Short answer: long stays in the Maldives need formal work or investment permits, not repeated tourist visas. Property and foreign-investment rules are specific — clarify land and lease systems before investing.
Maldives Residence Concepts
Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director
Summary
Work or investment permits — tourist visas are not a long-term substitute.
FAQ
Buy an island and migrate?
Foreign investment and residence are separate legal issues.
Digital nomad?
Only if a formal visa exists.
Family?
Depends whether the main permit allows dependants.