Malta Guide: Visas & Permits

Which documents do you need when going abroad? What are the regulations on visas and residence permits? Our legal guide will help you understand the paperwork you need to complete before moving abroad.

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  Visa requirements

  Do you need a visa? How do you apply for it?

  Not everyone needs a visa for their stay in Malta. Read the following articles to find out which rules you must follow.

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  Travel visas

  Different types

  If you are only staying in Malta for leisure, you might need a travel visa. There are three main types of travel visa available.

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  Work visas & permits

  Applications and requirements

  Employment licenses (formerly known as work permits) are issued by the Employment and Training Corporation (ETC). These are required in order to work in Malta legally and are applied for by the employer, not the job-seeker.

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  Student Visas

  What is a student visa and how do you apply for it?

  Student visas are required for all students travelling to study in or visit Malta. Some nationalities (including EU nationals) only need a student visa for stays of more than three months.

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  Residency

  How to apply for a residency permit.

  In Malta there are two options of residency available - ordinary residency and permanent residency.

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  Maltese Identity Card

  Requirements

  Maltese citizens are required to carry with them an identity card which is issued at 14, updated at 16 and compulsory at 18 years of age.

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  Citizenship

  Naturalisation process and requirements

  Maltese citizenship can be obtained in a variety of ways. This article gives you an overview of the most common procedures.

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  Drivers license

  Validity and exchange of foreign driving licenses

  Many foreign driving licenses are valid in Malta. It is also possible to exchange your current license for a Maltese one.

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