Revisiting Key Moments of Our Journey

From The Archives

Maldives Immigration

Evolution Controllers

1980s

Officers with the first wide-body aircraft from Europe, 1981
11 November 1981 — Officers pose with the first wide-body aircraft to arrive from Europe at Malé International Airport, with the aircraft visible in the background.
Controller K. D. Ahmed Manik with senior officers
1980s — Controller K. D. Ahmed Manik seated with senior Immigration officers during an official gathering.
Fathimath Rasheeda receiving a rank, 1988
1988 — Former Officer, Fathimath Rasheeda receiving a rank from Controller K. D. Ahmed Manik.
Officers promoted to new ranks at Huravee Building
1980s — Officers promoted to new ranks pose with Controller K. D. Ahmed Manik and senior Immigration officers at the Huravee Building, then the Immigration Head Office.
Officers issuing visas on-site at Furanafushi, 1989
January 1989 — Officers on duty at Furanafushi (now Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa), issuing visas directly to foreign nationals on-site.
Rank conferment of Ibrahim Ashraf, 1989
1989 — Controller K. D. Ahmed Manik, presenting the rank insignia to Immigration Officer Ibrahim Ashraf during a rank conferment ceremony.
Meeting with Thomas De La Rue & Company, 1989
9 May 1989 — Controller K. D. Ahmed Manik and Assistant Controller Hussain Hameed meeting with Mr. Malcolm D. Kath Bartson of Thomas De La Rue & Company, parent company of Bradbury Wilkinson, which printed Maldivian passports at the time.

1990s

Officers awarded rank insignia at Sosunge, 1990
15 February 1990 — Officers awarded rank insignia posing with Controller K. D. Ahmed Manik for a group photo at Sosunge.
Fathimath Agisa receiving her rank insignia, 1990
15 February 1990 — Immigration Officer Fathimath Agisa receiving her rank insignia from Senior Under Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Abdul Azeez Yoosuf.
Staff refreshments after the epaulettes handover, 1990
15 February 1990 — Staff enjoying refreshments following the epaulettes handover ceremony held at Sosunge.
Training session in the early 1990s
Early 1990s — A training session in progress, offering a glimpse into the traditional learning environment of the time, where notebooks and pencils were essential tools.
Rank conferment of Abdul Rasheed Ali, 1991
23 January 1991 — Senior Under Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Abdul Azeez Yoosuf, presenting the rank insignia to Immigration Officer Abdul Rasheed Ali during a rank conferment ceremony.
The first Immigration football team
1990s — The first football team of Immigration, highlighting the institution's early achievements and continued success in various sports over the years.

2000s

Immigration futsal team at the 5th Die Cup, 2000
9 September 2000 — The Immigration officers futsal team poses for a group photograph during the 5th Die Cup, a tournament held within the department.
Immigration cricket team, 2001
2001 — Members of the Immigration cricket team, highlighting the organisation's active participation in a wide range of sports and recreational activities.
President Gayoom welcomed at the 50th Anniversary ceremony
27 August 2002 — President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom being welcomed by officers at a ceremony commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Maldives Immigration, originally marked in 2000.
Immigration Boduberu group performing, 2002
27 August 2002 — Members of the Immigration Boduberu group performing during the organisation's 50th Anniversary event.
50th Anniversary ceremony of Maldives Immigration, 2002
27 August 2002 — During the ceremony commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Maldives Immigration, originally marked in 2000.
Rank promotion of Officer Adam Hassan, 2004
2004 — Controller Ibrahim Shafiu confers a rank promotion to Officer Adam Hassan during a staff ceremony.
Officers before a raid operation, 2005
27 September 2005 — Immigration officers gathered before a raid operation, wearing civilian attire to remain undercover.
Maahefun picnic, 2005
2005 — Officers pose for a group photo during a traditional Maahefun picnic held before Ramadan, attended by Controller Ibrahim Shafiu and senior management.
Organising team of the 2nd SAARC Immigration Authorities Meeting, 2007
27 June 2007 — Officers of the organising team for the 2nd SAARC Immigration Authorities Meeting, the first SAARC immigration forum hosted in the Maldives.
Launch of the first e-Passport on the 42nd Independence Day, 2007
26 July 2007 — Officers welcome President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom and First Lady Nasreena Ibrahim at the launch of the Maldives' first e-Passport on the 42nd Independence Day.
Graduates of the Advanced Certificate in Immigration Enforcement Studies, 2007
12 September 2007 — Graduates of the Advanced Certificate in Immigration Enforcement Studies pose for a group photograph during the graduation ceremony.
Workshop on fraudulent travel documents, 2008
16 March 2008 — Officers participate in a workshop on fraudulent travel documents held in collaboration with the Australian and Canadian High Commissions.
Champions of the 11th Immigration Cup, 2008
22 November 2008 — Champions of the 11th Immigration Cup pose with their trophy alongside Controller Ilyas Hussain Ibrahim. The Immigration Cup remains the organisation's longest-running tournament.
Staff Appreciation Certificate presented to Ahmed Shihab, 2008
2008 — Deputy Controller Abdulla Waheed presents a Staff Appreciation Certificate to Immigration Officer Ahmed Shihab during a General Staff Meeting.
President Nasheed visits the Immigration stall at the Democracy Fair, 2009
November 2009 — President Mohamed Nasheed visits the Immigration stall at the Democracy Fair, held to mark the first anniversary of democratic governance in the Maldives.

