Minicoy

Elevated view over a green wooded shore, a pale fringing reef and surf breaking on the open sea — Minicoy · May 2015 · Photo: Anand.himani18, CC BY-SA 4.0

Can foreign nationals visit?

No — Indian citizens only.

Foreign nationals (with a tourist visa) may visit Agatti, Bangaram and Kadmat only. Indian citizens may visit the islands listed on their permit.✓ Verified · 13 Sep 2026 · lakshadweep.gov.in

⇄ Sources disagree

The official tourism page (updated 4 Sep 2026) names Agatti, Bangaram and Kadmat. The 1967 Entry Rules say Kadmat, Agatti and notified uninhabited islands. Other source

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How to get there

The voyage from Kochi takes 14–18 hours, depending on the island.✓ Verified · 13 Sep 2026 · lakshadweep.gov.in

Ship from Kochi, bunk≈ ₹2,100per person · seen 13 Sep 2026 · UT fare order

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Good to know

Cyclone Ockhi, a very severe cyclonic storm, passed about 90 km north of Minicoy on 1–2 Dec 2017.✓ Verified · 13 Sep 2026 · IMD RSMC New Delhi

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