Get your Maldives Health Declaration Online Now!

Last updated: August 2023

Thinking of traveling to the Maldives for a holiday, honeymoon, business, or another purpose? Whatever the reason is, the Maldives is certainly a once-in-a-lifetime destination, offering gorgeous beaches, non-stop sunshine, and an unforgettable experience. And what is a better opportunity to travel to the Maldives than now, when travel is at an all-time low?

The Maldives re-opened to all travelers in January 2022. But before you pack your bags, apply for your visas and required travel documents online through iVisa, such as the Maldives Traveller Declaration, in order to make your trip as stress-free as possible.

On this page, you’ll find more information about:

• What is the Maldives Traveller Declaration?
• Who needs to fill out the Traveller Declaration for the Maldives
• When to fill out the Maldives Traveller Declaration
• How to obtain the Maldives Traveller Declaration
• How long the Traveller Declaration form for the Maldives is valid
• Other entry requirements for the Maldives
• Vaccination & testing requirements for COVID-19 to enter the Maldives
• Frequently asked questions about the Maldives Traveler Declaration

Whether you’re going on a holiday or are visiting the Maldives for business or other purposes, iVisa is here to guide you and help with your travel plans, your trip starts here.

What is the Maldives Traveller Declaration Form?

The Maldives Traveller Declaration is a self-declaration form you need to obtain before arriving in the Maldives.

The government implemented this measure to make the traveler experience easier by offering an online form. Forget about filling out paper forms and safe time at immigration!

Do I need a Traveller Declaration form to enter the Maldives?

Yes. The government requires that everyone who wishes to enter The Maldives submit this document prior to arrival at the airport, both residents and non-residents of The Maldives.

When do I need to get the Traveller Declaration, and how long is it valid?

The Traveller Declaration is a required travel document by the Maldives Immigration Services. This Traveller Declaration must be filled in and submitted within 96 hours prior to your departure date.

If you are planning to travel to the Maldives, you must bring the Maldives Traveller Declaration and QR-code with you. The Traveller Declaration is a Single entry document, you need to complete the form each time you visit the Maldives to show it to the Maldives Immigration office.

This applies to tourists, visa holders, and Maldivians. Please note that this does not replace a visa for the country.

If your nationality requires a visa, the authorities will still ask for your visa when visiting the Maldives.

How to obtain the Traveller Declaration to enter the Maldives

To make your dreams of basking in this tropical paradise a reality, you need to submit some information to get your Traveller Declaration before traveling. To get your declaration for your trip to the Maldives, simply follow the iVisaonline application process and provide the necessary information.

Documents needed to obtain the Traveller Declaration for the Maldives

• Passport number
• Information about your personal health status and trip itinerary
• Your contact details
• A recent passport photo of yourself

The process of obtaining the Traveller Declaration takes just a few minutes. Once you're done, we’ll send you your completed documents by email. On the declaration, you'll find a QR code. We suggest you download this QR code on your phone for easy entry to the Maldives.

Keep both printed and digital forms ready to show before boarding your flight at the airport and on arrival at the Maldives immigration, together with your passport.

Do I need a Traveller Declaration if I’m transiting through the Maldives?

Yes, all arriving, departing, and transiting passengers via airports and seaports are required to complete the Traveller Declaration within 96 hours until their flight time.

How to apply with iVisa online

Get your Maldives Traveller Declaration in three easy steps:

• First, read all the information and fill out your details. Then, choose the processing time you prefer.
• Second, double-check and verify your information and pay the iVisa service fee (see below for fee information).
• Third, attach any documents required and click on the submit button to submit the application form.

Read all info carefully and double-check the spelling. If you make any mistakes and have already submitted the online form, it may be difficult for us to amend this. Once you receive your completed Maldives Traveller Declaration, you’ll also obtain a QR code via email.

Pricing and processing times to obtain your Maldives Traveller Form

We at iVisa can help you obtain and submit your Traveller Declaration for the Maldives before departure. There are three options of payment and processing time to choose from.

Depending on how fast you need the document or your budget available, we have an option for each traveler's needs:

• Standard Processing Time: This option takes max. 24 hours and costs USD $24.99. Perfect for travelers whose arrival date is quite far in the future.
• Rush Processing Time: You will receive your Traveller Declaration faster than the standard option, in just 8 hours for USD $33.99.
• Super Rush Processing Time: If you need the document urgently prior to travel, you can use this express option, which will take just 4 hours for a fee of USD $49.99.

I’m traveling with children, do they need a Traveller Declaration as well?

Yes, children also need to submit a Traveller Declaration to visit the Maldives. This requirement by the Maldives immigration is necessary for any foreign traveler, regardless of their age. If you have any questions or doubts, you can contact us here, we’re happy to help.

Other entry requirements for the Maldives

Travelers must adhere to various mandatory entry requirements before their arrival time in the Maldives, besides obtaining the Traveller Declaration. These regulations can differ between travelers and tourists.

Vaccination and COVID-19 regulations in the Maldives

The Maldives government health department has revised its process to welcome travelers into the area recently. The COVID-19 rules for both tourists and residents visiting the Maldives are as follows:

• COVID-19 PCR testing requirements: There are no testing requirements.
• Proof of vaccination status for COVID-19: You are no longer required to show proof of your fully vaccinated status for COVID-19 to visit the Maldives.
• Quarantine in the Maldives: Travel-related quarantine is no longer required.
• Other regulations for COVID-19: Prior to and upon arrival, passengers and visitors are advised to keep physical distance in enclosed public spaces and contact with others to a minimum, wear facemasks in health facilities and outbreak areas, and take an antigen test when they are experiencing respiratory symptoms.

Visa requirements for the Maldives

A tourist visa is granted for all nationalities on arrival in the Maldives. As such, if you are traveling to the Maldives as a tourist, you do not need to get a pre-approval.

However, the Maldives immigration asks all travelers to go through the process of submitting the basic entry requirements to get immigration clearance before their arrival date at the airport, such as:

1. A passport or a travel document with Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) with at least 1 month's validity.
2. A pre-paid confirmed booking for accommodation with a registered tourist facility.
3. Sufficient funds to last for the intended period of stay in the Maldives.
4. Confirmed departure tickets to your home country or your country of residence (not applicable for resident permit holders).
5. The passenger must be a visa holder for their onward destination.
6. Traveller Declaration submitted by everyone traveling to and from the Maldives, within 96 hours until departure time.
7. Proof of Yellow Fever Vaccination, if applicable.

A tourist visa is typically granted for 30 days. If you are arriving in the Maldives for other reasons than tourism, such as business or education, please go through the right processes to obtain the correct visa.

Who can I speak to if I have more questions?

If you need to talk to one of our experts about your application or the travel document, we have a customer service team that can be contacted 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. Or you can contact us via email at help@iVisa.

We are here to help, so don’t hesitate to reach out with all your questions about The Maldives Traveller Declaration!