Russia
Maldives
Maldives visa for Russian citizens
Entry requirement
Russian citizens can visit the Maldives without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Maldivian citizens travelling to Russia
MaldivesRussia Visa-free, 90 days Russia visa for citizens of the Maldives
Travel advice for the Maldives
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Russia to the Maldives, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates the Maldives at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 6 October 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to the Maldives (updated 12 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for the Maldives (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Russian citizens can stay in the Maldives
Russian citizens may stay in the Maldives for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to the Maldives.
Maldivian citizens travelling to Russia
Maldivian citizens can visit Russia without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Russia and the Maldives.
Frequently asked questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for the Maldives?
Russian citizens can visit the Maldives without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can Russian citizens stay in the Maldives?
Russian citizens can stay in the Maldives for up to 90 days.
Do Maldivian citizens need a visa for Russia?
Maldivian citizens can visit Russia without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Russian citizens enter the Maldives visa-free?
Yes, Russian citizens can enter the Maldives without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.