Maldivan Passport: Visa-Free Countries

As of October 2026, Maldivan passport holders can visit 53 countries visa-free, plus 66 with e-visa or visa on arrival.

The Maldivan passport is ranked #101 of 193 worldwide by visa-free access. See the full passport rankings.

The Maldives passport allows holders access to 53 countries without a visa. In 55 countries, an e-visa can be obtained. In 11 countries, a visa can be secured upon arrival. Visas are required for entry into 73 countries.

The Maldives is a small island nation in South Asia, with a population of around 515,000 people. The majority of the population is concentrated in Malé, the capital city. The Maldivian passport is issued to citizens of the Maldives for international travel.

The Maldives passport has seen an increase in its visa-free access over the years, allowing its citizens to travel more freely. Despite its small size, the Maldives has a growing economy and a strong tourism industry.

Some destinations that require a visa for Maldivan passport holders accept a valid US, UK, Canadian or Schengen visa or residence permit instead. Check which ones in our guide to traveling with a residence permit.

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Nearby countries

The nearest visa free countries to visit for Maldivan passport holders are India, Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan and Bangladesh.

Visa free countries

So, where can Maldivans travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where Maldives citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

Americas

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda (6 months)
🇧🇸 Bahamas (3 months)
🇧🇧 Barbados (6 months)
🇧🇿 Belize (N/A)
🇨🇷 Costa Rica (90 days)
🇩🇲 Dominica (6 months)
🇪🇨 Ecuador (90 days)
🇬🇩 Grenada (3 months)
🇬🇾 Guyana (N/A)
🇭🇹 Haiti (90 days)
🇯🇲 Jamaica (90 days)
🇵🇦 Panama (180 days)
🇱🇨 Saint Lucia (6 months)
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (3 months)
🇸🇷 Suriname (90 days)
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago (N/A)
🇻🇪 Venezuela (90 days)

Asia

🇦🇿 Azerbaijan (90 days)
🇧🇩 Bangladesh (3 months)
🇧🇳 Brunei (14 days)
🇰🇭 Cambodia (30 days)
🇨🇳 China (30 days)
🇮🇳 India (90 days)
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan (30 days)
🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan (30 days)
🇲🇾 Malaysia (90 days)
🇲🇳 Mongolia (30 days)
🇵🇰 Pakistan (3 months)
🇵🇭 Philippines (30 days)
🇶🇦 Qatar (30 days)
🇸🇬 Singapore (30 days)
🇹🇯 Tajikistan (30 days / 60 days)
🇹🇭 Thailand (60 days)
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates (90 days)

Africa

🇧🇼 Botswana (90 days)
🇸🇿 Eswatini (30 days)
🇬🇲 Gambia (90 days)
🇬🇭 Ghana (30 days)
🇱🇸 Lesotho (90 days)
🇲🇼 Malawi (30 days)
🇲🇺 Mauritius (90 days)
🇲🇦 Morocco (30 days)
🇷🇼 Rwanda (30 days)
🇿🇦 South Africa (30 days)
🇹🇳 Tunisia (90 days)
🇿🇲 Zambia (90 days)
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe (3 months)

Oceania

🇫🇯 Fiji (4 months)
🇰🇮 Kiribati (90 days)
🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)
🇻🇺 Vanuatu (120 days)

Europe

🇮🇪 Ireland (90 days)
🇷🇺 Russia (90 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Maldivan passport holders visit without a visa?

Maldivan passport holders can visit 53 countries visa-free, plus 66 countries with e-visa or visa on arrival, as of October 2026.

Which countries are visa-free for Maldivan passport holders?

Maldivan passport holders can travel visa-free to India, Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Bangladesh, Mauritius, United Arab Emirates, and 45 more countries.

What are the visa requirements for Maldives citizens?

Of the destinations tracked for Maldives, 53 are visa-free, 55 can be visited with an e-visa and 11 with a visa on arrival, while 73 require a visa, as of October 2026.