Institutional Profile
At Maldives Immigration, our mission is clear: to safeguard national security while providing quality, convenient, and professional immigration services. We are committed to facilitating legitimate travel, proactively detecting immigration-related crimes, and ensuring Maldivian citizens have a trustworthy international travel identity.
Integrity
We act within the boundaries of the relevant national and international laws, and uphold our responsibilities as Immigration Officers. We carry out our duties with honesty and hold our moral principles high.
Expertise
We continuously work to further our knowledge in order to enhance our services for our stakeholders. We apply our training and understanding for the benefit of our customers, and the local and international community.
Accountability
We ensure transparency and accountability to our stakeholders. We act in a way which is in line with the relevant laws and regulations, accepting that our actions are open to scrutiny.
Vigilance
We pledge to safeguard our borders. We strive to detect, deter and prosecute all immigration-related crimes and assist victims to the best of our ability.
Empathy
We show understanding and compassion towards each individual, no matter their background or circumstances.
OUR LATEST STORIES
New Facial Recognition System to Streamline the Identification of Undocumented Foreign Workers
10 November 2025
A New Era of Change with the Introduction of the e-Visa Service
10 November 2025
Launching Three New Campaigns for Service Enhancement: Serve with a Smile, Integrity First, and Uphold Humanity
21 August 2025
Operation Hamamagu’: One of the Year’s Largest Immigration Raids Carried Out in Addu City Today
25 June 2025
Raid Operation in R. Dhuvaafaru Results in Detention of 51 Illegal Expatriates
24 April 2025
President’s Vision to Expand Immigration Services in Ha. Atoll: Agreement Signed for New Office
27 March 2025
Immigration Statistics
2025
Total Arrivals
Over 2 million total arrivals including tourists, business travelers, and other visitors, showcasing our efficient border management and welcoming approach.
Tourist Arrivals
Over 1.7 million tourists entered the Maldives with smoother, faster entry processes, ensuring a safe and welcoming start to their journey.
Illigal Immigrants Deported
Over 3,256 individuals were deported for violating immigration laws, reflecting our commitment to secure borders and lawful entry.
Ahmed Faseeh
Controller General of Immigration
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has appointed Commissioner of Police (Retd) Ahmed Faseeh as the Controller General of Immigration.
The appointment places Commissioner of Police (Retd) Ahmed Faseeh at the level of State Minister.
With an educational background from the FBI National Academy, Commissioner of Police (Retd) Ahmed Faseeh is a graduate of the FBI General Course of Instruction from the U.S. Department of Justice in Quantico, Virginia. Throughout his career, he has served the Maldives Police Service for many years and has also contributed as a member of the Police Board.
Commissioner of Police (Retd) Ahmed Faseeh brings extensive experience in law enforcement and border security to his role as Controller General of Immigration. His leadership and expertise in security operations will be instrumental in advancing the mission of Maldives Immigration.
Under his guidance, the department continues to enhance its capabilities in providing quality immigration services while maintaining the highest standards of border security and national protection.