Maldives has unveiled its investor residency program, The Maldives Pearl Residence, which is set to be officially launched in April 2026.
The program was formally introduced by Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed during the 19th Global Citizenship Conference in London.
Economic Ministry, via a post on X, said The Maldives Pearl Residence investor residency program aligns with President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s vision for economic diversification and sustainable growth.
The Ministry added that the program represents a new era of responsible investment, fostering opportunities that integrate innovation, sustainability, and long-term value.
Minister @em_saeed has formally introduced The Maldives Pearl Residence, the Maldives’ forthcoming Residency-by-Investment program, at the 19th Global Citizenship Conference in London.This initiative aligns with President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s vision for economic diversification… pic.twitter.com/xJDKDFk5w7
— Ministry of Economic Development and Trade (@MoEDmv) November 5, 2025
According to the Ministry The Maldives Pearl Residence investor residency program is scheduled for official launch in April 2026.
President Muizzu announced plans by the government to introduce an investor residency program in September 2024. The government signed an agreement with world’s leading international investment migration advisory firm, Henley & Partners (H&P), to develop and implement Maldives first-ever investor residency program during the Maldives-Singapore Business Forum 2025 held back in July.
H&P is the global leader in residence and citizenship by investment, offering specialized services to hundreds of wealthy individuals and their advisors each year.