Completely Blocked: No Israeli Will Be Able to Get Here – Even with a Foreign Passport

The Maldives government is advancing legislation that would permanently ban entry to holders of Israeli passports, including dual citizens, and block real estate investments from Israel. President Mohamed Muizzu presented the amendments as permanent and unconditional, citing alleged "genocide." The article analyzes the practical and legal risks for Israeli travelers.

The Maldives government has announced its intention to impose a permanent and unconditional entry ban on holders of Israeli passports, alongside legislation aimed at preventing Israeli citizens and entities from investing in local real estate projects, even if they hold dual citizenship and present a foreign passport. President Mohamed Muizzu detailed the amendments to the immigration law, which remove the temporary conditions set in April 2025. The new proposal establishes an unconditional entry ban, regardless of any change in circumstances. The president justified the decision by referring to "the genocide committed by Israel against Palestine." Additionally, the real estate transactions bill seeks to close loopholes for dual citizens. The article notes that although the Maldives relies on tourism, the number of Israeli tourists was small and has significantly decreased. It also examines the practical and legal risks for Israeli travelers with foreign passports.