Maldives Immigration has requested institutions to submit applications for a special visa for Quran reciters to be brought from abroad for the month of Ramadan.
Foreign Huffaz and Qaris are to be brought to the Maldives for Tarawih prayers during the month of Ramadan this year.
Immigration said the application for special visas for foreign Huffaz and Qaris must be submitted through the Imuga portal with the necessary documents such as the passport copy and the permit from the Ministry of Islamic Affairs. Immigration stated the visa approval will be notified through the portal within seven days after the application is submitted.
The authority stated if the Hafiz or Qari is bringing a family member with them, their travels will need to be sponsored by the institution that brings in the Hafiz or Qari. It stated the family members will be issued a 30-day tourist visa, which can be extended upon application for an extension before the date of expiry.