Trusted travel documents
Serving the people with trusted travel documents and accessible services across all atolls.
A Legacy of Trust
From the founding of the Passport Office in 1950 to becoming the Maldives' first fully digital government agency, this is the story of the people, milestones, and marks of service that shaped Maldives Immigration.
Evolution
A decade-by-decade timeline from the first Maldivian Pass to modern e-Gates.
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Historic photographs and moments from across the decades, grouped by era.
Browse the archive →Controllers
Portraits and tenures of every Controller of Immigration since 1950.
Meet the leaders →Our Services
Three pillars of Maldives Immigration — safeguarding the borders, issuing trusted travel documents, and delivering smart visa services backed by strong enforcement.
Safeguarding the Borders
Border control across the nation's airports and seaports, from manual counters to biometric e-Gates.
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The Dhivehi Passport
From the 1950s Maldivian Pass to South Asia's strongest passport and fully digital services.
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Visa & Enforcement
Smart visa services and strong, intelligence-led enforcement across the country.
Explore Visa →Serving the Nation
Every day, across airports, seaports and atolls, Maldives Immigration safeguards the nation's borders and welcomes the world.
Safeguarding our borders
Constant vigilance at airports and seaports keeps the nation's borders secure.
National security
Ensuring compliance and national security through proactive monitoring and operations.
Efficient visa services
Delivering reliable visa services for residents, workers, and visitors.
Welcoming the world
Welcoming the world while ensuring entry and stay are lawful and secure.
Integrity & trust
Upholding integrity, professionalism, and trust in all immigration services.
Marks of Service
The emblems and insignia that carry the professional identity of every Immigration officer.
Evolution of the Emblem
From the 1980 shoulder title to the 2016 badge.
Ranks & Insignia
The epaulettes that mark every rank of service.
Walk through decades of history
Begin with the decade-by-decade timeline and follow the journey from 1950 to today.
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