Good to know before your Maldives trip

Best timeNovember to April – dry and sunny
Visa for IndiansFree 30-day visa on arrival, plus the IMUGA declaration
Flights from IndiaAbout 1–5 hours to Malé, non-stop from several cities
Do Indians need a visa for the Maldives?

No advance visa is needed. Indian passport holders get a free 30-day visa on arrival in Malé. You need a confirmed resort booking, a return ticket and a passport valid for your stay, and every traveller must fill the free IMUGA traveller declaration online within 96 hours before the flight.

What is the best time to visit the Maldives?

November to April is the dry season with calm seas and the best visibility for snorkelling. May to October has more rain and wind but much better resort offers.

Speedboat or seaplane – which transfer is better?

Resorts close to Malé use speedboats, which are quicker and cheaper. Resorts further away need a seaplane, which costs more but gives stunning views of the atolls and only flies in daylight.

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