Living in Maldives
Asia — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Male
Currency
MVR
Continent
Asia
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Maldives.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Maldives
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| India | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| China | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Pakistan | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Bangladesh | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| United States | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| United Kingdom | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Germany | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| France | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Spain | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Australia | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
Detailed visa guides for Maldives
Monthly costs
Male
Rent (center)
800 USD/mo
Groceries
400 USD/mo
Transport
50 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,350 USD/mo
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Work permits
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Work Visa
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Employer-sponsored, quota allocation required
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
0% – 15%
Social Security (Employee)
0.07%
Annual thresholds in MVR. Tourism-dominated economy.
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Insurance
SafetyWing
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Airalo
Maldives eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
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