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Ibrahim Nasir Intl (VRMM/MLE) — Male, Maldives

At a glance

Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
Jet A-1
Tower
118.1
Runways
18/36
Elevation
6 ft

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Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 7/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: VRMM
  • Name: Ibrahim Nasir Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 4.19183
  • Longitude: 73.529099
  • Elevation: 6 ft
  • Country: Maldives
  • Municipality: Male
  • IATA Code: MLE
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Indian/Maldives
  • Distance from City: 2.6 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 18/36

  • Designation: 18/36
  • Dimensions: 10499 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.100 MHz
  • Ground: 121.600 MHz
  • Operations: 119.700 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday N/A
Tuesday N/A
Wednesday N/A
Thursday N/A
Friday N/A
Saturday N/A
Sunday N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.airports.com.mv/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: MACL Operations; PPR recommended for non-scheduled flights. Parking slots must be confirmed in advance especially during peak season.
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Calculated by MTOW; approx USD 6.00/ton for international
  • Parking Fee: USD 2.00/ton per 4h block; first 2h free
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: Operated by MACL (Maldives Airports Company Ltd). Built on Hulhule island. Limited apron space; parking availability constrained during peak tourist season (Dec-Apr). Fees in USD.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Supplied by Fuel Supplies Maldives (FSM). Island supply chain; prices higher than mainland alternatives. Advance coordination essential during peak season.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Full CIQ at international terminal. 30-day visa on arrival for all nationalities with confirmed accommodation. Traveller Declaration form required. APIS required.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No formal curfew. Single runway 18/36. Very limited parking/apron space. Peak season congestion (November-April). Seaplane operations in adjacent area. Chapter 2 banned.

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Maldives Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 2d Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 24 hours minimum for non-scheduled private flights; 48 working hours for commercial operations
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours minimum prior to scheduled departure
Private / GA Operations:

Prior permission required. 24-hour minimum advance notice for non-scheduled private overflight. Full documentation required.

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Active NOTAMs

A0285/26
caution
Only runway closed
RWY 18/36 CLSD DUE MAINT
2026-10-31 21:00 UTC 2027-01-30 23:45 UTC
A0284/26
critical Upcoming
Only runway closed
RWY 18/36 CLSD DUE MAINT
2026-10-27 19:00 UTC 2026-10-30 23:59 UTC
A0208/26
caution
Only runway closed
RWY 18/36 CLSD DUE MAINT
Between 2026-08-01 19:00 and 19:39 UTC Between 2026-10-31 23:40 and 23:59 UTC
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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at VRMM?
The tower frequency at Ibrahim Nasir Intl is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at VRMM?
Ibrahim Nasir Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does VRMM require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Ibrahim Nasir Intl (Maldives). Permit details for Maldives
Does VRMM require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Ibrahim Nasir Intl.
Where is VRMM located?
Ibrahim Nasir Intl (VRMM) is located in Male, Maldives.
What is the IATA code for VRMM?
The IATA code for Ibrahim Nasir Intl is MLE.
Does VRMM have an ILS approach?
Yes, Ibrahim Nasir Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 18/36.
Is VRMM a port of entry?
Yes, Ibrahim Nasir Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.