Visa and Passport

Foreign visitors who enter the Maldives must be in possession of return or onward tickets and sufficient funds to cover duration of stay.

• Valid passport and travel documents.
• Fee.
• Return or onward ticket.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover duration of stay (US$30 per person per day) or a confirmed hotel reservation for the intended period of stay.

Passport
Passport valid for six months required by all.

Visa
Tourist visas for 30 days will be issued on arrival only and are free of charge to all visitors in possession of valid travel documents.

Types of visa and cost
Tourist visas can be extended for a minimum of three months for a fee of Rf750 (£45).

Validity
Three months to one year.

Applications to:
Visas are issued on arrival at the immigration desk at Maldives International Airport.

Working Days Required
Visa extensions can be requested on arrival at Maldives International Airport, and will be issued immediately provided nationals are holding valid travel documents.

Passport and Visa Information

High Commission of the Republic of Maldives in the UK
22 Nottingham Place, London W1U 5NJ, UK
Tel: (020) 7224 2135.
Website: www.maldiveshighcommission.org
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1700.