Maldives visa on arrival for citizens of Tunisia: conditions and fees 2026
A visa is required for the Maldives, and citizens of Tunisia 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 Tunisia
Holders of a Tunisian passport obtain a visa on arrival in the Maldives. The process takes place at the border or airport counter, where travellers present the required documents and follow the payment instructions provided by the authorities.
The verified entry regime for travellers holding a Tunisian passport is a visa on arrival in the Maldives. The associated stay duration is 90 days. Before travelling, check the official portal or the relevant embassy for current entry rules, document requirements and any applicable fees.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Travellers holding a Tunisian passport must obtain a visa on arrival in the Maldives. Under the verified regime, this is not described as a visa application to complete in advance. The visa is handled at the point of entry, including the border control counter or airport.
How much does a visa for the Maldives cost from Tunisia?
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?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
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.
Documents and fees
The available information does not specify the exact documents to present or any applicable fees. Consult the official portal or the relevant embassy before departure for the current list. If payment is requested on arrival, consider carrying cash in exact change where practical, in line with officially confirmed arrangements.
How to apply for a visa for the Maldives from Tunisia
- 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.
How to apply
On arrival in the Maldives, go to the designated immigration or border control counter. Follow the authorities’ instructions for the visa-on-arrival process, document presentation and any payment formalities. Check the official portal or the relevant embassy before departure to confirm the current requirements.
Where do you apply for a visa for the Maldives from Tunisia?
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 Tunisia on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Tunisia 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.
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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.
Processing times and tips
No processing time is provided in the available information, as the visa is issued on arrival. The associated stay duration is 90 days. Keep your travel documents readily available at border control and check official entry conditions shortly before departure, as requirements can change.
Before you fly, and at the border
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Common mistakes
A common mistake is confusing a visa on arrival with visa-free entry or with a visa obtained before travel. Do not assume document requirements, fees or payment methods from unofficial sources. Review the official portal or contact the relevant embassy before travelling to the Maldives.
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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 September 11, 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
- Apply for a visa extension before the initial visa expires to avoid complications.
- Keep all proof of stay and funds to facilitate the extension process.
- Obtain suitable health insurance covering Maldives-specific risks.
- Fill out the IMUGA traveler declaration online within 96 hours before your flight.
A Tunisian traveler arrives in the Maldives with a valid passport, a return ticket, hotel reservation, and proof of funds. They receive a free 30-day tourist visa upon arrival. Before this period ends, they apply for a 30-day extension by providing the required documents and paying any applicable fees, allowing them to stay a total of 60 days.
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