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Expat wages must go through banks

The Maldives Home Ministry now requires all expatriate wages to be deposited into local bank accounts to be legally recognized. Cash payments are strictly prohibited, and employers failing to comply face fines or quota cancellations. This policy aims to address dollar shortages and ensure foreign workers receive their due compensation.

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Maldives bans seeking work visa after entering on another visa

The Maldives Home Ministry has banned individuals who enter the country on business or special visas from converting to a work visa. This policy aims to stop businesses from using short-term visas to bypass standard work permit procedures. The move is part of a broader government crackdown on undocumented migration and visa misuse.

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Expat wages must go through banks

Maldives bans seeking work visa after entering on another visa

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Expat workers mandated to deposit salaries into bank account

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