Getting to Kigali from the Maldives
As the crow flies, Kigali is about 4,876 km from Male. In Male, the time is three hours ahead of Kigali's.
From the Maldives, fly Qatar Airways via Doha (DOH) to Kigali. Another option: fly Turkish Airlines via Istanbul (IST).
International airports in the Maldives: Velana International Airport (MLE), Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HAQ) and Gan International Airport (GAN).
Entry for citizens of the Maldives
As citizens of a member state of the African Union, the Commonwealth or La Francophonie, you receive a visa on arrival and the visa fee is waived for a visit of up to 30 days. The Maldives belongs to the Commonwealth. This summary was checked on 9 October 2026; always confirm on the official immigration page before booking flights.
Money and payment
Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR) is not used for the booking itself: villas are quoted in US dollars, payable in USD, Rwandan francs, MTN MoMo, Airtel Money or crypto.
The concierge confirms the total in writing and sends the payment details after your dates are set.
Cash is also accepted on arrival at the villa, in US dollars or Rwandan francs, with a written receipt from the concierge.