- Yes, Maldives Immigration has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Maldives Immigration?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Maldives Immigration.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Maldives Immigration?
- No, Maldives Immigration doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Maldives Immigration?
- Web
- How much does Maldives Immigration cost?
- Tourist visa free; work visa fees per rules