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Maldives: visa and passport requirements

Passport required Return ticket required Visa required
Australian Yes Yes Yes
British Yes Yes Yes
Canadian Yes Yes Yes
Other EU Yes Yes Yes
USA Yes Yes Yes
Passports: 

To enter the Maldives, a passport is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visas: 

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.

Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart are advised to contact the high commission/embassy for visa requirements for the Maldives.

Visa note: 

Foreign visitors who enter the Maldives must be in possession of return or onward tickets and a minimum of US$100 and US$50 per person per day or confirmed hotel reservation for the intended period of stay in the Maldives.

Tourist visas can be extended by 90 days (including the initial 30 days granted on arrival) by applying to the immigration department.

Types and cost: 

Initial visa is free; extensions are available for a fee of MRf750 (£45).

Validity: 

30 days.

Application to: 

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

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