Work visas
Maldivian Work Visa
A fully digital e-Visa authorising expatriates who hold a valid Work Permit to reside and work in the Maldives.
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Work Visa fee not published on the official page; validity is stated as matching the Work Permit with renewals capped at one year but exact permit durations are not listed.
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
- Work Visa (e-Visa)
- Route type
- Employment
- Must be obtained
- Within 15 days of arrival on a valid Work Permit
- Validity
- Matches the approved Work Permit; renewals capped at a maximum of 1 year
- Application system
- Xpat Online System (xpat.egov.mv, eFaas login)
Who it is for
- Expatriate workers employed in the Maldives
- Applicants who already hold a valid Work Permit from the Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology
Requirements
- Recent photograph meeting immigration photo standards
- Clear colour copy of the passport biodata page
- Any applicable supporting documents
- A valid Work Permit
What you can do
- Reside and work in the Maldives for the duration of the approved Work Permit
- Sponsor eligible dependants (professional categories) for a Dependent Visa
How to apply
- Log in to xpat.egov.mv using an eFaas account
- Open the Work Permit section and select the relevant permit
- Open the Visa tab and click Apply for Visa
- Upload the required documents
- On approval, the e-Visa is issued digitally in the system
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.