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Malta visa requirements for British citizens

British citizens do not need a visa for Malta. Show your passport at the border and stay up to 90 days.

Passport

GBR

United Kingdom

Going to

MLT

Malta

No visa needed

People from eligible countries can visit without applying for a visa.

Visa
Not required
Max stay
90 days (3 months)
Fee
Free
Last updated
11 November 2026

What to do

  1. Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it.

  2. Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.

  3. Note the maximum stay and count your days in Malta.

Ways into Malta

Visit without a visa if eligible; otherwise apply before travel.

  • Visa not required For your passportVisa-free short visitPeople from eligible countries can visit without applying for a visa.
    Stay
    90 days
    Fee
    Free
    Entries
    Multiple

    How to apply

    1. Check your country's visa and passport rules.
    2. Bring your passport and proof of your visit.
    3. Show your documents at border control.

    Documents required

    • Passport issued within past 10 years
    • Passport valid 90 days after departure
    • Proof of visit
    • Proof of funds
    • The 90-day limit covers all Schengen countries together, in any 180 days.
    • Some countries require specific passports; check before travel.
    Official page
  • Visa not requiredSchengen document entryPeople with a valid Schengen residence permit or long-stay visa can make short visits.
    Stay
    90 days
    Fee
    Free

    How to apply

    1. Check that your permit or visa is still valid.
    2. Bring your passport and permit or visa.

    Documents required

    • Valid passport
    • Valid Schengen residence permit
    • Or valid Schengen long-stay visa
    • Stay up to 90 days in any 180 days.
    • A UK residence permit or Cyprus visa or permit alone does not qualify.
    Official page
  • Visa on arrivalEmergency border visaBorder staff may grant a visa when unexpected, serious reasons prevented applying earlier.
    Stay
    15 days

    How to apply

    1. Explain why you could not apply before travel.
    2. Show proof of the emergency and your planned departure.
    3. Let border staff assess your case.

    Documents required

    • Travel document
    • Proof of emergency
    • Proof of planned departure
    • Border staff decide; this is not a routine visa-on-arrival service.
    • Transit permission covers only the time needed to pass through.
    Official page
Sources (38)Last updated 11 November 2026

Embassies for this trip

For lost passports and emergencies.

All embassies

  • High commission

    British High Commission Malta

    Whitehall Mansions, Ta’ Xbiex Seafront

    gov.uk

Coming from United Kingdom

  • Plugs GAdapter for some
  • MoneyEUR €
  • Time+9h
  • DrivingOn the leftSame as home
  • LanguageEnglishSpoken at home too
  • Emergency112 police

Planning your Malta trip

Best time to go: Summer suits visitors who want hot, dry weather. Winters are wet and windy. Diving, snorkelling and tennis are available all year.

  • MdinaThe old capital has fortress walls, historic architecture and wide views. It is especially peaceful in the evening.
  • VallettaMalta's capital has museums, cultural sites and shops.
  • St John's Co-CathedralSee Caravaggio paintings, tapestries and the tombs of famous knights. The crypt is closed to tourists.
  • Megalithic TemplesThese ancient buildings are on the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization's World Heritage List. Sites include Ggantija, Hagar Qim, Mnajdra and Tarxien.
Read the full Malta guide

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About Malta

Malta is an island republic in the central Mediterranean, south of Sicily and north of Libya.

Capital
Valletta
Money
Euro (€)
Languages
English, Maltese
Time zone
UTC+01:00
Cars drive on the
left side
Calling code
+356
Read the Malta guide

Other Europe passports

Going to Malta

Easier trips nearby

Places close to Malta with simpler entry for you.

AndorraVisa not required 
CyprusVisa not required90 days
GreeceVisa not required90 days
ItalyVisa not required90 days
PortugalVisa not required90 days
San MarinoVisa not required 
SpainVisa not required90 days
Vatican CityVisa not required 

Questions

Do british citizens need a visa for Malta?

British citizens do not need a visa for Malta. Show your passport at the border and stay up to 90 days.

How long can british citizens stay in Malta?

Up to 90 days each visit with the no visa needed rule. Staying longer can mean a fine or a ban from coming back.

Do maltese citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?

Maltese citizens need an eTA, a short online form, before flying to the United Kingdom.

Do other Europe passports get easier entry to Malta?

Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium Bosnia and Herzegovina, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.

Which countries near Malta are easier for british citizens?

Andorra, Cyprus, Greece, Italy Portugal, and 3 more let british citizens in without applying before travel.

What should I carry to Malta?

Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it. Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.

What money is used in Malta?

Euro (€). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.

What language do people speak in Malta?

English and Maltese.

How strong is the United Kingdom passport?

It ranks #7 and reaches 155 destinations without applying ahead.

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