Visa-Free Countries for Maldives Passport Holders in 2026

In 2026, Maldives passport holders can enter 50 destinations visa-free, and 69 more with a visa on arrival or an e-visa, out of the 198 destinations documented by IziVisas. The lists below are grouped by entry regime, click any destination for the full requirements (documents, fees, processing times).

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Visa-free (50)No visa formality for a short stay.
Visa on arrival (25)Issued at the airport or border desk, on the same day.
E-visa (44)Online application before departure: from a few minutes to a week depending on the portal.
Consular visa (79)Application at the embassy or visa centre: from a few days to several weeks (15 days as a rule for a Schengen visa, up to 45).

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Visa-free destinations for Maldives citizens (50)

Maldivians can enter 50 destinations without a visa, with a valid passport only. For example: Thailand (30 days), Morocco (30 days) and United Arab Emirates (90 days within 180 days). 32 of 50 verified against the destination's official list.

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Visa on arrival for Maldives citizens (25)

For Maldivians, 25 destinations issue the visa at the border or airport, with nothing to file before departure. For example: Indonesia (30 days), Egypt and Bhutan (90 days). 12 of 25 verified against the destination's official list.

The visa is issued directly at the border or airport, no application needed beforehand.

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E-visa destinations for Maldives citizens (44)

For Maldivians, 44 destinations require an e-visa applied for online before departure. Each destination page links the official portal we have found: intermediary sites often charge more. For example: Armenia (120 days), Albania and Turkey (90 days within 180 days). 19 of 44 verified against the destination's official list.

An electronic authorization applied for online before departure, usually within days.

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Consular visa required for Maldives citizens (79)

For Maldivians, 79 destinations require a visa obtained from an embassy or consulate before travel, including 29 Schengen countries, all covered by a single Schengen visa. For example: Afghanistan, Argentina and France (90 days per 180-day period). 43 of 79 verified against the destination's official list.

A visa must be obtained from an embassy or consulate before travelling.

Insurance requiredSchengen visa: medical insurance is part of the file

29 destinations on this list are in the Schengen area. For their visa, the Visa Code requires insurance covering at least €30,000 of medical expenses, valid in every Schengen state for the whole stay. Any compliant insurer is accepted; AXA Schengen is one. Only the consulate decides whether the certificate is acceptable.

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What changed in 2026

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Coming up: announced entry rules

Kazakhstan: QazETA electronic travel authorisationMandatory from 1 July 2027
Free for visa-exempt travellers, to be requested in the QazETA app at least 72 hours before entry (Government Decree No. 890 of 10 October 2026). Checks start on 1 November 2026. Official app guide

Recorded changes

Latest recorded change on October 28, 2026.

Djibouticurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedvisa on arrival → e-visaOctober 28, 2026
Solomon Islandscurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedvisa on arrival → e-visaOctober 28, 2026
Rwandacurrent regime: visa on arrivalShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedvisa-free → visa on arrivalOctober 28, 2026
Jamaicacurrent regime: consular visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedvisa-free → consular visaOctober 28, 2026
Nicaraguacurrent regime: consular visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatede-visa → consular visaOctober 28, 2026
Turkmenistancurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedconsular visa → e-visaOctober 22, 2026

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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology

This information is checked regularly but can change: always confirm with official sources before booking. Each destination page details up-to-date documents, fees and processing times.

Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Maldives passport holders visit visa-free in 2026?▾

In 2026, Maldives passport holders can enter 50 destinations visa-free. Counting the 69 destinations reachable with a visa on arrival or an e-visa, 119 of the 198 destinations documented by IziVisas are easy to access.

Do citizens of the Maldives need a visa for Indonesia?▾

A visa is required for Indonesia, and citizens of the Maldives can obtain it on arrival, for stays up to 30 days.

Do citizens of the Maldives need a visa for Armenia?▾

Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of the Maldives apply online before departure, for stays up to 120 days.

Do citizens of the Maldives need a visa for Afghanistan?▾

Yes, a visa is required: citizens of the Maldives apply at the embassy or consulate before departure.

How do you get a visa for destinations that require one?▾

For an e-visa, you apply online before departure. For a consular visa, the application is filed at the destination’s embassy or consulate. Each destination page here details the documents, fees and processing times, and an online provider such as iVisa can simplify the process.

How many destinations require a consular visa for Maldives citizens?▾

79 destinations require a consular visa for Maldives citizens: the visa must be obtained before departure from an embassy or consulate.

Does the passport ranking for Maldives change?▾

Yes. Visa exemptions evolve with bilateral agreements and migration-policy changes: the number of visa-free destinations can go up or down. IziVisas re-checks its data regularly and this page is refreshed daily.

Which European countries can Maldives passport holders visit without a visa?▾

Visa-free: Ireland, Kosovo and Russia. With a visa on arrival or an e-visa: Albania, Georgia, Moldova, Ukraine and United Kingdom. The others require a consular visa.

Which Asian countries can Maldives passport holders visit without a visa?▾

Visa-free: Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Pakistan and 5 more. With a visa on arrival or an e-visa: Armenia, Bahrain, Bhutan, East Timor, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Laos, Macau, Myanmar, Nepal and 8 more. The others require a consular visa.