Maldives Tourist / Visit Visa: Key Info
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Maldives grants a tourist visa on arrival to all nationalities. No need to apply in advance. Immigration Maldives+2bd.mdvmission.gov.mv+2
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The visa on arrival is typically valid for 30 days. Maldives.com+2Immigration Maldives+2
Entry Requirements / What You Must Have
To get the tourist visa on arrival, you’ll need to meet certain conditions. Here are the main ones:
| Requirement | Details |
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| Passport | Must be machine‑readable (MRZ). Must have at least 1 month validity from date of entry. Immigration Maldives+1 |
| Travel itinerary | Confirmed return or onward ticket. Immigration Maldives+1 |
| Accommodation proof | Prepaid hotel booking (registered facility) or sponsor. Immigration Maldives+1 |
| Funds | Proof you have enough money to cover your stay. Immigration Maldives+1 |
| Traveler’s Declaration | Must be filled out within 96 hours before travel via IMUGA (Maldives’ immigration portal). Immigration Maldives+2bd.mdvmission.gov.mv+2 |
| Yellow Fever Vaccine | If arriving from or via certain endemic countries. Children under 1 year exempt. Immigration Maldives+1 |
Specifics to Bangladeshis
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There is no visa fee for tourist visa on arrival for Bangladeshi citizens—Maldives offers free 30-day tourist visa on arrival. United Saud Group+2maldivesbd.org+2
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If you want to stay longer than 30 days (up to 90 days), a local sponsor is required. You have to make arrangements accordingly. Nature Nest+1
Things to Be Careful About / Tips
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Even though 1 month passport validity is the formal requirement, some airlines prefer passports with 6 months validity. It’s safer to have 6 months.
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Have return ticket, hotel/resort booking, enough cash or card to show funds.
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Complete IMUGA declaration before travel (within 96 hours) to avoid issues.
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Entry is not guaranteed just by having documents — immigration officers have discretion. Immigration Maldives
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If coming from a Yellow‑Fever‑affected area, vaccine proof is needed. Immigration Maldives+1
