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Malta visas

Malta business visa

Eligible travellers can make short business visits to Malta without a visa. Other visitors use the Schengen short-stay visa route.

Ways to get a Malta business visa

  1. Visa-free business visit

    No visa needed

    Ordinary passport holders from the listed visa-waiver countries and territories can make short business visits.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.

  2. Schengen short-stay visa for business

    Visa needed

    Business visitors who need a short-stay visa can apply.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
    Valid for
    Usually the intended trip for new applicants; up to five years for qualifying multiple-entry visas.
    Entries
    One, two or multiple entries.
    Fee
    €90 normally; other fee rules may apply. An external service fee of up to €120 may be added.
    Processing
    15 calendar days for an admissible application with no issues; delays can occur.
    1. Apply to the embassy or consulate responsible for your main Schengen destination.
    2. Submit the application no earlier than six months before entry.
    3. Attend in person for your first application, provide biometrics if required and pay the applicable fee.

Who needs it

Business visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry or another exemption need a Schengen visa.

Who doesn't

Ordinary passport holders from the listed visa-waiver countries can visit for business for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

How to apply

  1. Apply to Malta's embassy or consulate if Malta is your main destination. If there is no main destination, apply to your first Schengen country.
  2. Submit the application no earlier than six months before entry.
  3. Attend in person for a first application and provide biometrics if required.
  4. Pay the applicable fee and wait for the decision.

What to bring

  • A recognised travel document.
  • Supporting documents for the application; no business-specific checklist is given.
  • Fingerprints and a digital photograph if required.

Good to know

  • Count short business and holiday stays across the Schengen Area together.
  • A valid Schengen short-stay visa issued by another member country can cover Malta unless marked otherwise.
  • An appointed service provider may charge an additional fee of up to €120.

Questions

Do I need a business visa for Malta?

Business visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry or another exemption need a Schengen visa. Ordinary passport holders from the listed visa-waiver countries can visit for business for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

What are the ways to get a business visa for Malta?

There are 2 options: Visa-free business visit (no visa at all); Schengen short-stay visa for business (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Malta without a business visa?

Ordinary passport holders from the listed visa-waiver countries and territories can make short business visits.

How long can I stay on a Malta business visa?

Up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.

How much does a Malta business visa cost?

Standard Schengen visa fee: €90. Exemptions, reductions and higher fees can apply.

How long does a Malta business visa take?

15 calendar days for an admissible visa application with no issues; delays can occur.

How long is a Malta business visa valid?

Usually the intended trip for new visa applicants; qualifying multiple-entry visas can last up to five years. Entries: One, two or multiple entries for a Schengen visa..

What documents do I need for a Malta business visa?

A recognised travel document.; Supporting documents for the application; no business-specific checklist is given.; Fingerprints and a digital photograph if required..

How do I apply for a Malta business visa?

1. 1. Apply to Malta's embassy or consulate if Malta is your main destination. If there is no main destination, apply to your first Schengen country. 2. 2. Submit the application no earlier than six months before entry. 3. 3. Attend in person for a first application and provide biometrics if required. 4. 4. Pay the applicable fee and wait for the decision.

What rules do I have to follow on a Malta business visa?

Count short business and holiday stays across the Schengen Area together.

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