Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.
A no-cost visa is issued upon arrival for stays up to 30 days.
Add your travel date and we'll tell you exactly how much to panic, based on typical processing times.
Full visa applications can take several weeks.
Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.
Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.
Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.
Recommended — food & water borne.
Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.
Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.
Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.
As a US passport holder, you will receive a no-cost visitor visa upon arrival in the Maldives, which allows for stays up to 30 days for tourism. It is possible to extend this visa for up to 90 days, though this requires additional steps once in the country. You must also complete a Traveler Declaration form online before arrival.
For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.
| Passport | Regular US passport |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Tourism |
| Visa required | Yes — visa required |
| Maximum stay | 30 days (issued upon arrival), extendable up to 90 days if approved. |
| Passport validity | 6 months validity beyond your arrival date |
| Return/onward ticket | Yes, onward or return ticket is required. |
| Arrival form | Traveler Declaration |
| Last checked | 28 June 2026 |
No visa is required for US citizens visiting Japan for tourism for stays under 90 days.
Read the dossierUS citizens require a visa to enter Vietnam for tourism.
Read the dossierUS citizens need a visa for India, with an eVisa option available for tourist travel.
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