Do citizens of Tanzania need a visa for Maldives? — Visa on arrival
Here's the current entry requirement for citizens of Tanzania travelling to Maldives for tourism — and what to sort out before you go.
Visa on arrival
You can travel to Maldives on a Tanzania passport, but you'll need to arrange an entry document — a visa on arrival, e-Visa or travel authorization — before or on arrival.
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What you need to enter
A visa is only part of the picture. Most destinations still ask for one or more of the things below — even when no visa is required. Here's what applies to this trip.
Visa on arrival
ConditionalYou can obtain a visa when you arrive — check the current fee and conditions first.
Requirements change and can vary by nationality and route. Always confirm the details with the official sources linked here before you travel — this is guidance, not official advice.
Visa cost indicative
Indicative figures compiled from third-party sources — not official, and not a fee charged by packset.travel. Always confirm the current fee on the official government site before you apply.
Good to know
- A tourist visa is granted on arrival to the Maldives to travellers of all nationalities; no pre-approval is required and no visa fee is charged. The standard tourist stay is 30 days.
- Entry conditions: a passport/travel document with a Machine Readable Zone valid for your stay, a complete travel itinerary with confirmed onward/return tickets, a prepaid confirmed booking at a registered facility (resort, hotel or guesthouse), and sufficient funds for the stay.
- All travellers must submit the IMUGA Traveller Declaration electronically before travel — it can be completed up to 96 hours (4 days) before arrival and is free of charge; a declaration is required for both arrival and departure.
- Important: effective 15 April 2025, entry to the Maldives is not granted on Israeli passports.
- Complete the Traveller Declaration only on the official IMUGA portal (imuga.immigration.gov.mv); beware of look-alike sites that charge a fee.
As a citizen of Tanzania you can travel to Maldives, but you'll need an entry document first — a visa on arrival, e-Visa or travel authorization depending on the route. Arrange it before you book non-refundable travel.
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Frequently asked questions
You can travel to Maldives on a Tanzania passport, but you'll need to arrange an entry document — a visa on arrival, e-Visa or travel authorization — before or on arrival.
On the current rules you can stay in Maldives for up to 30 days per visit for tourism. Always confirm the exact allowance for your nationality and purpose.
At a minimum, a passport valid for your stay and, where required, the relevant visa or travel authorization. Maldives may also check onward tickets, accommodation and sufficient funds.
Indicative costs for Maldives: Visa on arrival: No fee. These figures are compiled from third-party sources — not official, and not a fee charged by packset.travel. Confirm the current fee and apply on the official government site (linked above) before you travel.
For reference only
This visa information is provided for general guidance only and may be out of date. Entry rules change frequently and depend on your specific circumstances. Always confirm requirements with the official authorities of your destination and your airline before travelling. packset.travel accepts no liability for any inaccuracies or for any loss arising from reliance on this information.
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