Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA)

Name: Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA)
Brand: Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA)

Up to date as of October 12, 2026

The Maldives tax authority, which collects GST, tourism taxes and income taxes, registers businesses for tax and publishes the rules on taxes that visitors pay through hotels, resorts and guesthouses.

About Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA)

The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority administers the country's taxes, including the Goods and Services Tax and taxes on the tourism sector, and provides online filing and payment through its website mira.gov.mv. Its site has guidance and FAQs on GST, tax registration and other taxes for businesses. Under a GST amendment gazetted in August 2026, GST applies from 1 October 2026 to inbound tourism products such as accommodation, meals, transport and tourist activities, including related booking services. Suppliers, including foreign booking platforms, must register with MIRA.

Key Features

Tax Registration: Register a business or activity for GST and other taxes.
Online Filing: Submit returns and pay taxes online.
Guidance and FAQs: Official explanations of GST and tourism tax rules.
Public Notices: Announcements of new laws, deadlines and rates.

How to Get Started

Open mira.gov.mv and read the guidance for your type of business.
Register your business or activity with MIRA.
Sign in to the online services to file returns and pay.
Check notices regularly for changes in rates and deadlines.

Important Notice

Tourists do not deal with MIRA directly, but GST and other tourism charges are added to hotel and resort bills, so check whether quoted prices include them. Tax rates and rules for the tourism sector changed in 2026, so confirm the current rates on the official website. Business filings need local registration.

English available

Local ID needed

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) work with a foreign bank card in Maldives?: Not reliably — a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) available in English?: Yes, Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA)?: No, an international phone number generally works for Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA).
Do I need local ID or residency for Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA)?: Yes, Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) requires local ID or residency status.