Immigration to expand operations as expats flee to islands

Immigration's crackdown on expatriates who are residing in the in Malé in violation of the country's immigration regulations has prompted them to flee to the atolls, leading Immigration to expand operations there, said Immigration Controller Mohamed Shamman, adding that locals aiding expatriates will also face action.

Speaking with the press after Wednesday's operations, Shamman stated that the agency is receiving tips about expatriates leaving the capital city.