Maldives visa on arrival for citizens of Senegal: conditions and fees 2026
A visa is required for the Maldives, and citizens of Senegal can obtain it on arrival.
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Mandatory arrival form: Traveller Declaration (IMUGA). Within 96 hours before arrival. Free: beware of websites that charge for it.
Fill it in on the official website (imuga.immigration.gov.mv)
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On arrival
Our guide to the Maldives visa from Senegal
Free visa on arrival, but a yellow-fever certificate is mandatory
The Maldives grant a free 30-day visa on arrival to all nationalities, Senegalese included. The visa is not the obstacle, but one health requirement is essential for travellers departing Senegal.
The free visa on arrival
No prior visa step: it is issued free for 30 days on arrival (extendable to 90 days). However, every traveller must complete the online “Traveller Declaration” on the official IMUGA portal within 96 hours before arrival.
How much does a visa for the Maldives cost from Senegal?
The official fee for a visa for the Maldives is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for the Maldives really cost?
The published fee is the government charge alone. Two or three other lines are added before the visa is in the passport, and they are what makes the final bill.
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
Paid to the state, non-refundable if the visa is refused.
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
Never compulsory. An intermediary fills the form for you, it does not change the decision or the processing time.
We only display amounts published by an official source. Confirm the total before paying anything.
What documents are required for a visa for the Maldives?
The exact list for the Maldives is not published in a source we can verify. Every short-stay tourist application is nonetheless built on the same core:
- Valid passport
- Completed application form
- Compliant passport photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
Treat this as the common core, not the official list, confirm it with the consular authorities of the Maldives before you apply.
⚠️ Yellow fever: mandatory for Senegalese travellers
The Maldives require a yellow-fever vaccination certificate for any traveller (aged 9 months and over) arriving from a risk country. As Senegal is endemic, a Senegalese arriving directly from Dakar must present a valid certificate. Without it, boarding or entry may be refused.
Documents to present
Valid passport (at least 1 month, 6 months recommended), a confirmed return/onward ticket, prepaid accommodation booking at a registered facility (resort, hotel, guesthouse) and sufficient funds.
Documents to prepare
To enter the Maldives with a visa on arrival, travelers must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond the planned date of entry. A return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds for the stay are also required. Travel insurance covering health and liability is recommended.
How to apply for a visa for the Maldives from Senegal
- 1Check before departure that your entry point actually issues the visa on arrival.
- 2Prepare the supporting documents and the fee, often required in cash.
- 3Complete the form at the dedicated counter after landing.
- 4Pay the fee and collect the sticker before immigration control.
Where do you apply for a visa for the Maldives from Senegal?
A visa on arrival for the Maldives is issued at the border post itself, at a counter placed before immigration control.
- Not every crossing issues it. Confirm that your specific airport or land border does before you book.
- The counter is reached after landing and before immigration. Follow the visa signs rather than the exit.
- The fee is usually paid on the spot, sometimes in cash and in a specific currency. Card is not guaranteed.
You live in Senegal on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Senegal but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
Pick your nationality to see the rule
How long does a visa for the Maldives take?
A visa on arrival is issued at the counter of the entry point when you cross the border: there is no processing time to plan for before departure.
Before you fly, and at the border
- Passport validity: most countries require the passport to stay valid beyond the return date, and the margin required differs from one destination to the next. Check it on the official source, and count from your return, not from your departure.
- A visa is not a right of entry. The border officer decides, and may ask for a return ticket, an address or proof of funds even when everything is in order.
- Conditional exemptions exist: several countries waive the visa for holders of a valid visa or residence permit from a third country. This depends on the destination and on the document, and we do not publish that rule when our sources do not carry it. The official page does.
- Minors travelling alone or with one parent are often asked for extra papers, typically a parental authorisation and the family record. Ask the post before booking.
- Overstaying is not a formality. It exposes you to a fine, to removal, and to an entry ban that can outlast the trip by years, including for the whole area when the destination belongs to one.
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Other visa types for Maldives
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on July 22, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
Visa on arrival
Entry regime
Visa on arrival
Price
Free
Official websiteVerified
Business visa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Price
750 MVR
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Work visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
750 MVR
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Family Reunification
Family reunification
Duration
1 year
Price
800 MVR
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Processing time
20 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips for Extending Your Stay in the Maldives
- Submit your Travel Declaration via the IMUGA portal at least 4 days before your arrival.
- Ensure you have medical insurance covering planned activities, including water sports or adventures.
- Always keep proof of sufficient funds and an exit ticket.
- Contact the Maldives embassy in Senegal for any specific questions or updates.
A Senegalese traveler arrives in the Maldives with a valid passport, confirmed hotel reservation, and a return ticket. He submits his declaration via IMUGA 3 days before the flight, obtains a free 30-day visa on arrival, then applies for a 60-day extension with local authorities, providing the required documents and paying the fees.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to the Maldives from Senegal?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Senegal directly at the border of the Maldives.
How much does a tourist visa for the Maldives cost?▾
The application is free: there are no official fees. Service fees may apply when using a provider.
How long does it take to get a visa for the Maldives?▾
A visa on arrival is issued at the counter of the entry point when you cross the border: there is no processing time to plan for.
How do you apply for a visa for the Maldives from Senegal?▾
The visa is issued at the dedicated counter after landing. Before departure, check that your entry point actually issues it, and bring the fee, often in cash, along with your supporting documents.
What other visa types exist for the Maldives?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, the Maldives offers among others: Business visa, Work visa, Student visa, Family Reunification.
Data verified on 28/10/2026 · Our methodology
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