Maldivian visa for South Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South Korean 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 South Korean citizens to enter Maldives for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Maldives e-visa for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Maldives visa on arrival for South Korean citizens | Eligible | |
Maldives tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Korean 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 South Korea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Maldives nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of in Tokyo, ~ 1079.94 kilometers (671.04 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 50 minutes).
- Beijing: The Embassy of in Beijing, ~ 1087.45 kilometers (675.71 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 20 minutes).
Maldives visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Maldives diplomatic mission offices to South Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Korea traveling to Maldives from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 44,395 | N/A |
| 2009 | 42,640 | -3.95% |
| 2010 | 51,480 | 20.73% |
| 2011 | 60,515 | 17.55% |
| 2012 | 62,270 | 2.90% |
| 2013 | 73,125 | 17.43% |
| 2014 | 78,325 | 7.11% |
| 2015 | 80,210 | 2.41% |
| 2016 | 83,590 | 4.21% |
| 2017 | 90,350 | 8.09% |
| 2018 | 96,460 | 6.76% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Maldives & South Korea comparison
Maldives's area is approximately 300 km2 (115 sq mi), while the area of South Korea is approximately 97,230 km2 (37,540 sq mi). This means South Korea is 324.10 times bigger than Maldives.
As of October 2025, Maldives's population is ~589463 people - 50,910,433 fewer people than the population of South Korea.
We have highlighted Maldives & South Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Maldives | South Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 589,463 | 51,499,896 | 50.9 million fewer people live in Maldives than South Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 25 | 183 | Maldives has 158 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 55 | 138 | Maldives passport holders visit 83 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 20 | 129 | Maldivian hosts 109 fewer foreign missions than South Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Korea travel to Maldives in one year?
The number of visitors from South Korea visiting Maldives in 2018 was approximately 96,460.
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