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IMUGA — Maldives Traveller Declaration

Complete your Maldives digital arrival declaration in 3 easy steps

Non-affiliation notice: NomadicMart is an independent commercial travel facilitation service and is NOT affiliated with the Government of Maldives. Official government applications may be submitted directly via imuga.immigration.gov.mv at no intermediary concierge charge.

IMUGA — Maldives Traveller Declaration— Official Filing Window & Rules:Within 96 hours (4 calendar days) before arrival

Required for: All arriving travellers entering the Maldives by air, including foreign tourists, work/employment permit holders, dependents, business visitors, official/diplomatic travellers, conference delegates, sponsored visitors, airline/maritime crew, infants, and children.. Applying early? NomadicMart queues your declaration in advance and automatically submits it when the official window opens.

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Application Overview

Verified details for Maldives travel authorizations

Filing method100% Online

Standard speedWithin 24 hours

Starting total$29.00

DeliveryApproved PDF via Email

Support24/7 Human Concierge

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Validity

Within 96 hours (4 calendar days) before arrival

Filing Window

Within 96 hours (4 calendar days) before arrival

Processing Time

Instant – 24 hours

Direction

Arrival Only

Official Portal

imuga.immigration.gov.mv

Eligibility & Document Checker

Check Your Eligibility for Maldives

Select the country of your passport to view entry requirements, fees, and processing times.

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Digital Arrival Card Required

All inbound travelers to Maldives must submit the digital arrival declaration before border clearance.

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Document Checklist

Maldives Document Requirements

Prepare these items before starting your application. You can submit clear digital photos taken with your smartphone.

Requirement 01

Verified Email Address (confirmed via 6-digit OTP code with 10-minute validity)

Requirement 02

Purpose of Visit (Holiday, Employment, Dependent, Business, Official or Diplomatic, Conference, Sponsorship, Crew)

Requirement 03

Permit Number & Permit Expiry Date (Optional; displayed when Purpose is Employment, Dependent, or Business)

Requirement 04

Given Name & Surname (letters and spaces only, exactly as shown on passport)

Requirement 05

Gender (Male, Female, Other / '-') & Date of Birth (on or before today)

Requirement 06

MRZ Passport Number (strict alphanumeric, no spaces/hyphens) & Passport Expiry Date (minimum 1 month validity beyond arrival)

Streamlined Process

How It Works in 3 Simple Steps

We handle the complexity of international government portals so you can focus on your journey.

Fill Form Online

Submit your passport details, transport itinerary, and Maldives accommodation address via our mobile-friendly form.

Pay & Submit

Complete checkout with transparent all-inclusive pricing ($29); our queue engine files your card when the official window opens.

Receive via Email

Receive your official IMUGA digital confirmation and QR code PDF directly in your email inbox.

Transparent Pricing

All-Inclusive Maldives Processing Speeds

All fees included upfront. Government fee + NomadicMart concierge service. Zero surprise checkout charges.

Standard

Within 24 hours

Total: $29.00all fees & taxes included

Official government visa fee included
Full manual document pre-verification
24/7 real-time tracking & chat support
Free re-submission if immigration requests info

Select Standard

Rush

Within 4 hours

Total: $44.00all fees & taxes included

Official government visa fee included
Full manual document pre-verification
24/7 real-time tracking & chat support
Free re-submission if immigration requests info

Select Rush

Super-Rush

Within 1 hour

Total: $59.00all fees & taxes included

Official government visa fee included
Full manual document pre-verification
24/7 real-time tracking & chat support
Free re-submission if immigration requests info

Select Super-Rush

Why Travelers Choose Us

NomadicMart vs. Applying on Your Own

Compare applying directly through government portals against our full-service concierge experience.

Feature	NomadicMart Concierge	Government Portal Self-Apply
Price & Transparency	Transparent all-inclusive $29 filing fee with advance queuing months ahead	Free government portal with strict filing window and no concierge review
Processing Time	Automatic scheduled submission the moment the government window opens	Must remember to file manually within the pre-departure window
Support	24/7 dedicated human support via chat, WhatsApp, and email across all time zones	No live customer service available on the government portal
Error Handling	Specialist pre-check of passport MRZ, flight numbers, and address formatting	Typographical errors require re-submission at airport arrival kiosks
Refund Policy	Full service fee refund if your declaration cannot be submitted	Zero customer assistance for portal timeouts or formatting rejections

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions About Maldives

Clear answers on eligibility, processing times, validity, and entry requirements.

Is the Maldives IMUGA Traveller Declaration free of charge?

Yes. The official Maldives Immigration IMUGA Traveller Declaration is 100% free of charge (USD 0.00 / MVR 0.00).

When should I submit the Maldives IMUGA Traveller Declaration?

All arriving travellers must submit the declaration within 96 hours (4 calendar days) prior to their scheduled arrival flight time. The portal enforces this via 4 selectable arrival date cards in Maldives Time (UTC+5): Today (D), Tomorrow (D+1), Day After Tomorrow (D+2), and 3 Days from Today (D+3).

Do I still need to submit a separate IMUGA declaration when departing the Maldives?

No. Effective August 15, 2024, Maldives Immigration abolished the standalone outbound Departure Traveller Declaration. Only the Arrival Traveller Declaration is required, although it includes questions about your intended departure date, onward destination, and outbound customs declaration.

Do infants and children need their own IMUGA Traveller Declaration?

Yes. Every traveller—including infants and young children—must hold their own individual MRZ passport and have a separate Traveller Declaration submitted. You can chain up to 10 family members in a single session using the 'Add another traveller' button on the final step.

Can I select more than one resort, hotel, or liveaboard vessel if I am splitting my stay?

Yes. When 'Holiday' is selected as your Purpose of Visit, the Accommodation field is a searchable multi-select dropdown containing 1,672 licensed resorts, hotels, guesthouses, and liveaboard/safari vessels, allowing you to select multiple properties for a split stay.

Can I edit my IMUGA declaration after submitting it?

Yes. Upon submission, an edit token is sent to your verified email address. You can visit https://imuga.immigration.gov.mv/traveller/declaration/edit and enter your Edit Token and Passport Number to update your declaration details.

Can NomadicMart guarantee border admission into Maldives?

No commercial service or private agency can guarantee border admission into Maldives. Final entry permission rests exclusively with border control and immigration officers at your port of entry. NomadicMart is an independent private application concierge not affiliated with the Government of Maldives or imuga.immigration.gov.mv. We verify your declaration data and submit it accurately within the official filing window.