Maldives Visa & Entry Requirement News

All the latest policy changes, visa announcements, and essential travel updates specifically for entry into Maldives. Stay informed to plan your trip confidently.

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Azerbaijan, Maldives Launch Visa-Free Travel

Azerbaijan and the Maldives now allow visa-free travel for up to 90 days under a new reciprocal agreement in force from April 29, 2026.
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Ghana Approves Visa-Free Deals With 3 Countries

Ghana approves visa waiver deals with Maldives, Zambia, and Antigua, but visa-free travel is not yet in effect pending ratification.
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Middle East tensions prompt visa rule changes in Asia

Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Maldives and India update or clarify visa and stay rules as Middle East disruptions raise overstay risks for tourists.
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Maldives goes fully digital with new eVisa system

Maldives unveils eVisa, a mobile app, and MID Checker as part of its Maldives 2.0 digital government push, with public rollout beginning Nov 23, 2025.