Maldivian visa for Lesotho citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lesotho passport holders visiting Maldives for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lesotho citizens to enter Maldives for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Maldives e-visa for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Maldives visa on arrival for Lesotho citizens | Eligible | |
Maldives tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lesotho passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Maldives.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Maldives.
If you are looking for Maldives visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Lesotho, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Maldives nearest your place of residence.
- Cape Town: The Consulate General of in Cape Town, ~ 1042.83 kilometers (647.98 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 17 minutes).
- Jeddah: The Consulate General of in Jeddah, ~ 5801.48 kilometers (3604.87 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now).
Maldives visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Maldives diplomatic mission offices to Lesotho for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Lesotho traveling to Maldives from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Lesotho) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 75 | N/A |
| 2009 | 72 | -4.00% |
| 2010 | 87 | 20.83% |
| 2011 | 102 | 17.24% |
| 2012 | 105 | 2.94% |
| 2013 | 124 | 18.10% |
| 2014 | 133 | 7.26% |
| 2015 | 136 | 2.26% |
| 2016 | 141 | 3.68% |
| 2017 | 153 | 8.51% |
| 2018 | 163 | 6.54% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Maldives & Lesotho comparison
Maldives's area is approximately 300 km2 (115 sq mi), while the area of Lesotho is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi). This means Lesotho is 101.20 times bigger than Maldives.
As of October 2025, Maldives's population is ~589463 people - 1,638,475 fewer people than the population of Lesotho.
We have highlighted Maldives & Lesotho’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Maldives | Lesotho | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 589,463 | 2,227,938 | 1.6 million fewer people live in Maldives than Lesotho |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 25 | 14 | Maldives has 11 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Lesotho. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 55 | 48 | Maldives passport holders can visit 7 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 20 | 7 | Maldivian hosts 13 more foreign missions than Lesotho. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Lesotho travel to Maldives in one year?
The number of visitors from Lesotho visiting Maldives in 2018 was approximately 163.
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| Wind | 6.17 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 10:17 AM | |
Useful Information
- Male to Maseru: 5311.10 km (3300.17 mi)
- Travel time: 11 hours 3 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025