QuickTravelTools Do I need a visa for the Maldives with a US passport?
- Passport
- US
- Destination
- the Maldives
- Purpose
- Tourism
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Visa on arrival when you land.
Verified October 5, 2026
Source: High Commission of the Maldives in the United Kingdom.
What you need
- Visa on arrival
Visa on arrival when you land.
Source: High Commission of the Maldives in the United Kingdom
QTT checked the Maldives's official guidance on October 5, 2026. We re-check these sources and update this page when official rules change.
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)
Visa rules for all 199 passports: the Maldives visa hub.
Visa costs and applying
- 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.
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.
Pack a plug adapter: US devices use Type A/B/NEMA 14-30/NEMA 14-50, but the Maldives uses Type D/G/J/K/L. Voltage differs too (230/400 V there versus 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 277/480 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for the Maldives.
Common questions
Do US citizens need a visa for the Maldives?
Yes. Visa on arrival when you land.
How long can a US passport holder stay in the Maldives?
The permitted stay depends on the visa or authorisation issued. Check the official immigration site before booking.
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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