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title: Maldives visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
description: "Citizens of the United Kingdom can get a visa on arrival in the Maldives. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $100. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Maldives visa for citizens of the United Kingdom

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

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## 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:** $100
- **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 equivalent)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport valid for 6+ months, onward ticket, accommodation proof, and sufficient funds.
2. **Arrive at Maldives airport** — Proceed to the immigration counter for Visa on Arrival.
3. **Fill arrival card** — Complete the Maldives arrival card (paper or online).
4. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present passport, documents, and pay $100 USD fee (cash or card).
5. **Receive visa stamp** — Immigration officer stamps passport with 30-day 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 arrival or online prior to travel.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Maldives within 30 days.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking confirmation or invitation letter.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash showing at least $100 per day.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity, optional): May be required if not using e-gate.

## Proof of funds

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

Proof of funds may be requested at immigration.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is only available at Male International Airport and a few other entry points.
- Overstaying the 30-day limit incurs fines and possible deportation.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **No onward or return ticket** — Book a confirmed return or onward ticket before travel.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or bank statement showing at least $100 per day.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United Kingdom need a visa for the Maldives?

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

### How long can citizens of the United Kingdom stay in the Maldives?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $100.

### What documents do citizens of the United Kingdom need for the Maldives?

Valid passport; Completed arrival card; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; 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 United Kingdom passport holders](/visa/passport/united-kingdom)