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Maldives Visa Requirements 2026: Complete Guide by Nationality
The Maldives offers free 30-day visa-on-arrival for ALL nationalities. Just show passport + return ticket + accommodation booking.
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The Maldives offers free 30-day visa-on-arrival for ALL nationalities. Just show passport + return ticket + accommodation booking.
Visa Requirements by Nationality
| Passport | Type | Duration | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | Free visa-on-arrival | 30 days | $0 | Tourist visa on arrival |
| UK | Free visa-on-arrival | 30 days | $0 | Tourist visa on arrival |
| Canada | Free visa-on-arrival | 30 days | $0 | Tourist visa on arrival |
| Australia | Free visa-on-arrival | 30 days | $0 | Tourist visa on arrival |
| India | Free visa-on-arrival | 30 days | $0 | Tourist visa on arrival |
| China | Free visa-on-arrival | 30 days | $0 | Tourist visa on arrival |
| All nationalities | Free visa-on-arrival | 30 days | $0 | Tourist visa on arrival |
What You Need to Enter Maldives
- Passport valid 6+ months beyond stay
- Return/onward ticket
- Confirmed resort/hotel booking
- Sufficient funds ($100/day) or pre-paid accommodation
- Travel insurance recommended (not required)
Planning your trip? See our complete Maldives travel guide, the destinations index, or the Ultimate Bucket List for inspiration.
Maldives Visa FAQ
Do you need a visa for the Maldives?
No — every nationality gets free 30-day visa-on-arrival. Just show passport, return ticket, accommodation booking.
How long can you stay in the Maldives?
30 days standard. Extensions possible (up to 90 days total) through Maldives Immigration for $77.
Do you need a Covid test for the Maldives?
As of 2026, no — restrictions lifted. Always check current MoH guidelines before flying.
Can you visit the Maldives as a same-day stop?
Technically yes — visa-on-arrival is granted even for transit. Local island day trips from cruise ships allowed.
Do you need yellow fever vaccination?
Required only if arriving from yellow-fever-endemic countries (parts of Africa, South America).
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John Morrison is the founder and lead travel writer at Packzup. Over the past decade he has explored destinations across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania — always self-funded, never on a press trip.