Palauan visa for Maldivian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Maldivian passport holders visiting Palau 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 Palau for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Palau e-visa for Maldivian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Palau visa on arrival for Maldivian citizens | Eligible | |
Palau tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Maldivian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Palau.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Palau.
If you are looking for Palau 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 Palau nearest your place of residence.
- New Delhi: The Honorary Consulate General of in New Delhi, ~ 3296.72 kilometers (2048.49 mi) away from Male, Maldives. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 39 minutes).
- Manila: The Embassy of in Manila, ~ 5568.26 kilometers (3459.96 mi) away from Male, Maldives. (Working hours: Close now).
Palau visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Palau diplomatic mission offices to Maldives for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Maldives traveling to Palau from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Maldives) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 9 | N/A |
| 2009 | 8 | -11.11% |
| 2010 | 9 | 12.50% |
| 2011 | 12 | 33.33% |
| 2012 | 13 | 8.33% |
| 2013 | 12 | -7.69% |
| 2014 | 15 | 25.00% |
| 2015 | 18 | 20.00% |
| 2016 | 15 | -16.67% |
| 2017 | 14 | -6.67% |
| 2018 | 12 | -14.29% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Palau & Maldives comparison
Palau's area is approximately 460 km2 (177 sq mi), while the area of Maldives is approximately 300 km2 (115 sq mi). This means Maldives is 53.33% smaller than Palau.
As of October 2025, Palau's population is ~18528 people - 570,935 fewer people than the population of Maldives.
We have highlighted Palau & Maldives’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Palau | Maldives | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 18,528 | 589,463 | 570935 fewer people live in Palau than Maldives |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 8 | 25 | Palau has 17 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Maldives. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 82 | 55 | Palau passport holders can visit 27 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 9 | 20 | Palauan hosts 11 fewer foreign missions than Maldives. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Maldives travel to Palau in one year?
The number of visitors from Maldives visiting Palau in 2018 was approximately 12.
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- Travel time: 12 hours 58 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025