Malta Visa Appointment for Indians

Yes, Malta citizens must have a valid visa to visit Malta. They can apply for a Schengen visa, which allows short stays for tourism, business or family visits.

A Schengen visa allows individuals to enter, transit through, or stay within the Schengen Area, comprising the following 29 European countries: 

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

To apply for a Malta visa from Malta, the following documents are required:

• Completed and signed Malta visa application form. 

• One recent passport-sized photograph per the visa photo requirements. 

• A passport with at least two blank pages, valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area and issued within the last 10 years.

• Previous passports, if available. 

• Cover letter outlining your personal information, purpose of visit, financial means and intent to return. 

• A letter of introduction from the employer with a ‘No Objection Statement’ regarding your planned trip to Malta.

• Travel insurance with at least €30,000 coverage and valid for all Schengen countries. 

• Roundtrip tickets and proof of intra-Schengen travel (if applicable). 

• Hotel reservations or invitation letter, if invited. 

• Proof of sufficient financial means (bank account statements and pay slips for the last 3 months and tax records, if available). 

Note: Depending on the specific circumstances mentioned in the visa application, additional documents will be required.

Here’s how you can apply for a Malta: 

Step 1: Gather the required documents and ensure that each document is up-to-date. 

Step 2: Complete the Malta visa application form and retain a copy to submit during the appointment. 

Step 3: Visit the Malta visa application centre (VAC)’s official website to book an appointment at the nearest centre. 

Step 4: Attend your visa appointment and submit your biometrics, supporting documents and the fee. 

Step 5: After submission, you can also track your visa application status online on the VAC’s website. 

Step 6: Once your visa is approved, collect your passport with the visa sticker from the VAC.

The fees for a Malta Schengen visa are as follows:

• Adults: €90;

• Children (6-12 years): €45;

• Children below 6: Free.

Tip: Keep the exact visa fee ready in cash (in your local currency) during your appointment, as payment methods can vary depending on the visa application centre.

The Malta visa processing usually takes up to 15 working days but may take longer due to additional interviews, document requests, or high application volumes during peak travel seasons.

Minors applying for a Malta visa must provide the following additional documents:

• A consent letter, signed by both parents or legal guardians.

• Original passports of both the parents or legal guardians, along with copies.

• If applicable, valid Schengen visas for both parents or legal guardians.

• The birth certificate of the minor.

Proof of custody, if applicable.

Yes, Malta is part of the Schengen Area; hence, you can travel freely to other Schengen countries with a Malta visa.