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Cook IslandsMaldives: Visa on arrival

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Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Maldives?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. New Zealand passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Maldives.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

Cook Islands does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a New Zealand passport. See the New Zealand passport.

Source: immigration.gov.mv (checked July 18, 2026).

    RequirementVisa on arrival
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Visa-free access to Maldives241 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Maldives passport holders visiting Cook Islands: Visa on arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Maldives?

A visa is not required in advance. New Zealand passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Maldives.

What currency is used in Maldives?

Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR).

What is the emergency number in Maldives?

102 / 118 / 119.

What time zone is Maldives in?

Maldives (UTC+5).

What is the nearest airport to Male?

Velana International Airport (MLE), about 3 km away.

How many countries can enter Maldives without a visa?

241 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Maldives visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.