Bhutan visa for Maldivian citizens

Bhutanese citizens planning a visit to the Maldives can look forward to a straightforward entry process, as a convenient visa on arrival is granted for tourist purposes. This allows a maximum stay of 30 days, with two specific tourist visa types available to accommodate various leisure plans. The travel experience itself offers a dramatic shift from the high-altitude serenity of the Himalayan Kingdom to the pristine coral atolls, typically involving connecting flights through regional hubs like Colombo or Delhi. To ensure a smooth trip, travelers should also consider currency exchange from Ngultrum or USD to Maldivian Rufiyaa upon arrival.

Visa on arrival· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Blank pages
1+
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
$200 / day
Health insurance
Required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristTourist Visa (Standard e-Visa)
90d$40valid 3mo
Apply
TouristTourist Visa (Short Visit to Border Towns, up to 24 hours)
1d$40valid 1d
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visa (Non-tourism Purposes)
90d$40valid 3mo
Apply
OtherOfficial Visa (Official Guest of the Ministry)
Apply
OtherOfficial Visa (Official Guest of Non-Governmental Agencies)
Apply
FamilyPersonal Guest Visa
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
OtherSpecial Purpose Visa
Apply
StudentStudent Visa
WorkWork Visa / Employment Visa
TransitTransit Visa
MedicalMedical Treatment Visa
Digital NomadDigital Nomad / Remote Work Visa
0d$0valid 0d
InvestorInvestor / Golden Visa
0d$0valid 0d
RetirementRetirement Visa
0d$0valid 0d
Working HolidayWorking Holiday Visa
0d$0valid 0d
HumanitarianHumanitarian / Refugee Entry
$0
OtherCountry-Specific Preferential Entry (India, Bangladesh, Maldives)
multiple-entry
Apply
OtherVisa on Arrival (Bangladesh and Maldives Nationals)
FamilyDependent Visa
WorkEmployment Visa
365d
StudentStudent Visa
BusinessBusiness Visa
FamilyPersonal Guest Visa
30dvalid 1mo
TouristTourist Visa
OtherVisa Application
Apply

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