QuickTravelTools Do I need a visa for the Maldives with a Malaysian passport?
Visa on arrival. You can stay up to 30 days.
Rule verified by QuickTravelTools on October 10, 2026.
Visa rules for all 199 passports: the Maldives visa hub.
What you need
- Passport: should be valid at least 6 months after your trip ends.
- How long you can stay: up to 30 days.
- Fee: 0 USD, 30-day free tourist visa on arrival, all nationalities
Source: Permanent Mission of Maldives to the UN. - Processing time: issued on arrival at the border
Source: Permanent Mission of Maldives to the UN. - Official information: Entry to Maldives (official mission guidance)
No pre-application; visa issued on arrival
Tourist visa on arrival is free but does not permit any business engagements; business travel requires a business visa via Maldives Immigration
Source: High Commission of Maldives in the UK.
Official sources
- All tourists, of all nationalities, receive a free 30-day visa on arrival; no visa needed before travel (High Commission of the Maldives in the United Kingdom, verified October 5, 2026)
- Free tourist visa on arrival for all nationalities, up to 30 days; Traveller Declaration (IMUGA) required within 96 hours of travel (Permanent Mission of the Maldives to the UN (Maldives Foreign Ministry), verified October 5, 2026)
the Maldives at a glance
| Region | Asia |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 51 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type D/G/J/K/L sockets, 230/400 V, 50 Hz |
On cost, the Maldives is mid-priced for travelers: everyday prices sit at about 51 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how the Maldives compares to 179 countries.
On power, you are in luck: both Malaysian outlets and the Maldives's use Type G, so many of your chargers should fit as-is. Full plug and voltage guide for the Maldives.
Common questions
Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for the Maldives?
Yes. Visa on arrival. You can stay up to 30 days.
How long can a Malaysian passport holder stay in the Maldives?
Malaysian passport holders can stay in the Maldives for up to 30 days. Stays longer than 30 days require a different visa or immigration authorization.
Is the visa information on this page official?
No. This is a summary compiled from official government sources and verified by QuickTravelTools, and it can lag rule changes. Always confirm with the Maldives's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
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