{"id":34622,"date":"2025-02-19T17:22:53","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T11:52:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/?p=34622"},"modified":"2025-02-19T17:22:53","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T11:52:53","slug":"can-international-students-work-in-maldives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/visa\/can-international-students-work-in-maldives\/","title":{"rendered":"Can International Students Work in Maldives in 2025?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you <a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/\"><strong>an international student<\/strong><\/a> wanting to work in Maldives? Do you want to know- can international students work in Maldives? You have come to the right page! This blog covers everything you need to know about working in Maldives as an international student. You will learn about the work permit, and who applies for it. You will also learn how to apply for a work visa and its requirements. Keep reading to find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-international-students-work-in-maldives-an-overview-nbsp\"><span id=\"can-international-students-work-in-maldives-an-overview\">Can International Students Work in Maldives? An Overview&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No. International students cannot work in Maldives. As an international student, you are required to solely focus on your studies. Any form of work (paid or unpaid) is not permitted by the government. The Maldives student visa will only allow you to study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the bright side, international students can work in Maldives if they obtain a work visa. The work visa is issued to applicants who are already holding a work permit. The work visa and the work permit application are started by the employer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-a-student-work-in-the-maldives\"><span id=\"can-a-student-work-in-the-maldives\">Can a Student Work in the Maldives?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can international students work in Maldives? No. International students are not allowed to work. Truth be told, the government does not provide any information regarding providing work permission to students. This means you have to focus on your studies. The University will sponsor your student visa, and you can start studying. After completing your studies, you can apply for a work permit to start working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-a-foreigner-get-a-job-in-maldives\"><span id=\"can-a-foreigner-get-a-job-in-maldives\">Can a Foreigner Get a Job in Maldives?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. A foreigner can get a job in Maldives. To work in the country you need the following-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>An entry pass<\/strong>&#8211; To enter the Maldives for work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>A work permit-<\/em><\/strong> The work permit issued by the Maldives government authorises you to work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>A work visa<\/em><\/strong>&#8211; Besides, getting a work permit you need a work visa. However, a work visa can only be applied once you have reached the country. The work visa must be obtained within 15 days of reaching Maldives.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You need a work permit, and a work visa to work in Maldives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-to-cyan-bluish-gray-gradient-background has-background\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/visa\/how-to-get-work-visa-for-iceland-from-india\/\"><strong>How to Get a Work Visa for Iceland from India?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-get-a-maldives-work-permit\"><span id=\"how-to-get-a-maldives-work-permit\">How to Get a Maldives Work Permit?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can international students work in Maldives? No. During your studies, you cannot work. After completing your studies you can return to India, and then <a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/visa\/what-is-the-difference-between-work-permit-and-work-visa\/\"><strong>apply for a work permit.<\/strong><\/a> The work permit in Maldives gives you the right to enter the country, leave, and re-enter as long as your permit is valid. You also need an entry pass. To get a work permit follow the instructions below-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get a job offer from a recognised provider in Maldives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request the employer to apply for a work permit\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The employer applies for a work permit\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Ministry of Economic Development issues the work permit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can travel to Maldives for work<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-long-is-the-work-permit-for-maldives-valid-for\"><span id=\"how-long-is-the-work-permit-for-maldives-valid-for\">How Long is the Work Permit for Maldives Valid For?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Maldives work permit validity period is as follows-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Permit<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Validity<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maldives work permit&nbsp;<\/td><td>Up to 90 days<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Note-<\/em><\/strong> After you enter Maldives with a work permit you have 15 days to apply for a work visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-i-get-a-maldives-work-visa\"><span id=\"how-can-i-get-a-maldives-work-visa\">How Can I Get a Maldives Work Visa?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can international students work in Maldives? After you have completed your studies you can apply for a work visa. The employer must apply for a work visa after you have entered the country. The application process for a work visa is as follows-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Get a work permit<\/em><\/strong>&#8211; The employer must you a work permit\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Travel to Maldives<\/em><\/strong>&#8211; You can travel to Maldives with a work permit.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Enter\/Re-enter<\/em><\/strong>&#8211; Before you apply for a work visa you can enter, leave and re-enter the country if you want. This can only be done once.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Apply for a work visa<\/em><\/strong>&#8211; You are given 15 days. During this time your employer will start the application process for a work visa. The application process is started by visiting the Xpat online system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Fee payment-<\/em><\/strong> The application process is only considered complete after the visa fees are paid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Schedule an appointment<\/em><\/strong>&#8211; The Xpat online system provides the facility to book an appointment. The employer will book the visa appointment for you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Show up<\/em><\/strong>&#8211; On the date of the visa appointment you must show up with your documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Submit biometrics<\/em><\/strong>&#8211; You will have to submit biometric information.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Get a decision-<\/em><\/strong> Once a decision has been made you will get your work visa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Passport submission<\/em><\/strong>&#8211; You will be required to submit your passport at the embassy. The passport is verified within 3 days, and you can collect the same.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>After getting your work visa you can start working in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-to-cyan-bluish-gray-gradient-background has-background\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/visa\/can-i-work-in-qatar-with-studen-visa\/\"><strong>Can I Work in Qatar with a Student Visa?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-to-apply-for-a-maldives-work-visa\"><span id=\"where-to-apply-for-a-maldives-work-visa\">Where to Apply for a Maldives Work Visa?