Applying for a Malta visa from the UK is sorted with MALTA VISAS. The streamlined process includes just 4 steps:
As per Schengen rules, after Brexit, UK citizens are exempt from the requirement of a Malta visa appointment and they can enter the country visa-free for a short duration. They can stay in Malta for up to 90 days in a 180-day period.
As per Schengen regulations, if you are a UK resident having a UK eVisa/ share code (BRP) and transiting through Malta to a non-Schengen country, then you are required to have a Malta transit visa. This is required to have a valid layover and stay in the airport area till you depart via connecting flight.
You can directly apply for a Malta Visa from MALTA VISAS by clicking on the” Apply Online” button. Our experts will contact you and book your visa appointment at the Visa Centre.
Yes, group bookings are available for families or groups traveling together. You can easily do so by clicking the “Apply Online” button in MALTA VISAS.
To avoid the delays, you must apply up to 6 months before your travel date. It is best to apply for a Malta visa at least 3-4 weeks in advance.
No. The Malta transit visa does not allow you to leave the International airport area. If you are planning to exit the airport, you need to have a Type C short-stay Schengen visa.
To apply for a Malta transit visa, you must submit the following paperwork:
Apart from these documents, make sure to go through the GENERAL AND SOME ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS if required.
Yes. You must have Schengen travel insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000, and this is a mandatory document for the Malta transit visa.
If you are transiting in more than one Schengen country, then the visas issued are:
Multiple transit visa: Permits you to transit through several Schengen countries.
Generally, it takes 10-15 working days for a Malta transit visa to be processed from the day of document submission.
The following travelers are exempt from having a Malta transit visa:
Absolutely, yes. A Malta visa for seafarers is issued for five days to travelers who will:
If your layover extends due to a delay in flight timing, Maltese authorities can allow you to remain in the airport area. However, it is recommended to consult the airport authorities or the airline immediately.
Mistakes in the visa application form can lead to problems in visa processing. If you spot the error before the visa appointment, then you have a chance to fill a new form, whereas after the appointment, you need to inform the centre about the mistake. The rest depends on the decision of the authorities.
No. If you are traveling to another Schengen country via Malta (a Schengen country), this shows that you are within the Schengen area, so you will require a short-stay (Type C) Schengen visa, not a transit visa.