Norwegian visa for Maldivian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Maldivian passport holders visiting Norway for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Maldivian citizens to enter Norway for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Norway e-visa for Maldivian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Norway visa on arrival for Maldivian citizens | Not Available | |
Norway tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Maldivian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Norway.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Norway.
If you are looking for Norway visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Maldives, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Norway nearest your place of residence.
- Chennai: The Honorary Consulate of in Chennai, ~ 1745.87 kilometers (1084.83 mi) away from Male, Maldives. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 47 minutes).
- Mumbai: The Honorary Consulate of in Mumbai, ~ 2198.78 kilometers (1366.26 mi) away from Male, Maldives. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 47 minutes).
Norway visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Norway diplomatic mission offices to Maldives for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Maldives traveling to Norway from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Maldives) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 478 | N/A |
| 2009 | 478 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 524 | 9.62% |
| 2011 | 546 | 4.20% |
| 2012 | 499 | -8.61% |
| 2013 | 526 | 5.41% |
| 2014 | 534 | 1.52% |
| 2015 | 590 | 10.49% |
| 2016 | 656 | 11.19% |
| 2017 | 688 | 4.88% |
| 2018 | 626 | -9.01% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Norway & Maldives comparison
Norway's area is approximately 365,268 km2 (141,030 sq mi), while the area of Maldives is approximately 300 km2 (115 sq mi). This means Maldives is 1217.56 times smaller than Norway.
As of October 2025, Norway's population is ~5.6 million people - 5,045,917 more people than the population of Maldives.
We have highlighted Norway & Maldives’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Norway | Maldives | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,635,380 | 589,463 | 5.0 million more people live in Norway than Maldives |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 99 | 25 | Norway has 74 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Maldives. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 143 | 55 | Norway passport holders can visit 88 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 209 | 20 | Norwegian hosts 189 more foreign missions than Maldives. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Maldives travel to Norway in one year?
The number of visitors from Maldives visiting Norway in 2018 was approximately 626.
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- Oslo to Male: 8881.72 km (5518.84 mi)
- Travel time: 18 hours 30 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025