The Maldives and The Gambia have signed a visa waiver agreement.
The Agreement on Mutual Exemption of Visa Requirements allows for the exemption of visas for single or multiple entry, exit, or transit for nationals of both countries for a period of 30 days. The agreement was signed by the Ambassador of the Maldives to Saudi Arabia Mohamed Khaleel and the Ambassador of The Gambia to Saudi Arabia Omar Gibril Sallah. The signing ceremony was held at the Embassy of the Maldives in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
During the discussions following the signing ceremony, Ambassador Mohamed Khaleel expressed his gratitude to the government of The Gambia for its commitment to enhancing the existing ties of friendship and cooperation between the two countries. He expressed hope that the signing of the agreement will increase avenues for further engagement and people-to-people contact between the two countries. In addition, Ambassador Salla conveyed The Gambia's commitment to work with the Maldives on areas of mutual interest, to further strengthen the relationship between the two countries.