How long does a Malta family visit visa take to process?

A decision on a Malta family visit visa typically takes around 15 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.

What documents are required for a Malta family visit visa?

The Malta consular network lists: Valid passport; Completed application form; Proof of the family relationship; The EU/EEA sponsor's ID and proof of residence; Invitation letter; Travel insurance; Flight itinerary; Proof of accommodation; Bank statements; Passport photo. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Malta family visit visa from the United Kingdom?

Yes. We list 2 submission points in the UK for Malta, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

Malta family visit visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Malta family visit visa — used for visiting relatives or a partner, including family members of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens. Every field below is taken from our editor-verified country record and reflects what the Malta consular network publishes for applicants of any nationality. You apply in the country where you legally reside, so exact centres and service fees can differ locally.

Consular fee

€0

Typical decision

15 days

Appointments

Outsourced center

Where to apply for a Malta family visit visa

VFS Global Malta centre in the UK for ordinary family visits; free-movement applications by family members of EU/EEA citizens are handled by Identita's Central Visa Unit.

Required documents

Valid passport
Completed application form
Proof of the family relationship
The EU/EEA sponsor's ID and proof of residence
Invitation letter
Travel insurance
Flight itinerary
Proof of accommodation
Bank statements
Passport photo

Turn this list into a tick-off checklist on the checklist page, which also flags which items are mandatory and which are only advisable.

Fees, reductions and exemptions

Family member of an EU/EEA citizenFree— Facilitated entry under the free movement directive
Ordinary family visit visa€90— Standard Schengen fee
VFS service fee€27— Charged in GBP

Free for family members of EU/EEA citizens exercising free movement; otherwise the standard EUR 90 Schengen fee applies.

Booking an appointment

Book through VFS. Facilitated EU-family applications are reviewed by the Central Visa Unit and sit outside the standard Schengen queue.

Practical tips

If your sponsor is an EU/EEA or Maltese national exercising treaty rights, request facilitated fee-free processing in writing when you book.

What is unusual about the Malta process

Facilitated family cases are pulled out of the normal VFS Schengen queue and handled separately by the Central Visa Unit.

Official sources

If you are applying from the United Kingdom

London — VFS Global — Malta Visa Application Centre
66 Wilson Street, London EC2A 2BT
All Maltese visa categories for UK residents.
London — High Commission of Malta
Malta House, 36-38 Piccadilly, London W1J 0LE
Consular services and document legalisation.

Applying from somewhere else? Use the consulate that covers your country of legal residence — the requirements above still apply.

Updated today against official Malta consular sources. Requirements can change without notice — always confirm before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Malta family visit visa cost?: For a Malta family visit visa, there is no consular fee. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Family member of an EU/EEA citizen — free; Ordinary family visit visa — €90; VFS service fee — €27. Free for family members of EU/EEA citizens exercising free movement; otherwise the standard EUR 90 Schengen fee applies. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Malta family visit visa take to process?: A decision on a Malta family visit visa typically takes around 15 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.
Where do I apply for a Malta family visit visa?: VFS Global Malta centre in the UK for ordinary family visits; free-movement applications by family members of EU/EEA citizens are handled by Identita's Central Visa Unit. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Malta family visit visa?: The Malta consular network lists: Valid passport; Completed application form; Proof of the family relationship; The EU/EEA sponsor's ID and proof of residence; Invitation letter; Travel insurance; Flight itinerary; Proof of accommodation; Bank statements; Passport photo. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.
How do appointments work for a Malta family visit visa?: Appointment model: Outsourced center. Book through VFS. Facilitated EU-family applications are reviewed by the Central Visa Unit and sit outside the standard Schengen queue.
Can I apply for a Malta family visit visa from the United Kingdom?: Yes. We list 2 submission points in the UK for Malta, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

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