A Dependent Visa is issued to immediate family members of expatriates in professional categories working in the Maldives.
Before Arrival (First-Time Entry)
- Apply for a Sponsorship Declaration via the IMUGA portal at least working 5 days before arrival
- After arrival on sponsorship, apply for a Dependent Visa
Documents Required
- Application Form (IM23)
- Passport-size photo (per Immigration photo standards)
- Passport copy (biodata page)
- Last arrival stamp (for new applicants)
- Last visa page (for renewals)
- Relationship proof document
Documents proving the relationship with the sponsored person - Medical report
- Health insurance
- Visa fee: MVR 750
- Card fee: MVR 50
- Additional documents (if applicable)
How to Apply
- Visit imuga.immigration.gov.mv
- Select ‘Visa’
- Sign in to the IMUGA portal
- Click ‘Apply for a Visa’
- Confirm whether you are currently in the Maldives by completing the prerequisite field.
- Select visa type: ‘Dependent Visa’ and select reason or subtype
- Fill in the application details
- Attach required documents
- Review and submit the application
Important Note:
- If appointment is missed reschedule the appointment via email [email protected] or contact hotline 9199157
- An appointment time will be provided via SMS to submit the passport for visa issuance
- When applying for Sponsorship Declaration, the stated purpose must be to bring in a dependent in order to qualify for a Dependent Visa
