Maldives Tourist Visa Training

Course Description

The Maldives offers visa-on-arrival access for nationals of all countries for tourism stays of up to 30 days, with the recent introduction of an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) system to streamline arrivals. As one of the world's top luxury honeymoon and holiday destinations, the Maldives has specific entry, accommodation, and island travel rules that consultants and travel agents must know. This course covers the eTA system, visa-on-arrival mechanics, documentation requirements, resort vs local island travel rules, and extension procedures giving you everything needed to advise Maldives-bound clients.

What You'll Learn?

• Modules
  Module 1: Maldives Tourism Visa Framework & eTA System
  Maldives tourism visa history, immigration authority structure, new eTA introduction, countries exempted from eTA, entry conditions, and health declaration requirements.
  
  Module 2: Visa-on-Arrival Eligibility & Restrictions
  Universal visa-on-arrival policy, nationalities requiring advance clearance, dual-purpose restrictions, journalists and researchers additional requirements, and prohibited entry categories.
  
  Module 3: Documentation, Booking Proofs & Sufficient Funds
  Confirmed resort or guesthouse booking requirement, return or onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds per day, travel insurance conditions, and yellow fever certificate if applicable.
  
  Module 4: Resort & Inhabited Island Travel Rules
  Tourist island vs local island vs uninhabited island distinctions, alcohol and photography rules by island type, permitted inter-island transport, and protected marine area access.
  
  Module 5: Extensions, Overstays & Refusal Handling
  30-day stay extension process at Department of Immigration, maximum extendable duration, overstay penalties, deportation consequences, and refusal at port of entry.