Maldives Tourist Visa on Arrival

The Tourist Visa on Arrival is a tourist visa route for Maldives. It allows a stay of 30 days (free); extendable to 90 days and costs 0 USD. Work is not allowed, it can be renewed and it does not offer a direct path to residency.

Visa facts verified on September 25, 2026 (Eastern Time).

Maldives Tourist Visa on Arrival: questions and answers

How much does the Maldives Tourist Visa on Arrival cost?

The Tourist Visa on Arrival costs 0 USD.

How long can you stay in Maldives on the Tourist Visa on Arrival?

The Tourist Visa on Arrival allows a stay of 30 days (free); extendable to 90 days. It can be renewed.

Can you work in Maldives on the Tourist Visa on Arrival?

No, work is not allowed on the Tourist Visa on Arrival.

Does the Maldives Tourist Visa on Arrival lead to residency?

No, the Tourist Visa on Arrival does not offer a direct path to residency in Maldives.

How hard is the Maldives Tourist Visa on Arrival to get?

We rate the Tourist Visa on Arrival application easy.

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