🇲🇹Malta Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Malta?
It depends on your passport. Out of 198 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 93 enter Malta visa-free and 105 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
93
nationalities
Consular visa
105
nationalities
Check the rule for your nationality
Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for Malta
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- Same-day
- Fee:
- 90 EUR
Data updated on · Official source
Pick your nationality to see the rule
Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Coming up: announced entry rules
- Europe: ETIAS travel authorisationExpected by the EU in the last quarter of 2026
Visa-exempt travellers will need to apply online (€20) before entering any of the 30 countries concerned. Applications are not open yet: beware of websites already selling it. Official EU website
Insurance requiredInsurance for the Schengen visa (AXA Schengen)
If your passport needs a Schengen visa, it is a required document of the file: at least €30,000 of medical expenses. Any compliant insurer is accepted; AXA Schengen is one. Only the consulate decides whether the certificate is acceptable.
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Malta visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Malta applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- TunisiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TogoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- United KingdomVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- ItalyVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- RussiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- GermanyVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- MoroccoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CanadaVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TurkeyVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- FranceVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Democratic Republic of the CongoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- PortugalVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- HungaryVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- SenegalVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Côte d'IvoireVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CameroonVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- AlgeriaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- BeninVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Burkina FasoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- GuineaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
Malta visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Malta publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days per 180-day period | 90 EUR | 15-45 days | Portal | |
| Key Employee Initiative | Work | 1 year | 600 EUR | 5 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Nomad Residence Permit | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 300 EUR | 30 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Specialist Employee Initiative | Work | 3 years | 600 EUR | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 100-200 EUR | 90 days | Portal | |
| Family Reunification | Family | 1 year | 120 days | Portal | ||
| Malta Permanent Residence Programme | Investor | Permanent | 60,000 EUR | 6-9 months | Multiple | Portal |
| Airport transit visa | Transit | Same-day | 90 EUR | 15 days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Valletta
Population
542,051
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
Maltese, English
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+356
Timezone
Europe/Malta
Area
316 km²
Government
Parliamentary republic
National day
21 September - Independence Day
Internet domain
.mt
About
Malta is a small island state in the central Mediterranean consisting of several islands. It is a parliamentary republic and a member of the European Union. The country is known for its rich historical heritage and crystal-clear waters.
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid wearing visible valuables
- Stay vigilant in tourist areas
Terrorism(Low)
- Follow local and international authorities' advice
Transport
- Use official taxis
- Check routes
Natural risks(Low risks: occasional droughts)
- Follow weather alerts
Health(Good quality healthcare system)
- No specific vaccines required
- Travel insurance recommended
Practical tips
- Obtain comprehensive travel insurance
- Respect strict local drug laws
- Download the emergency app 112
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Valletta · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
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Emergency numbers
Practical information
Left
safe
5-10% in restaurants if not included
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Guides to prepare your trip
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Malta?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Malta across 198 nationalities: 93 visa-free, 105 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Malta visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 90 EUR (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Malta?▾
Malta issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid Same-day. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Malta?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall low security level, safe country for tourists.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Malta?▾
The official currency is Euro (EUR €). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Malta?▾
The capital of Malta is Valletta. The main spoken languages are: Maltese, English.
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