Visitor visas for the Maldives are issued by the Maldivian Embassy/Consulate and are stamped on the inside of passports. For tourists who wish to stay for 30 days, a visa is given on arrival in the Maldives. There are no formal requirements for such a visa.
Requirements to acquire a Maldives Visa
The following requirements must be met in order to get a Maldives Visa:
1) Valid international travel documents
2) Valid return air tickets
3) Proof of sufficient funds to cover the period of stay.
Visa Extension Requirements
To extend an existing visa, you need to apply for a visa extension; for this you will have to go to an immigration office in the capital city of Malé to buy an Extension of Tourist Visa form. You will also need someone local to sponsor you - this could be a travel agent or the manager of the resort where you are staying.
While entry permits and visas are granted upon arrival to visitors in Maldives, these are strictly for tourist activities and visitors are not allowed to set up a business, take a job or live in the country permanently.
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