Maldives visa requirements for Congoleses

Travel and visa requirements

Maldivan Visa is not required for Congoleses

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Congo passport holders visiting the Maldives must first apply for an E-visa.
  • This online pre-visa can be granted by the Maldives consulate in the applicant's home country.
  • This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30 days within one year. 
  • Congo passport holders are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure from Maldives.
  • Congo passport holders must have a return/onward ticket, and must also provide proof of hotel accommodation.
  • Congolese visiting the Maldives can extend their stay for another 30 days at the immigration office. 
  • Congolese visiting Maldives with pets must have a certificate of vaccination and must obtain an import license from the embassy or high commission. 
  •  Congolese visiting the Maldives must check for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza vaccines.
  • Direct flights are available from the Maya Maya International Airport Brazzaville, Congo to the Maldives . The estimated flight time is between 8 - 9 hours.
  • Islam is the most widely practiced religion in the Maldives.
  • Because the time zone currently used in the Maldives is the Maldives Time (GMT+5), the Maldives is 4 hours ahead of Congo.
  • Getting around the Maldives is possible through various public means of transportation including domestic flights, boats, buses, car rentals.
  • In the Maldives, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • The Maldives has a year-round hot tropical climate. There are two monsoons, the southwest from May to October and the northeast from November to April. Generally the southwest brings more wind and rain in June and July. The temperature rarely falls below 25°C (77°F).
  • The best time to visit the Maldives is between November and April.
  • Dhivehi is the most widely spoken language in the Maldives.
  • Visitors might want to pick up some basic Dhivehi phrases to help them navigate communications in rural spaces.
  • Visitors taking pictures are advised to be respectful and conscious of their environment while at it. Photo subjects or their guardians might need to be tipped in some cases.
  • Visitors are advised to be careful when carrying out monetary transactions in the Maldives, from currency changes to relatively expensive purchases.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maldives dangerous to visit?

The Maldives is only just relatively safe. The FCO has warned tourists to avoid rallies or protests in the capital city, Male. The outlying islands and the main international airport are safer.

Can you drink alcohol in Maldives?

Legally, if you're 18 and not a Muslim, you can buy and drink alcohol in the Maldives. However since the Maldives is an Islamic nation, alcohol is effectively banned for the local population. 

How large is Maldives?

The Maldives is the 51st largest Asian country by area (300 km²). The top 10 Asian countries by area are Russia, China, India, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Mongolia, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Turkey.

What is the Maldives famous for?
The Maldives is known for its natural environment, including the blue ocean, white beaches, and clean air. The climate of the Maldives is also ideal for visitors to get engaged in water sports such as swimming, fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, water-skiing. windsurfing and kiteboarding.
What is the main food in Maldives?

The traditional cuisine of the Maldives is based on three main items and their derivatives: coconuts, fish, and starches.