Maldives to Offer Remote Work, Content Creator Visas: What Indian Travelers Need to Know

• Maldives plans new visa options for remote workers and content creators to encourage longer stays and boost local economy.
• Tourism and Environment Minister Thoriq Ibrahim confirmed two categories: Remote Working Visa and Content Creator Visa.
• The initiative aims to attract travelers who can work from the islands, moving beyond typical short beach holidays.
• This strategy addresses global travel pattern shifts and disruptions in key flight routes affecting tourism.
• Longer stays are expected to support guesthouses on local islands and diversify the visitor base.