Welcome to the Australian High Commission, Maldives
A message from the High Commissioner HE David Jessup
Australia and Maldives established diplomatic relations in 1974, and have since pursued common interests with a relationship underpinned by mutual respect and trust. We are neighbours across the Indian Ocean, sharing Commonwealth ties and people-to-people links which extend back many decades.
The opening of Australia’s High Commission in Malé in 2023 further deepened our friendship, and reflects Australia’s increased engagement in the Indian Ocean region. Australia and the Maldives share a strong interest in a peaceful, stable and prosperous Indian Ocean, where countries can cooperate, trade and thrive.
Australia runs a significant development assistance programme in Maldives. Our focus is on education, where scholarship programs like Australia Awards have supported more than 700 Maldivians to study in Australia and have gone on to work at the highest levels of government and business. Australia also focuses on climate change, maritime safety and security, governance and gender equality.
On our website you will find information about Australia’s foreign policy and development programs; trade and investment; visas and immigration; education in Australia; and answers to frequently asked questions.
Australians in Maldives are encouraged to subscribe to travel advice updates through www.smartraveller.gov.au.
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Direct Aid Program
The Australian High Commission’s Direct Aid Program (DAP) is now open for applications! The deadline for applications is 5pm 16 February 2025.
DAP is a flexible small grants program (up to $10,000 per grant) administered by the Australian High Commission. It aims to support small-scale sustainable development projects and activities that involve local communities. Where possible, community members should participate in the design, development and implementation of the project. Maldivian local community and non-government organisations (NGOs) are eligible to apply.
Applications should be submitted online.
For more information on DAP, including assistance to apply, please enquire by email to: [email protected] or call + 960 334 0080 during working hours.
Australia Awards Alumni Small Grants Scheme
Currently open.
Australia Awards scholarships
Applications for Australia Awards Scholarships for study commencing in 2025 are now closed.
Applications for Australia Awards Scholarships and Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships for study commencing in 2026 are expected to open in February 2025.
For any scholarship enquiries, please email: [email protected]
Consular Assistance
We provide consular advice and services, and some passport services, to Australians in Maldives. Information in "Australians" tab above.
Emergency Assistance
The Australian Government provides 24-hour a day emergency consular assistance.
If you are an Australian citizen requiring urgent consular assistance call the Chancery on + 960 334 0080.
Outside local working hours, call the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade's Consular Operations Centre directly on:
• +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
• 1300 555 135 from within Australia
Travel Advice
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Contact Information
Australian High Commission
Level 5, JEN Hotel Maldives Malé
Ameer Ahmed Magu
Malé, 20096 Republic of Maldives
Telephone: +960 334 0080
For 24 hour consular emergency assistance please telephone 1300 555 135 from within Australia, or + 61 2 6261 3305 from overseas.
Opening Hours
The Consular Section is open to the public from 9.30am to 3.00pm Sunday to Thursday, except for public holidays.
Public Holidays in 2025
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Day |
Date |
Public Holiday |
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Wednesday |
1 January 2025 |
New Year’s Day |
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Monday |
31 March 2025 |
Eid al-Fitr |
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Tuesday |
1 April 2025 |
Eid al-Fitr (in lieu) |
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Wednesday |
2 April 2025 |
Eid al-Fitr (in lieu) |
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Thursday |
1 May 2025 |
Labour Day |
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Thursday |
5 June 2025 |
Hajj Day |
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Sunday |
8 June 2025 |
Eid al-Alha (in lieu) |
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Thursday |
26 June 2025 |
Islamic New Year |
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Sunday |
24 August 2025 |
National Day |
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Thursday |
4 September 2025 |
Prophet Muhammad's Birthday |
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Wednesday |
24 September 2025 |
The day Maldives embraced Islam |
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Monday |
3 November 2025 |
Victory Day |
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Tuesday |
11 November 2025 |
Republic Day |
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Thursday |
25 December 2025 |
Christmas Day |
