The Maldives is a tropical island nation in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Sri Lanka and India.
Malé is the capital city and the main administrative and commercial centre of the country.
The Maldives is famous for white sandy beaches, turquoise lagoons, luxury resorts, overwater villas, coral reefs, marine life and romantic getaways.
A stay of 5–15 days is ideal for many visitors. A shorter trip can focus on one island or resort, while a longer holiday allows time to explore multiple islands and enjoy more activities.
Tourists of all nationalities are eligible for a free 30-day visa on arrival in the Maldives, subject to meeting the applicable immigration requirements.
Visitors generally need a valid machine-readable passport with at least one month of validity, a confirmed return or onward ticket, accommodation booking and a completed Traveller Declaration. Additional requirements may apply depending on the traveller’s circumstances
