Expat workers threatened with deportation
Expats will have their visas cancelled if they are found to be involved in political activities.
09 Sep 2018, 9:00 AM
Expatriate workers and foreigners visiting the Maldives have been threatened with deportation if they are found to be involved in political activities.
Maldives Immigration urged them to refrain from taking part in political rallies and activities, saying visas would be cancelled.
“We warn that will not hesitate to cancel visa and repatriate those who take part in political activities,” read a statement issued Friday.
It said taking part in political activities would violate the conditions in which the visa was issued. It also told employers to respect rules and regulations.
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