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Maldives visa for Indian passport holders
Visa on arrival
- Stay allowed
- 30 days
- Fee
- FreeMVR 0 · The tourist visa on arrival is free. Extension fees are paid in the Maldives. Each traveller, including infants, needs their own declaration.
- Processing
- On arrival, usually a few minutes at the immigration counter
- Validity
- 30 days
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Indians can get a visa on arrival in Maldives for stays of up to 30 days free of charge.
Indian passport holders do not need to apply for a visa before travelling to the Maldives. You get a free 30-day tourist visa on arrival at Velana International Airport in Malé, with no visa fee and no agent needed. The immigration officer stamps your passport in a few minutes, and the exact number of days is decided at the counter, up to a maximum of 30. If you want to stay longer, you can apply for an extension inside the Maldives, up to 90 days in total, with a fee.
The one step you must not skip is the IMUGA Traveller Declaration. This is a free online form on imuga.immigration.gov.mv, and you should submit it within 96 hours (3 days) before your flight. Every traveller needs one, including children and infants. Save the QR code, and carry your passport (valid for at least 6 months), a confirmed return ticket within 30 days, and your hotel or resort booking. Travel insurance is not compulsory, but it is a good idea. Rules can change, so check the official IMUGA website before you fly.
How to apply for a Maldives visa from India
- Check your passport is valid (at least 6 months beyond your arrival date) and has blank pages
- Book your hotel/resort/guesthouse and a confirmed flight out of the Maldives within 30 days
- Open imuga.immigration.gov.mv and choose Traveller Declaration → New Declaration
- Fill in passport, flight and accommodation details. Add each family member, including infants, separately
- Submit the declaration within 96 hours (3 days) before arrival. It is free
- Save or screenshot the confirmation/QR code and keep it on your phone or printed
- Fly to Velana International Airport (MLE), Malé
- At immigration, show your passport, QR code, booking and return ticket
- The officer stamps your free 30-day visa on arrival
Entry requirements for Maldives
- Valid Indian passport (6 months validity beyond arrival recommended)
- IMUGA Traveller Declaration submitted within 96 hours before arrival
- Confirmed return or onward ticket within 30 days
- Confirmed accommodation booking (resort, hotel or registered guesthouse)
- Sufficient funds for the stay (immigration may ask)
- Travel insurance recommended (not mandatory)
- A separate declaration for every traveller, including children and infants
Maldives visa document checklist
Choose your profile to see exactly what to carry. Tick items as you collect them, then print or save as PDF.
Embassies can ask for more documents. Always match this list with the official checklist before you apply.
What a trip to Maldives costs
Budget estimates for two people sharing, before flights. The visa fee is already included.
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Maldives?
Indians can get a visa on arrival in Maldives for stays of up to 30 days free of charge.
How much is the Maldives visa fee for Indians?
The total cost is about Free per person (official fee MVR 0). The tourist visa on arrival is free. Extension fees are paid in the Maldives. Each traveller, including infants, needs their own declaration..
How long does a Maldives visa take for Indians?
Processing usually takes On arrival, usually a few minutes at the immigration counter. Apply well before your travel date, especially in peak season.
How long can Indians stay in Maldives?
Up to 30 days (30 days).
Is travel insurance mandatory for Maldives?
It is not listed as mandatory, but medical cover for the whole trip is strongly recommended.
Where do Indians apply for a Maldives visa?
Apply only on the official website (IMUGA – Maldives Immigration (Traveller Declaration)). Avoid unofficial sites that charge extra fees.
Do Indians need a visa before going to the Maldives?
No. Indian passport holders get a free 30-day tourist visa on arrival at Malé airport.
What is IMUGA?
The Maldives Immigration online Traveller Declaration. Every traveller must submit it before arrival.
When should I fill the IMUGA form?
Within 96 hours (3 days) before your flight. Not earlier, and not at the airport.
Is there a visa fee?
No. The tourist visa on arrival is free.
Do babies and children need IMUGA?
Yes. Every traveller, including infants, needs a declaration.
Can I stay longer than 30 days?
Yes, you can apply for an extension in the Maldives, up to 90 days in total. Fees apply.
Can I work on a tourist visa?
No. Work needs a separate work permit.
Is travel insurance compulsory?
No, but it is strongly recommended.
Will I be asked for a return ticket?
Yes. Keep a confirmed flight out of the Maldives within 30 days.
Recent changes
- Page drafted for Indian passport holders: free 30-day visa on arrival, IMUGA declaration within 96 hours