Maldivian visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. 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 U.S. citizens to enter Maldives for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Maldives e-visa for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Maldives visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
Maldives tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. 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 United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Maldives nearest your place of residence.
- London: The High Commission of in London, ~ 5895.48 kilometers (3663.28 mi) away from Washington D.C., United States. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 34 minutes).
- Brussels: The Consulate General of in Brussels, ~ 6218.36 kilometers (3863.91 mi) away from Washington D.C., United States. (Working hours: Close now).
Maldives visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Maldives diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Maldives from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 41,184 | N/A |
| 2009 | 43,759 | 6.25% |
| 2010 | 44,188 | 0.98% |
| 2011 | 14,490 | -67.21% |
| 2012 | 16,049 | 10.76% |
| 2013 | 20,034 | 24.83% |
| 2014 | 25,641 | 27.99% |
| 2015 | 29,308 | 14.30% |
| 2016 | 32,589 | 11.19% |
| 2017 | 39,180 | 20.22% |
| 2018 | 42,901 | 9.50% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Maldives & United States comparison
Maldives's area is approximately 300 km2 (115 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 30491.40 times bigger than Maldives.
As of October 2025, Maldives's population is ~589463 people - 340,177,766 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Maldives & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Maldives | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 589,463 | 340,767,229 | 340.2 million fewer people live in Maldives than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 25 | 273 | Maldives has 248 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 55 | 134 | Maldives passport holders visit 79 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 20 | 1147 | Maldivian hosts 1127 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Maldives in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Maldives in 2018 was approximately 42,901.
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