Arriving in Malé: visas, transfers, and what to expect
A free 30-day visa on arrival, then a transfer that's part of the adventure.
Every visitor receives a free 30-day tourist visa on arrival. You need a passport with six months validity, proof of onward travel, and a confirmed accommodation booking — your Island Scenery itinerary covers the last two.
Transfers vary by distance: speedboat for nearby atolls (40–90 minutes), seaplane for further-out resorts (20–40 minutes from a separate terminal), or domestic flight plus speedboat for the far south.
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5-Night Lagoon Escape at Kandolhu Island Resort
5 nights at Kandolhu Island Resort — Pocket-sized luxury — one of the Maldives' smallest islands, walked end-to-end in seven minutes.
7-Night Signature Stay at Kandolhu Island Resort
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