Maldives•AsiaMeeting Visa (Conference Visa)
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
14 days
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
On-arrival 14-day visa for attending meetings, conferences, or conventions in Maldives. Introduced May 2023. Cannot be extended. Cannot transition to business visa.
The Meeting Visa is a specialized short-stay visa introduced in May 2023 for international conference and meeting attendees. It streamlines entry for business professionals attending government-approved meetings, conferences, and conventions in the Maldives. The visa is issued on arrival and cannot be extended.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
1 month months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With MRZ and at least 1 month validity
Conference invitation/confirmation
Proof of attendance at registered meeting, conference, or convention
Traveller Declaration
Submitted electronically via IMUGA
Confirmed accommodation booking
Registered hotel or resort booking
Return/onward ticket
Confirmed flight showing departure from Maldives
Proof of funds
Evidence of sufficient funds for 14-day stay
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Advantages
- Simple on-arrival process
- Specifically designed for conferences
- Quick processing
- No pre-approval needed
- Covers both government and private sector meetings
Considerations
- Only 14 days validity
- Not extendable
- Cannot obtain business visa while on meeting visa
- Restricted to conference-related activities
- Single entry only
Application Process
Obtain conference confirmation
Get invitation/confirmation letter from conference organizer
Submit Traveller Declaration
Complete electronic declaration via IMUGA within 96 hours of travel
Prepare travel documents
Valid passport, conference invitation, accommodation, return ticket, proof of funds
Arrive at port of entry
Present documents and conference confirmation
Receive visa on arrival
Meeting Visa stamped in passport for 14 days
Application Forms
Traveller Declaration
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