Entry Requirements

Visitors of all nationalities in possession of the following would be granted entry into the Maldives:

• a valid international travel document issued by a sovereign state’s government
• a valid return air ticket and necessary visas to a destination where the passenger has permission to enter
• a minimum of US$30.00 per person per day or confirmed hotel reservation for the intended period of stay in the Maldives

For more details check out the Entry into Maldives section of the Maldives Department of Immigration and Emigration website.

Exemptions

One or more of the above requirements may be waived for the following personnel:

• Diplomats
• UN personnel
• Persons already approved for employment in the country
• Technical and other experts attached to the Maldives Government
• Personnel with confirmed bookings in a registered tourist accommodation in the country
• Personnel sponsored by Maldivians