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can international students work in Maldives? After completing studies you can apply for a work visa. The work visa application is either filled out by your employer or a representative from your organisation, The application form has to be submitted at<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Visa&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Where to Apply<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Who Issues&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maldives Work Visa<\/td><td>Xpat Online System<\/td><td>Maldives Immigration<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-entry-requirements-for-maldives-work-visa\"><span id=\"entry-requirements-for-maldives-work-visa\">Entry Requirements for Maldives Work Visa<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following are the entry requirements for a work visa for Maldives-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Entry Requirements for Maldives Work Visa<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Passport Bio-data page copy<\/td><td>The copy must be machine-readable and must be valid for at least a year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Entry Pass<\/td><td>Not exceeding 90 days from the date of arrival<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Traveler Declaration<\/td><td>Submitted within 96 hours before departure. This declaration must be submitted through the IMUGA portal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Medical certificate (if applicable)<\/td><td>Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-documents-are-required-for-maldives-work-visa\"><span id=\"what-documents-are-required-for-maldives-work-visa\">What Documents are Required for Maldives Work Visa?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can international students work in Maldives? A work visa lets you work. To get a work visa the following documents need to be submitted by the employer-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Documents&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>A valid passport<\/strong><\/td><td>Employee passport&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>photo<\/td><td>Passport size photo of the employee<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Medical health screening report&nbsp;<\/td><td>Issued from a Hospital\/Clinic authorized by a government authority<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Submission Receipt of IM29 form<\/td><td>You can get this from the Xpat system<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-long-does-a-maldives-work-visa-take\"><span id=\"how-long-does-a-maldives-work-visa-take\">How Long Does a Maldives Work Visa Take?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can international students work in Maldives? If you have a work visa you can work. After the work visa application is submitted, it is processed. The processing time is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Processing Time&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maldives work visa<\/td><td>48 hours&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Passport submission (for Maldives work visa)<\/td><td>3 working days<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-much-does-a-maldives-work-visa-cost\"><span id=\"how-much-does-a-maldives-work-visa-cost\">How Much Does a Maldives Work Visa Cost?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Maldives government has not provided the visa fee details. Nevertheless, we have provided an approximate fee required to get a work visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Visa<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Fees<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maldives work visa<\/td><td>MVR 50,<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-long-is-the-maldives-work-visa-valid-for\"><span id=\"how-long-is-the-maldives-work-visa-valid-for\">How Long is the Maldives Work Visa Valid For?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can international students work in Maldives? You can work if you have a work visa. The work visa validity period is as follows&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Visa<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Validity<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maldives work visa<\/td><td>Up to 2 years or til the time your work contract is valid for&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-i-need-a-residence-permit-for-maldives\"><span id=\"do-i-need-a-residence-permit-for-maldives\">Do I Need a Residence Permit for Maldives?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No. You do not need <a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/residence-permit\/\"><strong>a separate residence permit <\/strong><\/a>for the Maldives. While the entry pass allows you to enter the country, the work permit authorises you to work. On the other hand, a work visa allows you to work, and stay in the country. This means you only need a work permit and visa. No separate residence permit is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1739965445809\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is Maldives good for international students?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Maldives is a decent country to study. 98% population of the country is literate. However, the country has limited educational institutions. Some of the universities you can check out are the\u00a0Maldives National University and Villa College.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1739965456496\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is it easy to get PR in Maldives?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. Maldives is not a PR-friendly country. You can only get a PR if you are legally married to a Maldives citizen, or you have invested in a business.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1739965481806\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the time period of work permit?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Maldives work permit is valid for 1-2 years. You will get a work permit as per the Labour Market assessment, and your work contract duration. Moreover, your passport must be valid<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1739965534471\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the Maldives work permit visa cost?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The cost of a Maldives work permit is s MVR 350 per month, This is just an approximate figure. The work permit application is submitted by your employer.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope you now have the answer to your question- Can international students work in Maldives?? Want to apply for a Visa for your<strong> <\/strong>study abroad<strong> <\/strong>journey? Drop us a comment in the section below, or visit<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/category\/visa\/\"><strong>our visa page<\/strong><\/a> for more such articles. You can also connect with a visa expert at<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/\"><strong>Leverage Edu<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong>and we will guide you on your dream journey!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Articles:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/visa\/can-an-international-student-work-in-indonesia\/\"><strong>Can an International Student Work in Indonesia in 2025?<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/visa\/can-international-students-work-in-georgia\/\"><strong>Can International Students Work in Georgia in 2025?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/visa\/can-indians-go-to-china-on-tourist-visa\/\"><strong>How Can Indians Go to China on a Tourist Visa in 2025?<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/visa\/japan-work-visa-for-indians\/\"><strong>Japan Work Visa for Indians: Your Key to Employment in Japan&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/visa\/singapore-employment-visa-for-indians\/\"><strong>How to Get a Singapore Employment Visa for Indians in 2025?<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/visa\/switzerland-work-visa\/\"><strong>How to Get a Work Visa in Switzerland as an Indian?<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Are you an international student wanting to work in Maldives? 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