The Maldives ban Israeli passport holders proposal has attracted attention after the government introduced a bill in Parliament to permanently stop Israeli passport holders from entering the country. The move would replace the temporary restriction and reflects growing tensions over the conflict in the Middle East.
The bill seeks to amend the Maldives’ existing Immigration Act to make the ban permanent. Unlike the earlier restriction, which was linked to the situation in Gaza, the new proposal would completely prevent people holding Israeli passports from entering the country.
The government has also introduced another bill targeting business activities. The proposed measure would prevent Israeli individuals and companies from buying or owning property in the Maldives. This means the restrictions would cover not only tourism but also property investments and other business activities.
Maldives ban Israeli passport holders
The move follows strong comments from the country’s leadership about the conflict in Gaza. President Mohamed Muizzu has described Israel’s military actions against Palestinians as genocide. The government has also said that the presence of Israeli visitors is not acceptable to many Maldivian citizens.
The proposed permanent ban follows a temporary restriction introduced in 2025. If Parliament approves the new amendments, the restriction will become permanent without the previous conditions linked to the Gaza conflict.
The Maldives ban Israeli passport holders proposal has attracted mixed reactions online and internationally. Many social media users and pro-Palestinian supporters welcomed the move, describing it as a stand against injustice. However, critics questioned whether banning people based on their nationality was fair. Others raised concerns about its possible impact on the Maldives’ tourism industry, while supporters argued that humanitarian concerns should come before economic interests.
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