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Our Maldives visa application process

How to apply for your Maldives visa with iVisa

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Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions, find out whether you need a Maldives Traveler Declaration or another Maldives visa or travel document. Then, upload your documents, and pay securely. You can save your progress and come back anytime. Most people finish in less than 10 minutes.

We’ll guide you through any unclear steps during the application process.

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We review your application

The Maldives visa system is known for being difficult to navigate – images must be clear, and information must match your passport.

Our experts check everything for errors or omissions, so your declaration sails through without delays. The review is quick but thorough.

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We submit it for government processing

We’re not the Maldivian government, but we submit your form to them and stay on hand if any follow-up is needed.

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Get your Maldives visa

We’ll email your approved document and let you know how to use it for your trip.

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Visa types needed for Maldives

  • Maldives Traveler Declaration Form
  • Maldives Meeting Visa*
  • Maldives Business Visa*
  • Maldives Work Visa*
  • Maldives Marriage Visa*
  • Maldives Dependent Visa*

Maldives Traveler Declaration Form

Purpose: The Maldives Traveler Declaration Form is a mandatory pre-arrival electronic declaration that collects key travel, personal, customs, and health information about incoming passengers.

When to apply: You must submit the Traveller Declaration within 96 hours (4 days) before your scheduled arrival in the Maldives.

Duration and extensions: The Maldives Traveler Declaration Form isn’t a visa and the maximum duration of your stay will depend on your nationality or visa.

Entries: A Maldives Traveler Declaration form is needed for every entry into the country.

Ports of entry: The declaration is required for arrival at all Maldivian ports of entry, though the most common is Velana International Airport (MLE) near Malé.

Delivery format: The form is completed online. Once submitted, you’ll receive a digital confirmation with a QR code. You must present this code at immigration upon arrival (either printed or on mobile).

Maldives Meeting Visa*

This is for foreign nationals traveling to the Maldives specifically to attend business meetings, official conferences, or commercial conventions. It is valid for a fixed, non-extendable stay of up to 14 days.

*We currently don’t offer this visa.

Maldives Business Visa*

This is for corporate professionals, investors, and commercial representatives visiting the country to engage in business-related activities. It is a multiple-entry visa valid for an initial duration of 30 days per entry, which can be extended for up to 180 days within a single calendar year.

*We currently don’t offer this visa.

Maldives Work Visa*

This is for foreign expatriates who have secured legal employment with an authorized local employer in the Maldives. It is valid for an initial period of up to 2 years and is fully renewable. You must secure this document before arrival through an employment approval application initiated by your Maldivian corporate sponsor.

*We currently don’t offer this visa.

Maldives Marriage Visa*

This is for foreign nationals who are legally married to a citizen of the Maldives and wish to live together on the island. It is valid for an initial period of 1 year and can be renewed annually. You must apply for this through the official digital platform following the lawful registration of your marriage with the Maldivian authorities.

*We currently don’t offer this visa.

Maldives Dependent Visa*

This is for the immediate family members, specifically the spouse and minor children, of professional expatriate workers holding an active work permit. The validity of the document is strictly tied to the expiration date of the primary worker’s employment visa.

*We currently don’t offer this visa.

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Maldives visa policy

Many foreign nationals, including US, European Union, and UK citizens, may enter the Maldives visa-free for short stays. Travelers not eligible for visa-free travel to the Maldives can obtain a free Visa-on-Arrival upon arrival for stays of up to 30 days.

All travelers entering the Maldives must complete and submit a Maldives Traveler Declaration before traveling.

General Maldives visa requirements are:

  • Passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival and at least two blank pages
  • Recent passport photo
  • Travel details (such as flight information and accommodation address)
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the duration of stay
  • Valid email address

Requirements may vary depending on nationality and travel purpose.

Maldives visa prices

Maldives Traveler Declaration Form

Prices starting from $67.99

Valid for 1 month after issued
Single entry
Stay up to 90 days per entry
Get it as fast as 15 minutes

Fast facts

Average time it takes to apply

5 minutes

iVisa approval rate

99%

Most common reason for denials

Typos in passport information

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FAQs

The Maldives Traveler Declaration is a mandatory digital immigration and health form. It is not a visa. It is a security and entry declaration that replaces old paper arrival cards. Every foreign traveler must fill it out to clear passport control, regardless of visa-exempt status.

The Maldives Traveler Declaration is usually processed quickly. With iVisa, you can get your Maldives Traveler Declaration in as little as 30 minutes (depending on your application and chosen delivery speed).

We recommend applying at least 2 days before your departure date to account for any unexpected government delays.

You can stay in the Maldives on a tourist visa for an initial period of 30 days, which is granted upon arrival for free. This initial stay can be extended for up to an additional 60 days, for a total of 90 days, by applying to the Maldives Department of Immigration before the original visa expires.

You can apply for your Traveler Declaration through the government or iVisa (or download our mobile app).

Tourist visa is granted on arrival to the Maldives. As such, a foreigner traveling to Maldives as a tourist does not require pre-approval for the visa.

No, working in the Maldives is not allowed on a Tourist Visa or based on the Traveler Declaration. If you plan to work, even short-term or freelance, you must have a Work Visa linked to an approved Employment Approval (EA). Working without the right visa can lead to fines, detention, or deportation.

Yes, if you’re on a Tourist Visa and want to stay longer, you can apply for an extension at the Maldives Immigration office. The maximum total stay is 60 days (30 days initially + 30-day extension).

Make sure you apply before your first 30 days expire, and bring your passport, accommodation details, and fee payment. Work and Dependent Visas can also be renewed, but this must be handled through your sponsor.

Overstaying your visa can lead to daily fines, which start at MVR 1,000, and may result in deportation or being banned from returning.

It’s important to apply for an extension if needed and leave the country before your visa expires to avoid legal trouble or travel restrictions in the future.

No. As of 15 August 2024, the departure declaration was removed, so you only need to fill out the Traveler Declaration before arriving in the Maldives. This makes the process quicker and easier for travelers, especially those with short stays or island-hopping itineraries.

It depends on the nature of the event. If it’s a formal, invite-only conference or seminar, and the organizer can sponsor you, it’s better to use a Meeting Visa, which is tailored for this purpose and helps avoid confusion at immigration.

However, if you're also planning to do other activities, such as negotiating contracts, attending a training, or managing a project, a Business Visa may still be required.

  • Our team of iVisa experts will review your documents to make sure you have the best chance of being approved.
  • We then send it to the government for processing on your behalf.
  • Once your visa is approved, we’ll then email you your document.

In the meantime, download the iVisa app, so you can access your travel documents while you're on the go.

Yes. There are no age exemptions for this requirement; every single traveler, including infants and young children, must have their own individual Traveler Declaration submitted. While parents or legal guardians can easily complete the digital form on behalf of minors, a separate submission must be made for each passport holder to generate their unique QR code. Additionally, all children must hold their own valid international machine-readable passport to be granted entry into the Maldives.

Because the Traveler Declaration is a security and health self-declaration rather than a traditional visa, it will not be formally denied, but submitting a form with incorrect data—such as typos in your passport number, misspelled names, or mismatched arrival dates—can lead to boarding rejections by airlines or severe delays at border control.

iVisa offers denial protection. Our experts manually review your application before submission to prevent issues.

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