Kazakhstan passport → Maldives

Maldives visa for citizens of Kazakhstan

Visa on arrival

Citizens of Kazakhstan can get a visa on arrival in the Maldives.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on arrival
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Processing time	On arrival
Government fee	No fee listed
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay (at least $100 per day or equivalent)

How to apply

1
Check passport validity
Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date
2
Book flights and accommodation
Have flight itinerary and hotel reservation ready
3
Complete Maldives Immigration Arrival Card
Fill in the online form at https://imuga.immigration.gov.mv up to 96 hours before arrival
4
Prepare supporting documents
Keep passport, onward ticket, accommodation proof, and fund evidence accessible
5
Arrive at Malé Airport
Proceed to immigration counters
6
Receive free 30-day visitor visa on arrival
Visa is granted immediately at entry without fee

Documents checklist

Travel

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival
Return/onward ticket
Confirmed flight out of Maldives within 30 days
Accommodation proof
Hotel reservation or invitation letter
Completed Immigration Arrival Card
Filled online prior to departure or on arrival

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statement or cash equivalent

Supporting

Travel insurance
Optional
Not mandatory but strongly recommended

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: $100 per day (or equivalent in foreign currency)

Bank statement
Cash
Traveler's checks

Immigration may ask to show funds; a credit card is usually sufficient

Good to know

Overstaying the 30-day visa-free period incurs fines and potential deportation
Visa cannot be extended beyond 60 days total in a 6-month period

Common refusal reasons

Invalid passport (less than 6 months validity)

Check passport validity well before travel and renew if needed

No onward or return ticket

Always have a confirmed ticket leaving the Maldives within 30 days

FAQ

Do citizens of Kazakhstan need a visa for the Maldives?

Citizens of Kazakhstan can get a visa on arrival in the Maldives.

How long can citizens of Kazakhstan stay in the Maldives?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Kazakhstan need for the Maldives?

Valid passport; Return/onward ticket; Accommodation proof; Proof of sufficient funds; Completed Immigration Arrival Card; Travel insurance.

How long must my passport be valid for the Maldives?

At least 6 months.

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