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Information on registering deaths

If a Maldivian citizen had died overseas, the next of kin should register the death and get a death certificate from the foreign authorities in the country where the person had died. The deceased's next of kin will then need to report the death to the nearest Maldives mission.

Transfer of Remains for Burial to Maldives

If a death had occurred overseas, it should be registered with the relevant foreign authorities where the death occurred. You will require a permit from the nearest Maldives mission and government authorities of the country where the death occurred, to transfer human remains from overseas to Maldives for burial.

Information on registering births

We do not provide register births service. Parents who wish to apply Maldivian Citizenship for their child born overseas can apply here :  https://malecity.gov.mv/en/services, (Male’ City Council) after obtaining a Birth Certificate in the country/place where the child is born. 

National ID Card Renewal

 

To apply for a new National ID card, renew an existing one, or request a replacement, please use the Department of National Registration (DNR)'s online portal. Below are the steps to guide you through the process:

Link to DNR Portal:
https://online.dnr.gov.mv/

1. Create an Account:

  • If you do not already have an account, register on the portal.
  • Note: Registration verification requires a Maldivian mobile number to receive the OTP (One-Time Password). Alternatively, a family member can add you to their account as a dependent and complete the application process on your behalf.

2. Submit Your Application:

Follow the portal's instructions to apply for a new ID card, renew an existing one, or request a replacement.

3. Delivery Option via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs:

Passport Renewal

The application process for Dhivehi Passport has been made easier and more convenient with the introduction of the online platform for Immigration services, IMUGA, including for Maldivian citizens living abroad.

Since 11 April 2021, all applications for the renewal of the Maldivian Passport can be submitted by registering at the IMUGA portal link. Please find below further information and the different steps that will be required to be completed though the portal.

  1. Visit https://imuga.immigration.gov.mv/ and register.
  2. Click on the ‘Dhivehi Passport’ service.
  3. Read the information on the page, including the eligibility requirements and instructions on how to apply.
  4. Select the reason for applying for a passport and upload the filled passport application form with the required documents.
  5. You will be able to select the passport collection point from a diplomatic mission of Maldives closest to you.
  6. Pay the passport fee via the Bank of Maldives gateway.
  7. If the application is complete, a notification will be sent via SMS/ EMAIL with the date and time to collect the passport.

Information on Marriages

Overseas Marriage Registration with the Family Court of the Maldives

  • One of the documents required by the Family Court to register marriages conducted overseas is a letter from the Embassy/diplomatic mission.

  • The Embassy requests Maldivian citizens to provide the following documents to issue the required letter:

      • Notarized Islamic marriage certificate issued in the country where the marriage took place (in this case, the U.S.).

      • Official civil marriage certificate from the state where the marriage was registered.

      • Copies of the ID card and passport of both spouses.

  • Note: if all documents are in order, the Embassy will issue the letter within 3 business days. Please provide all the documents to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with a formal request to the Embassy and we will immediately begin the process.
  • Once the letter from the Embassy is received, the original of this letter along with the Application Form and other relevant documents have to be submitted to the Family Court of the Maldives to register the marriage. The application form for “Marriage Registration Overseas” can be found at the following  link : https://familycourt.gov.mv/kaiveni-form/

 

For more information, please find the contact details of the Family Court below:

Telephone: +960 3325502, +960 3006101

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Attestation Services

Find out about the attestation services offered by Embassy

Institutions in the United States of America may require Maldivian documents to be attested by the Maldivian authorities before they are accepted. The Embassy  can attest documents issued by the government agencies in the Maldives

This attestation service involves the placement of the Embassy's seal on the document and/or issuing a letter certifying the authenticity of a document.

Generally, we provide the following services:

  • Placing the consular seal on a copy of a document, attesting that it is a true copy of the original.
  • Attesting the signing of a legal document to be used in the Maldives. For example, a power of attorney or agreement to be used in a Maldivian court.

Note: The Embassy cannot confirm the validity of the contents of the document, e.g., we can verify that a power of attorney is signed by somebody, but we do not verify that the contents of a document provide legal rights to a specific person.

If you have documents to attest, please contact us to arrange an appointment.

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