Republic of Maldives
Protecting the nation, serving its people
The Ministry of Defence and National Service leads national security policy and oversees the institutions that keep the Maldives safe at sea, in the air and on land.
Notice board
Announcements, press releases, open tenders and vacancies in one place.
- Maldives National Services 5 Apr 2026 Announcements
- Maldives National Service 9 Mar 2026 Announcements
- Opening hours during ramadan 1447 7 Mar 2026 Announcements
- Application for National Service Program 30 Apr 2025 Announcements
- Drone operation Iulaan (IUL)28-AD-1/1/2024/60 18 May 2024 Announcements
- Commencement of Maldives National Service 8 Jul 2025 Press Release
- Maldives to receive guardian class patrol boat from Australia 2 Jun 2025 Press Release
- Turkiye provides military vessel to the Maldives under grant aid 12 Apr 2025 Press Release
- Press Release 18 Sep 2024 Press Release
- Supply and Delivery of 02 Genset (IUL)28-FA-1/1/2026/264 19 Aug 2026 Processing Closed
- Supply and Delivery of a Power Distribution Panel (IUL)28-FA-1/1/2026/ 263 19 Aug 2026 Processing Closed
- Supply, Delivery and Installation of a Passenger Lift (IUL)28-FA-1/1/2026/262 19 Aug 2026 Processing Closed
- Supply and Delivery of a Carpet Cleaning Machine (IUL)28-FA-1/1/2026/261 19 Aug 2026 Processing Closed
- Supply and Delivery of 50 PC (IUL)28-FA-1/1/2026/259 19 Aug 2026 Processing Closed
- Senior Chemical Management Officer (IUL)28-PM- 1 /1 /2026/343 29 Oct 2026 7 days left
- Senior Chemical Management Officer (IUL)28-PM- 1 /1 /2026/327 11 Oct 2026 Closed
- Director, Human Resources (IUL)28-PM-1/1/2026/267 23 Aug 2026 Closed
- Director, Human Resources (IUL)28-PM-1/1/2026/260 16 Aug 2026 Closed
- Senior Human Resource Officer UL)28-PM-1/1/2026/258 16 Aug 2026 Closed
One ministry, five institutions
We work to make the Maldives a stronger and more resilient nation, together with the institutions under the ministry.
Our vision
The capability to safeguard the independence and sovereignty of the Maldives, protect the Constitution and the laws, uphold the rule of law and save the lives of its people.
Our mission
- Protect the Maldives and its Constitution, and uphold the government established under it.
- Plan and carry out national security policy.
- Defend and watch over the Maldives' exclusive economic zone and territory.
- Build the systems, and recruit the capable staff, to serve the public and the rest of government well.
- Oversee the institutions under the ministry and work alongside them.
Services and permits
Permits, inspections and reports the ministry issues to businesses and the public.
Safety and Security of Ships
Obtaining/Renewing Local Coordinating Agent Permit Obtaining/Renewing Local Coordinating Agent PermitAdministrative Services
Application for Permission to Work in Green Zone Permit to Operate Drone Obtaining Information Under the Right to Information ActMaritime Safety Related Services
Permit to Import FlareFire Safety Related Services
Issuance of Reports on Fire Incidents and Marine Vessel Accidents Inspection of Fire Safety in Buildings and Blueprints Application for Permit to Trade Handle and Store Fuel Approval of Fire Safety Equipment/ Specification Permit for Import of and Assistance with Fireworks MaterialsIn pictures
Passing-out parade of 73rd batch of MNDF Basic Training Course
Officer in Charge of UNODC pays a courtesy call on Minister of Defence and National Service
Defence Minister meets with Saudi Defence Minister
Defence Minister meets with Deputy Military Commander of IMCTC
Discussion meeting held regarding ongoing collaborative projects in Dhiyamigili