2010s

Controller's Meeting with All Staff, 2011
26 May 2011 — Controller Abdulla Shahid addresses officers during the Controller's Meeting with All Staff.
New Year friendly football match, 2014
2 January 2014 — Officers and Controller General Uza. Hassan Ali pose for a group photograph following a friendly football match held to mark the New Year.
Epaulette handover ceremony, 2014
10 June 2014 — Officers receiving their ranks during the epaulette handover ceremony held following the restructuring of the department's organisational hierarchy under Controller Uza. Hassan Ali.
Immigration officers during the Maldives Water Crisis response, 2014
Volunteers organising water bottles Volunteers gathered outdoors Volunteers joining hands
11 December 2014 — Immigration officers join hands with the Maldives Red Crescent during the Maldives Water Crisis response.
Chinese Ambassador Cup opening ceremony, 2015
16 November 2015 — Officers participating in the Chinese Ambassador Cup pose for a group photograph during the opening ceremony with the Chinese Ambassador and Controller General Mohamed Anwar.
Inauguration of the Business Visa Service in Addu City, 2019
31 January 2019 — Group photograph of Immigration officers in Addu City with Controller General Mohamed Ahmed Hussain and senior management during the inauguration of the Business Visa Service in Addu City.
Kashavaru annual achievements celebration, 2019
30 December 2019 — Officers pose for a group photograph with Controller General Mohamed Ahmed Hussain during the 'Kashavaru' event, a celebration marking the organisation's annual achievements.

2020s

KokaaAvi 2022 staff recreation event
26 March 2022 — Group photograph from 'KokaaAvi 2022', a staff recreation and team-building event organised to mark International Women's Day.
Long Service Recognition Awards, 2022
4 November 2022 — A highlight from the #BlingItOn-themed Baahiyythari staff event, where Long Service Recognition Awards were presented to officers with more than twenty years of service.
The first Bondimaskaashi event, 2024 Officers at the Bondimaskaashi event
27 February 2024 — The first "Bondimaskaashi" event, marking the beginning of an annual tradition held before Ramadan as part of the Maahefun celebrations.
Closing ceremony of the Feathers Cup 2024
7 December 2024 — Controller General of Immigration, Mohamed Shamaan Waheed, Club Immigration Vice President Mohamed Anas Ibrahim, champion and runner-up teams, and colleagues at the closing ceremony of the Feathers Cup 2024.
Engagement session with Minister Ali Ihusaan, 2025
3 September 2025 — Minister of Homeland Security and Technology, Hon. Ali Ihusaan, with officers during a special engagement session held to discuss workplace concerns and challenges.
Launch of the Serve with a Smile, Integrity First and Uphold Humanity campaigns Officers at the campaigns launch
21 August 2025 — Controller General of Immigration, CP (Retd) Ahmed Faseeh, with officers during the launch of the "Serve with a Smile", "Integrity First", and "Uphold Humanity" campaigns, aimed at strengthening the organization's core values and service excellence.
Inauguration of e-Gate services at Velana International Airport, 2025
31 December 2025 — Controller General of Immigration, CP (Retd) Ahmed Faseeh, Commissioner of Police Ismail Naveen, CEO and Managing Director of MACL Ibrahim Shareef Mohamed, and Immigration officers at the inauguration of e-Gate services at Velana International Airport's new passenger terminal.