Maldives visa for Indian passports

The Maldives grants a tourist visa on arrival, with no pre-approval. Every traveller also submits a free online Traveller Declaration before arrival.

Last checked October 2026. Rules change; we confirm everything again when we plan your trip.

Entry
Visa on arrival

How to apply

Nothing to apply for in advance. Submit the Traveller Declaration on the official IMUGA portal up to 96 hours (4 days) before arrival. It is free.

How long you can stay

Ask us — we confirm this when we plan your trip

Documents checklist

  • Passport with a machine-readable zone, valid for at least 1 month
  • Confirmed return ticket
  • Prepaid confirmed booking at a registered resort, hotel or guesthouse
  • Enough money for the stay
  • Traveller Declaration on IMUGA, one per traveller including children
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicable (children under 1 exempt)

Good to know

  • Passports with extended validity are not accepted.
  • Each child needs their own passport.
  • Immigration officers decide entry at the airport, even when the paperwork is complete.

Official sources

Last checked October 2026.

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Trips that go to Maldives

Sample itineraries that include this destination.

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