How much does a Malta tourist visa cost?

For a Malta tourist visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult Schengen visa fee — €90; Child 6-11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; Family member of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen — free; VFS service fee — €27. Standard Schengen fee - Malta is a full Schengen member, so the visa is valid across the area - plus a VFS service fee of around GBP 25-30. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Malta tourist visa take to process?

A decision on a Malta tourist 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 tourist visa?

VFS Global Malta visa application centre in the UK. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.

What documents are required for a Malta tourist visa?

The Malta consular network lists: Valid passport, valid 3 months beyond the intended stay; Completed Schengen visa application form; ICAO-standard passport photo; Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 cover; Round-trip flight reservation; Proof of accommodation; Bank statements for the last 3 months; Employment letter or proof of income; Proof of UK residence status; Cover letter explaining the trip. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Malta tourist 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 tourist visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Malta tourist (schengen c) visa — used for short holiday or sightseeing trips of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. 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

€90

Typical decision

15 days

Appointments

Outsourced center

Where to apply for a Malta tourist visa

VFS Global Malta visa application centre in the UK.

Required documents

Valid passport, valid 3 months beyond the intended stay
Completed Schengen visa application form
ICAO-standard passport photo
Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 cover
Round-trip flight reservation
Proof of accommodation
Bank statements for the last 3 months
Employment letter or proof of income
Proof of UK residence status
Cover letter explaining the trip

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

Adult Schengen visa fee€90— Applicants aged 12 and over
Child 6-11€45— Reduced Schengen fee
Child under 6Free— Exempt
Family member of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizenFree— Directive 2004/38/EC
VFS service fee€27— Charged in GBP

Standard Schengen fee - Malta is a full Schengen member, so the visa is valid across the area - plus a VFS service fee of around GBP 25-30.

Booking an appointment

Book online through the VFS Global Malta UK portal; premium lounge and priority services are available at extra cost.

Practical tips

Apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 days before travel.

What is unusual about the Malta process

Unlike Cyprus, Malta is fully in Schengen, so this visa also covers travel to other Schengen states around your Malta trip.

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 tourist visa cost?: For a Malta tourist visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult Schengen visa fee — €90; Child 6-11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; Family member of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen — free; VFS service fee — €27. Standard Schengen fee - Malta is a full Schengen member, so the visa is valid across the area - plus a VFS service fee of around GBP 25-30. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Malta tourist visa take to process?: A decision on a Malta tourist 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 tourist visa?: VFS Global Malta visa application centre in the UK. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Malta tourist visa?: The Malta consular network lists: Valid passport, valid 3 months beyond the intended stay; Completed Schengen visa application form; ICAO-standard passport photo; Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 cover; Round-trip flight reservation; Proof of accommodation; Bank statements for the last 3 months; Employment letter or proof of income; Proof of UK residence status; Cover letter explaining the trip. 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 tourist visa?: Appointment model: Outsourced center. Book online through the VFS Global Malta UK portal; premium lounge and priority services are available at extra cost.
Can I apply for a Malta tourist 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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