‘State dowry’ for Maldivians who marry foreigners
16 Feb 2010, 8:01 PM
Aishath Shazra
A new rule requires Maldivians who wish to marry foreigners to seek permission from the Ministry of Immigration and Emmigration, and pay a deposit.
According to the new law, instituted today, the Maldivian would-be spouse must pay the deposit money to the ministry as per existing requirements for work visas.
Prior to that, a specific form designed for mixed marriages has to be completed and submitted to the immigration department for approval.
Resident permits for foreigners married to Maldivians will also be renewed only upon the payment of the deposit, meaning those already married must also pay.
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