🇲🇻 Maldives · Family
Resident Visa — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €3 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.immigration.gov.mv/visa/resident.
Frequently asked
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Health insurance
“Health insurance (first-time applicants only) is required.”
https://www.immigration.gov.mv/visa/resident · verified 2026-06-23
Application fee
https://www.immigration.gov.mv/visa/resident · verified 2026-06-23
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.