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Maldives

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Overview

Explore the Maldives...​ 

The Maldives is a tropical paradise made up of 1,190 coral islands, known for its crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, and rich marine life. It is one of the world's top destinations for diving and snorkelling, with vibrant coral reefs and diverse sea creatures, including manta rays and whale sharks.

Fun Fact: The Maldives is the world’s lowest country! Its highest natural point is only about 8 feet above sea level, making it lower than any other nation. Luckily, the islands are protected by natural coral reefs, which help block big waves during monsoon season!

Maldivian Flag

4-6hrs

Average Flight Time

Malé

Capital City of the Maldives

Dhivehi

Official Language

Maldivian Rufiyaa

The currency used in the Maldives is the Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR)​, which has been the official currency since its introduction in 1947, replacing the Ceylonese rupee.

Asia

Asia is the largest and most populous continent, covering about 30% of the Earth’s land area and home to more than 4.7 billion people, roughly 60% of the global population. It is traditionally divided into several regions, each with distinct cultures, languages, and historical influences. Known for its vast diversity, Asia is home to major world economies like China, India, and Japan, as well as iconic landmarks such as the Great Wall of China, the Taj Mahal, and the Arabian Desert, while also being a centre of innovation, rich traditions, and some of the oldest continuous civilisations on Earth.

GST +1

Time-Zone

All Year

Climate

​The Maldives has a tropical climate, with warm weather all year. 

It generally experiences a dry season and a wet season, with the latter bringing more rain and occasional storms. 

Coral reefs help protect the islands from strong ocean swells.

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Country Code: +960

Emergency Contact Numbers

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Visa Guidelines

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Visa applications? Not exactly riveting, but often essential and always unavoidable.

We’ve done the research and pulled everything together to save you time, effort, and energy.

In the tabs, you can check if your child or student needs a visa for their trip. If they do, you’ll find clear guidance, embassy links, required documents, and step-by-step instructions.

And when it comes to submitting the application, parents really are best placed. After all, no one knows the travelling student better.

Parents should ensure that their child's documents meet the official travel requirements for the Maldives.

If your child holds multiple passports and plans to travel with one, while their UAE residency visa is linked to another, please make sure they carry both passports during their trip! 

Review the sample documents and the relevant official checklists to ensure that all specific criteria are met.

Passport Validity (Minimum):

  • 3 months after expected return to UAE

UAE Residency Validity (Minimum):

  • 3 months after expected return to UAE

Parent/Guardian NOC:

  • Required

School/College NOC:

  • Required

All students travelling with an ordinary passport can obtain a visa on arrival to enter the Maldives, provided they meet a few basic requirements.

To confirm the entry requirements for your child, please click here.

We recommend that all minors travelling internationally, without a parent or guardian, carry both a signed parental NOC and a school NOC with them. Samples of each are provided below. This can help to mitigate any potential issues at border control and streamline the immigration process. 

Sample Parent/Guardian NOC

Sample School NOC

Visa applications are part of the adventure, right?

Contact Details

Embassy of the Maldives, Abu Dhabi

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This page was last reviewed on 19 February 2025. We update our content regularly to ensure accuracy.