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Maldives

Maldives

LocationSouthern Asia • UTC+5 • Indian/Maldives
Monthly Cost
$1,470
-33% vs USA
Internet
53 Mbps
Fixed Broadband Avg

Investment Visa

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Designed for foreign investors who wish to invest in the Maldives. This visa supports long-term residency for significant investors.

Min. Income

N/A

Investment-based

Min. Income

Processing

1–2 Months

Average Time

Processing

Validity

5 Years

Initial / Renewable

Validity

Citizenship

Not Available

No path to citizenship

Citizenship
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Eligibility & Required Docs

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkSignificant investment in Maldives
  • CheckmarkApproval from Maldivian authorities
  • CheckmarkClean criminal record

Required Documents

  • CheckmarkInvestment proposal
  • CheckmarkProof of funds
  • CheckmarkValid passport
  • CheckmarkApproval letter from Maldivian authorities
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Residency Rules

Taxation

Investors are subject to corporate tax on income generated from their investments in the Maldives.

Physical Presence

Must maintain active investment and presence in the Maldives as per visa conditions.

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Advantages

  • Long-term residency option
  • Supports significant investment
  • Renewable for ongoing investments
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Disadvantages

  • High investment threshold
  • No direct path to citizenship
  • Dependent on investment approval

Compare with

MauritiusInvestor Permit
SeychellesInvestor Visa
Sri LankaResident Guest Scheme