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title: Maldives visa for citizens of Laos
description: "Citizens of Laos can get a visa on arrival in the Maldives. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Maldives visa for citizens of Laos

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

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $50
- **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 (e.g., $100 per day or $1000 total)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport valid 6+ months, have onward ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds.
2. **Arrive at Maldives airport** — Proceed to immigration counter at Velana International Airport (MLE).
3. **Fill arrival card** — Complete the immigration arrival card (usually given on the flight).
4. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present passport, arrival card, onward ticket, hotel booking, and pay $50 USD (cash or card).
5. **Receive visa stamp** — Immigration officer stamps passport with 30-day single-entry visa on arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity from date of arrival.
- **Completed arrival card** (Travel): Provided on the flight or at immigration counter.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Maldives within 30 days.
- **Hotel booking confirmation** (Travel): Reservation for entire stay in Maldives.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Cash, credit card, or bank statement showing at least $100 per day.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity, optional): May be requested if not captured digitally.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** $100 per day or $1000 total
- Cash
- Credit card
- Bank statement

Proof of funds may be requested at immigration.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at Velana International Airport (MLE) and a few other entry points.
- Overstaying the 30-day period incurs fines and possible deportation.
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Book a confirmed return or onward flight before travel.
- **Inadequate proof of accommodation** — Have confirmed hotel booking for entire stay.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or credit card to show at least $100 per day.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Laos need a visa for the Maldives?

Citizens of Laos can get a visa on arrival in the Maldives. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Laos stay in the Maldives?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Maldives visa cost for citizens of Laos?

Government fee: $50.

### What documents do citizens of Laos need for the Maldives?

Valid passport; Completed arrival card; Return or onward ticket; Hotel booking confirmation; Proof of sufficient funds; Passport-size photograph.

### How long must my passport be valid for the Maldives?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Maldives visa for every passport](/visa/maldives)
- [Every destination for Laos passport holders](/visa/passport/laos)