Yes, a visa is required to travel from Ireland to Maldives.
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Do I need a visa for Maldives from Ireland?
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Irish nationals do not need a visa before departure for the Maldives: a tourist visa is granted on arrival, valid for 30 days.
An Irish citizen travelling to the Maldives receives a free tourist visa on arrival, with no prior consular step. You do, however, need to complete the IMUGA online Traveller Declaration in the days before the flight. The visa on arrival covers a standard tourist stay.
Do you need a visa?
No visa needs to be obtained in advance: Irish travellers receive a tourist visa on arrival, usually valid for 30 days. It is granted to all visitors who present the required supporting documents at Maldivian immigration.
How and where to apply
The visa is stamped at the immigration counter at Velana International Airport (Malé), with no prior application. You must, however, submit the IMUGA online Traveller Declaration at imuga.immigration.gov.mv, generally within 96 hours before arrival and again before departure.
Documents and fees
Present a passport valid for at least 6 months, a return or onward ticket, a confirmed accommodation booking (hotel or registered guesthouse) and sufficient funds. The tourist visa on arrival is issued with no prior paid application; check any applicable charge on the official portal.
Processing and tips
Complete the IMUGA declaration ahead of time to smooth immigration on both arrival and departure. Make sure you have a confirmed accommodation booking, as it is frequently checked. An onward ticket within 30 days helps the visa be granted.
Common mistakes
The most common mistake is forgetting the IMUGA declaration, which is mandatory even though the visa is issued on arrival. Also avoid a passport with under 6 months of validity, and keep proof of accommodation to hand, or entry may be delayed.
Official sources
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
Essential Maldives information
The Maldives is an archipelagic state in the Indian Ocean consisting of 26 atolls and over 1,000 coral islands. It is an Islamic republic heavily reliant on tourism and fishing. Threatened by rising sea levels, the country works to preserve its islands.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Maldives from Ireland?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Ireland directly at the Maldives border (allowed duration: 90 days).
How long can you stay in Maldives?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 90 days.
What other visa types exist for Maldives?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Maldives offers among others: Work visa, Student visa, Business visa, Family Reunification.
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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