The Maldives Nursing Council is the regulatory body responsible to maintain order, consistency and control of the nursing profession and its practice in the country. The Council is formulated under the Parliament Act G 1/68 Official Chapter 1, within the rights given to the Ministry of Health, and approved by the Office of the President.

The Maldives Nursing Council, which has been formulated with the approval of the President's office, is an important constituent in the development of the nursing profession, since the profession is in dire need of a regulatory body to maintain the order, consistency, and control. In addition the formation of this Council will enhance and develop the standard, education and skills of those in the profession. Moreover the regulatory mechanism will ensure the quality of service and thus safeguard the public interest.