Yes, a visa is required to travel from Norway to Maldives.
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Do I need a visa for Maldives from Norway?
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Norwegian travellers receive a free tourist visa on arrival in the Maldives; however, a prior online declaration (IMUGA) is mandatory.
Norwegian nationals are granted a visa on arrival in the Maldives for a tourist stay, with no prior consular step. Even so, the Traveller Declaration must be completed on the official IMUGA portal before departure. The passport must be valid for at least six months after arrival.
Do you need a visa?
No visa to obtain in advance: a Norwegian citizen receives a free tourist visa on arrival at Malé airport. However, the online Traveller Declaration (IMUGA) is mandatory and must be validated before boarding.
How and where to apply
The Traveller Declaration is completed on the official imuga.immigration.gov.mv portal, within a window of a few days before the flight. The visa itself is stamped at the immigration counter on arrival; no consulate step is needed.
Documents and fees
Have ready a passport valid for six months, a confirmed hotel or resort booking, a return ticket and sufficient funds for the stay. The visa on arrival is in principle free; check the official portal for any applicable tax and up-to-date conditions.
Processing and tips
Complete IMUGA within the stated window before departure (generally 96 hours) to obtain the confirmation to present. Keep proof of your accommodation booking, often requested at immigration. Use only the official imuga.immigration.gov.mv site, as third-party sites charge for this free service.
Common mistakes
Frequent errors: assuming no formality is needed and skipping the IMUGA declaration, completing it too early outside the allowed window, or paying a third-party site for a normally free service. Check passport validity and keep the IMUGA confirmation to hand.
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 Norway?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Norway 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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