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Maldivian Passport

A Maldivian Passport can be issued to any Maldivian citizen who applies for a passport. If the applicant is under the age of 18, a passport can be issued at the request of either a parent or by a legal guardian.

Maldivian Passport

Maldivian Passport Requirements and Process

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Introduction

On 25 January 2016, the Republic of Maldives launched its second-generation electronic passport, featuring state-of-the-art security measures that rank it among the world's most secure biometric travel documents. Notably, the Maldives was the first SAARC member to roll out such an advanced e-passport. Any Maldivian citizen may apply for a passport. Minors under 18 must apply via a parent or legal guardian.

Passport & Travel Documents

Electronic Passport (e-passport)
BIOMETRIC

Electronic Passport (e-passport)

Citizens aged 10 to 65 years

The standard travel document for general use. Contains an embedded biometric chip to enhance security and facilitate international travel. Must be collected in person from any Maldives Immigration office.

32 / 48
Pages
5 years
Validity
Fee (MVR):

1,000 (32 pages) / 1,500 (48 pages)

Non-electronic Passport
SPECIAL

Non-electronic Passport

Specific categories only

Issued only to: Children below 10 years, applicants residing abroad unable to visit in person, applicants aged 65+ years, and those with permanent illness/disability or temporary medical conditions.

32
Pages
5 years
Validity
Fee (MVR):

1,000

Emergency Passport
EMERGENCY

Emergency Passport

Emergency medical cases only

For emergency medical cases where applicant cannot physically visit Immigration office. Requires doctor's letter via IMUGA portal. Valid for single trip only.

Emergency Hotline:

9555333

8
Pages
Single Journey
Validity
Fee (MVR):

1,000

Passport Card
CARD

Passport Card

Citizens aged 10 years and above

Enables the holder to use e-gate facilities at border control points. Recognized globally as a valid secondary form of identification.

Pages
5 years
Validity
Fee (MVR):

350

Diplomatic Passport
DIPLOMATIC

Diplomatic Passport

Diplomatic status holders

Issued under Dhivehi Passport Regulation (2017/R-83) and First Amendment (2023/R-164). Exclusive travel document providing privileges and immunities essential for effective representation in international relations.

32 / 48
Pages
5 years
Validity
Fee (MVR):

No fee (Government issued)

Official Passport
OFFICIAL

Official Passport

Government-related travel

Issued under Dhivehi Passport Regulation (2017/R-83) and First Amendment (2023/R-164). For individuals travelling abroad for official government purposes. Applications must be submitted through relevant government office.

32
Pages
5 years
Validity
Fee (MVR):

No fee (Government issued)