Australian diplomatic representation in Maldives
Australian High Commission in Malé
Find current contact details, location, consular assistance, Australian passport information and visitor guidance for the Australian High Commission in Malé, Maldives.
Contact information
Contact the Australian High Commission in Malé
Use the current official details below to contact the Australian High Commission in the Republic of Maldives.
Before visiting: current public counter hours and appointment arrangements are not published on the DFAT mission listing. Contact the High Commission before travelling to confirm when and how your service can be provided.
Location
Where is the Australian High Commission in Malé?
The Australian High Commission is located on Level 5 of JEN Maldives Malé on Ameer Ahmed Magu in central Malé.
Visitor arrangements: contact the High Commission before attending for a passport, consular or other service, particularly if you are travelling to Malé from another island.
About the mission
About the Australian High Commission in Maldives
The Australian High Commission in Malé is Australia’s resident diplomatic mission in the Republic of Maldives.
Australia and Maldives established diplomatic relations in 1974. Australia opened its resident High Commission in Malé in 2023, strengthening its permanent diplomatic presence in the country.
The High Commission supports the bilateral relationship between Australia and Maldives and provides a local point of contact for Australians requiring consular or passport assistance.
Australia’s High Commissioner to the Republic of Maldives is Mr David Jessup.
Consular assistance
Consular and passport services
The Australian High Commission in Malé provides a local point of contact for Australians requiring consular assistance and Australian passport services in Maldives.
Consular assistance
Australians living in or visiting Maldives can contact the High Commission for consular assistance in accordance with the Australian Government’s Consular Services Charter.
Australian passports
The High Commission is the official Australian contact in Maldives for Australian passport enquiries. Contact the mission before attending to confirm the current application and appointment arrangements for your passport type.
Notarial services: if you require an Australian notarial service, contact the High Commission before visiting to confirm whether the particular service is available in Malé and what documents are required.
Australian visas and citizenship: visa, migration and citizenship applications are administered by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Do not attend the High Commission without first confirming that the service you require is provided there.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the Australian High Commission in Malé
The current DFAT mission listing does not publish fixed public counter hours or a general timetable for passport and notarial appointments in Malé.
If you require a passport or consular service, contact the High Commission on +960 334 0080 or email consular.male@dfat.gov.au before visiting.
Plan ahead: Maldives is geographically dispersed across many islands. Confirm that an in-person visit is necessary before arranging travel to Malé.
Diplomatic responsibility
Australian representation in Maldives
The Australian High Commission in Malé is Australia’s resident diplomatic mission to the Republic of Maldives.
Australia’s current overseas mission directory lists the resident High Commission in Malé for Maldives and does not identify additional country accreditation for this mission.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Australian High Commission
Contact the mission first and confirm the current arrangements for the service you require.
Contact the mission first
Confirm current service hours and whether an appointment is required before travelling to the High Commission.
Check your service
For passport, consular or notarial matters, ask the High Commission whether your service requires personal attendance and which documents you need.
Allow enough time
If you are travelling from another island, do not arrange transport to Malé until you have confirmed the service arrangements with the High Commission.
Frequently asked questions
Australian High Commission in Malé
Does Australia have a High Commission in Maldives?
Yes. Australia has maintained a resident High Commission in Malé since 2023.
Where is the Australian High Commission in Malé?
The High Commission is located on Level 5 of JEN Maldives Malé, Ameer Ahmed Magu, Malé 20096.
How can I contact the Australian High Commission?
Call +960 334 0080. Consular and Australian passport enquiries can be sent to consular.male@dfat.gov.au.
Who is the Australian High Commissioner to Maldives?
Mr David Jessup is Australia’s High Commissioner to the Republic of Maldives.
When did Australia open its High Commission in Maldives?
Australia opened its resident High Commission in Malé in 2023. Australia and Maldives established diplomatic relations in 1974.
What are the High Commission’s opening hours?
The current DFAT mission listing does not publish fixed public counter hours. Contact the High Commission before visiting to confirm its current visitor arrangements.
Can I apply for an Australian passport in Malé?
The High Commission is the official Australian contact in Maldives for Australian passport enquiries. Contact the mission before attending to confirm the current application and appointment arrangements for your passport type.
Do I need an appointment for passport services?
Current appointment arrangements are not specified on the DFAT mission listing. Contact the High Commission before visiting to confirm whether an appointment is required.
Does the High Commission provide notarial services?
Contact the High Commission before attending to confirm whether the particular Australian notarial service you require is available in Malé and what documents you need to provide.
Does the High Commission cover countries other than Maldives?
Australia’s current overseas mission directory lists the High Commission in Malé for the Republic of Maldives and does not identify additional country accreditation for this mission.
Can the High Commission help with an Australian visa?
Australian visa, migration and citizenship matters are administered by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Check the current official immigration arrangements before attending the High Commission.
What should I do in a consular emergency?
Contact the High Commission on +960 334 0080. Australians requiring urgent consular assistance outside normal local service arrangements can contact the Australian Government’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.