Expatriates arriving in Kulhudhuffushi increase amid Immigration crackdown

Kulhudhuffushi City Council said today that the influx of undocumented expatriates to the island has increased as enforcement operations have strengthened in the capital.

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Kulhudhuffushi City Council meets with Immigration and police on the island -- Photo: Kulhudhuffushi City Council

Malika Shahid

2024-08-28 14:47:31

The issue of expatriates fleeing to Haa Dhaalu atoll Kulhudhuffushi has intensified as Maldives Immigration ramped up its operation in Malé City to track down and deport undocumented expatriates working illegally.

Since November last year, 3,322 foreigners have been deported for various reasons, including a significant number of people involved in illegal business activities.

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