Maldives Immigration has revealed two Bangladeshi men involved in illegal foreign exchange activities have been detained in the Maldives.
The arrests were made during a special raid operation conducted by Immigration officials and Maldives Police Service in the USD ATM near social centre in Male' lon July 3. Immigration authorities disclosed that the two individuals are currently being questioned as part of ongoing investigations and were also found to be living in the country illegally.
A special raid operation was held near the USD ATM in Male' earlier last night, and two illegal expatriates who were extensively involved in foreign exchange activities were detained for further investigation. We appreciate the assistance from @PoliceMv during the operation.… pic.twitter.com/a5sXS4SJge
— Maldives Immigration (@ImmigrationMV) July 4, 2024
Earlier this year, in March 9, Immigration detained and deported expatriates who were engaged in foreign exchange activities. They were 6 expatriates from Bangladesh who were living in the Maldives illegally.