Maldives Visa Online Services

Processing time

Up to 45 min

Starting from

1/- inr

Types of Maldives Visas

Tourist Visa on Arrival

Processing time:

not necessary

Stay Period:

30 days

Validity/Extension:

Visa Category

1 month

Tourist

Entry:

Single

Fees:

INR 1/-

Ideal for:

Indian citizens wishing to visit Maldives for the purpose of tourism and holidaying

Business Visa on Arrival

Processing time:

not necessary

Stay Period:

30 days

Validity/Extension:

Visa Category

1 month

Business

Entry:

Single

Fees:

INR 1/-

Ideal for:

Indian citizens wishing to visit Maldives for business purpose like attending meeting, conference, exhibition or seminar

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Documents required for Maldives Visa Online

  • Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and minimum 3 blank pages + all old passports if any
  • 2 Scanned recent color photograph.
  • Confirmed return or onward flight tickets
  • Accommodation proof (hotel reservation or invitation letter if visiting someone in Maldives)
  • Invitation letter from host company (for business visa)
  • Have enough funds to cover the expenses for duration of the stay in Maldives (Approx. US$50 per day)

Applying for Maldives Visa through MaknTour is this simple


Pay online secure payment gateway


upload your documents


we verify and submit your documents


Receive your visa via email

Maldives Visa FAQs

Do Indian citizens require a Visa to travel to Maldives?

In order to enter Maldives the Indian nationals visiting Maldives as a tourist do not require any pre-arrival visa. A free Maldives Tourist Visa which is valid for approximately ninety days is issued to Indian nationals on arriving at the Male airport.

What is the eligibility for Maldives visa on arrival?

Travelers must meet the following criteria:

Should possess a valid passport and;

Have a valid ticket to continue the journey out of Maldives

Have enough funds to cover the expenses for duration of the stay in Maldives. (US$100 + $50 dollars per day) or

Confirmation of reservation in a Tourist Resort or a Hotel.

Invitation letter and any additional original documents to supplement your purpose of visit (for business travelers)

What is the validity of Maldives visa?

A Tourist Visa allows you to stay in the Maldives for 30 days, but may be extended for another 60-day period.

Full 30 – day visa is not a right of the passenger to claim, but lies at the discretion of the Immigration to issue not more than thirty days and any period less than thirty days.

How long does it take to get the Maldives visa?

Usually, it takes around 20 minutes to get all formalities done and get the visa on arrival. However, the time may vary depending on the peak travel period.

How do i get my Maldives visa on arrival?

After landing at Maldives airport, please head to the Immigration counter. The authorities will most likely ask basic questions such as the reason for travel and duration of stay. Overall, it takes about 15-20 minutes to issue an entry permit. The whole method is hassle-free.

Does my Maldives Visa get rejected?

Indians are not liable to face a rejection. However, the above said documents are necessary to enter the country. Failure to produce any of the documents may result into rejection of your visa, thereby barring you from entering the country. The final decision to grant an entry permit is solely at the discretion of the Immigration officials at Maldives airport.

Do I need to take a health/travel insurance?

You are strongly advised to purchase a health / travel insurance to cover yourself in Maldives as medical treatment can be very expensive in Maldives. We can certainly assist you with the travel insurance as it’s an absolute necessity for International travel in the event of unexpected events such as medical emergencies, baggage delay or loss etc.

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