Work permit renewal in Maldives
Renewing a work permit in the Maldives generally involves submitting an application and required documents to the Department of Immigration, typically online through their portal. The process ensures continued legal employment for expatriate workers in the country.
It is advisable for individuals to begin the work permit renewal process several weeks or months before the current permit's expiration. This allows sufficient time for application submission, processing by the Department of Immigration, and addressing any potential queries or additional requirements, preventing any gaps in legal employment status.
Start 30 days ahead
This lead time accounts for the typical processing duration and allows for any necessary corrections or additional document submissions.
The process
- 1Log in to the Maldives Immigration online portal using the employer's registered account.
- 2Navigate to the 'Work Permit' section and select the renewal option.
- 3Fill out the application form with all required details, ensuring accuracy.
- 4Upload scanned copies of all necessary supporting documents.
- 5Pay the applicable renewal fee through the online portal or designated payment method.
- 6Submit the application and await notification of approval or requests for further information.
- 7Once approved, print the renewed work permit document from the online portal.
What to bring
- Copy of the current work permit.
- Copy of the expatriate's passport (biographical page and visa page).
- Employment contract or agreement.
- Medical certificate (if required for renewal or for a specific duration).
- Insurance documents (as per current regulations).
- Application form (usually completed online).
- Passport-sized photograph (digital format for online submission).
Who handles it
Department of Immigration (ފުލުހުންގެ ޚިދުމަތް, Immigration Service)
The fee for work permit renewal varies based on the permit duration and type. Current fee structures are published on the Maldives Immigration website and typically paid online during the application process.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all uploaded documents are clear, legible, and meet the specified file format and size requirements.
- Verify the accuracy of all information entered in the online application to avoid processing delays.
- Be aware of the specific expiry date of the current permit and initiate the renewal process well in advance.
- Check for any outstanding compliance issues or previous violations that might affect renewal.
Sources
- Maldives Immigration - Expatriate Work Permit immigration.gov.mv
- Maldives Immigration - Expatriate Online Portal immigration.gov.mv
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