Visa Details

Who Can Apply 

You are eligible if you:   

• Be in possession of a valid passport or travelling document of a minimum fifteen days.   
• If booked hotel or accommodation in the Maldives.   
• Have enough money to sustain you.   
• Possess return or onward flight ticket.   

Required Documents

To ensure a smooth entry and approval upon arrival, make sure you meet these requirements: 

• A passport with at least 1-month validity and MRZ (Machine Readable Zone). 
• Confirmed hotel or accommodation booking. 
• Return or onward flight ticket. 
• Proof of funds to cover your stay in the Maldives. 
• Traveller Declaration Form submitted online within 72 hours of flight time. 
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (only if applicable). 

Al Rihla Travel can assist you in preparing all these documents so your visa process is seamless and worry-free. 

Maldives Visa Application Process 

Step-by-Step Visa Application  

• Prepare your passport and ensure at least 1-month validity. 
• Book your Maldives accommodation and return flights. 
• Complete and submit the Traveller Declaration Form. 
• Upon arrival, present all required documents at immigration. 
• Receive your visa on arrival — and enjoy your Maldives vacation! 

Visa Application from Dubai & Abu Dhabi

For those applying for a Maldives visa from Dubai, from Abu Dhabi, or UAE, Al Rihla Travel provides complete assistance:

• Pre-travel documentation and checklists 
• Flight and hotel booking assistance 
• Travel insurance and itinerary support 
• Personalized advice for a stress-free journey 

Let Al Rihla Travel take care of the details so your arrival in the Maldives is completely hassle-free. 

Visa Fees, Processing Time & Validity 

The best part about obtaining a Maldives visa from Dubai is that it’s free of charge. There are no visa application fees, and the visa is issued on arrival. 

• Processing Time: Instantly on arrival.
• Validity: 30 days, with a possibility of extension under specific conditions. 

For UAE residents, including those applying for a visa from Abu Dhabi, the same rules apply — fast, free, and simple! 

Types of Maldives Visa for UAE Residents

While most travelers visit the Maldives for tourism, several types of visas are available: 

• Tourist Visa: Issued on arrival for short stays. 
• Business Visa: For official visits and meetings. 
• Work Visa: For employment purposes (requires pre-approval). 
• Resident Visa: For long-term or dependent stay. 

If you’re unsure which type you need, Al Rihla Travel’s team can guide you through your visa from UAE options. 

Common Maldives Visa Rejection Reasons & Tips 

Though the visa in Dubai is not given beforehand, the entry may be refused in case:   

• Your passport has less than 1 month validity.
• You have no evidence of accommodation.   
• You do not have confirmation of returning flight.   
• You do not present adequate finances.   

Tip: Plan all your travel documents with Al Rihla Travel in advance- to make sure your Maldives visa in Abu Dhabi or any other part of the UAE does not take too long to approve. 

Why Apply for Your Maldives Visa with Al Rihla Travel in Dubai? 

Al Rihla Travel is a trusted Dubai-based travel agency, which, however, in regards to the visa, offers the UAE resident with credible help. Even though we issue the visa on arrival, through the services, we assist you to make all the documents needed to make it a hassle-free experience. 

We provide: 

• Expert travel guidance 
• Hotel booking and flight booking services. 
• Travel packages and visa packages. 
• Step‑by‑step entry checklist 
• Dubai and Abu Dhabi are the cities that provide dedicated assistance to the visa.