Visitor & short-stay visas
Maldivian Meeting Visa
An on-arrival visa for foreign nationals attending an approved meeting, conference or convention in the Maldives.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Maldives government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Meeting Visa
- Route type
- On-arrival visa
- Stay granted
- 14 days
- Effective from 14 May 2023
- Extendable
- No
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals attending a meeting, conference or convention in the Maldives
- Events for permissible business or government purposes, or approved by the relevant authority
Requirements
- Passport with MRZ valid for at least 1 month
- Completed Traveller Declaration via IMUGA within 96 hours before arrival
- Confirmed return tickets
- Prepaid booking at a registered property
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
What you can do
- Attend the approved meeting, conference or convention for up to 14 days
- Cannot apply for a Business Visa while holding a Meeting Visa
How to apply
- Submit the Traveller Declaration through IMUGA before travel
- Arrive with confirmed tickets, accommodation and funds
- Receive the 14-day Meeting Visa on arrival
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.