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Employment visa

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Download Forms

  • Overview

    The extended service allows applicants wishing to apply for an Employment visa to book an appointment, for processing their application directly through the Central Visa Unit within Identita, Malta.

    Important Note: Incomplete applications will not be accepted over the counter.

  • VISA FEES

    Visa Category Visa Fee in INR Visa Fee in Euro
    Work permit – Extended 21,834* 250
    Work Permit - Standard 13,429* 150

    Please Note:

    • The applicable VISA Fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
    • The VISA Fees must be paid when booking your appointment on the VFS website
    • Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of 150 for Extended service and 100 euro for Standard service equivalent in Local currency as per the current exchange rate, at the visa application center during application process.
    • The VFS Service Charge can be paid via Cash/Visa/Master Card/Rupay at the application center @INR 13500/-
    • The VISA Fee and VFS Service Fees are Non-Refundable in case the VISA is refused.
    • All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.

    Optional Value-added services available at the application center -

    • Optional Courier service is available at INR 650/-.
    • Optional SMS service is available at INR 120/-.
    • Optional Premium Lounge service is available at INR 3200/-.
    • Optional Courier Assurance service is available at INR 200/-.
    • Optional Form Filling service is available at INR 2600/-.
    • VFS Charges (Logistics, Premium Lounge, Courier, SMS etc) are non-refundable.

    *Note: The services offered by VFS exclusively in relation to the submitting of the application do not have any effect on the issuance or refusal of the visa which is processed by the Central Visa unit, Identita, Malta

  • Documents Required

    1. Click here for the Checklist

      *The applicant shall ensure that prior to applying for an appointment on the online appointment portal for D-Visa Processing, a valid Approval in Principle (AIP) letter issued by Identita, Malta is in hand. The said AIP shall remain valid until the date of the appointment booking and shall be presented at the Visa Application Centre (VAC) offered by VFS. Any AIP letters which are deemed to have expired on the date of appointment shall not be accepted and as such it will not be possible for the applicant to proceed with the booked appointment. Any applicable fees paid at application stage are non-refundable. As per the instruction received from Identita, Malta, VFS Centers will not accept any application without the Identita, Malta Original work permit

      • Completed and signed visa application form duly filled in English.
      • One recent passport photo according to ICAO standard, white background; must be recent (not older than 6 months)
      • Original passport and copy of Valid Travel Document (should be valid for at least 8 months). Original passport and copy of Valid Travel Document (should be valid for at least 8 months)
    2. Confirmed Accommodation Reservation
    3. Confirmed air ticket/s. If ticket is presented, a copy is retained.
    4. Health Insurance acceptable in the Schengen Area (minimum coverage has to be 30,000 Euros) and which should cover the period of validity of visa.

    If you have not purchased, please click here.

    To Download a Form:

    1. Click on the form link
    2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

    OR

    1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
    2. Select Save Target As from the list
    3. Save the form on your computer.

    Click here for the photo specification

    Declaration of Proof Form

  • Photo Specifications

    Applicants Photograph will be captured at the VFs center as a part of his biometrics process. However applicants are instructed to carry one photograph along with them as per specification while they submit their application.

      Click here for the photo specification

  • Processing Time

    Kindly note that long stay visa applications for Malta require a minimum of 6 to 8 weeks of processing time. Therefore, please ensure that you begin the application process well in advance of your travel to Malta. For additional information on the status of your application please contact the Central visa unit helpdesk visit https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa or e-mail visa.identita@govt.mt

  • Download Forms

      Declaration of Proof Form

    To download the Application Form:

    1. Click on the form link
    2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

    OR

    1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
    2. Select Save Target As from the list
    3. Save the form on your computer.

    Click here for the Visa application form

Study

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Download Forms

  • Overview

    Please note that your appointment for Student visa must be booked by the Educational Institution you are applying with. Please get intouch with your respective point of contact at the Education Institute to proceed.

    Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

    It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

    Important Note: Incomplete application will not be accepted over the counter.

  • VISA FEES

    Visa Category Visa Fee in INR Visa Fee in Euro
    Student Visa – Standard 8,869* 100
    Student Visa - Extended 13,429* 150

    Please note that your appointment for Student visa must be booked by the Educational Institution you are applying with. Please get intouch with your respective point of contact at the Education Institute to proceed.


    Please Note:

    • The applicable VISA Fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
    • The VISA Fees must be paid when booking your appointment on the VFS website
    • Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of 150 for Extended service and 100 euro for Standard service equivalent in Local currency as per the current exchange rate
    • VFS Service Charge can be paid via Cash/Visa/Master Card/Rupay @INR 13500/-
    • The VISA Fee and VFS Service Fees are Non-Refundable in case the VISA is refused.
    • All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.

    Optional Value-added services -

    • Optional Courier service is available at INR 650/-.
    • Optional SMS service is available at INR 120/-.
    • Optional Premium Lounge service is available at INR 3200/-.
    • Optional Courier Assurance service is available at INR 200/-.
    • Optional Form Filling service is available at INR 2600/-.
    • VFS Charges (Logistics, Premium Lounge, Courier, SMS etc) are non-refundable.

    Note: The services offered by VFS exclusively in relation to the submitting of the application do not have any effect on the issuance or refusal of the visa which is processed by the The central visa unit, Identity Malta Agency .

  • Documents Required

    1. Click here for the checklist for Student Visa
      • Completed and signed visa application form duly filled in English.
      • One recent passport photo according to ICAO standard, white background; must be recent (not older than 6 months)
      • Original passport and copy of Valid Travel Document (should be valid for at least 8 months). Your passport must have at least TWO BLANK PAGES to affix the visa.
    2. Confirmed Accommodation Reservation
    3. Confirmed air ticket/s. If ticket is presented, a copy is retained.
    4. Health Insurance acceptable in the Schengen Area (minimum coverage has to be 30,000 Euros) and which should cover the period of validity of visa.

    Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here.

    To Download a Form:

    1. Click on the form link
    2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

    OR

    1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
    2. Select Save Target As from the list
    3. Save the form on your computer.

    Original passport and copy of Valid Travel Document (should be valid for at least 8 months).

  • Photo Specifications

    Applicants Photograph will be captured at the VFs center as a part of his biometrics process. However applicants are instructed to carry one photograph along with them as per specification while they submit their application.

      Click here for the photo specification

  • Processing Time

    Kindly note that long stay visa applications for Malta require a minimum of 6 to 8 weeks of processing time. Therefore, please ensure that you begin the application process well in advance of your travel to Malta. For additional information on the status of your application please contact the Central visa unit helpdesk visit https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa or e-mail visa.identita@govt.mt

  • Download Forms

    Click here for the Visa application form

Family Reunification

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Download Forms

  • Overview

    The extended service allows applicants wishing to apply for a family Reunification visa to book an appointment, for processing their application directly through the Central Visa Unit within Identita, Malta.

    Please note that before applying for an appointment for Family Reunification category, you must get your Family reunion certificate approved by Identità. Click here to begin the approval process for Family reunification certificate.

    Important Note: Incomplete applications will not be accepted over the counter.

  • VISA FEES

    Visa Category Visa Fee in INR Visa Fee in Euro
    Adult Visa – Standard 13,429* 150
    Adult Visa – Extended 21,834* 250
    Minors between the age of six (6) to twelve (12) years Standard & Extended 4,476* 50
    Minors between 0 – 6 Free of charge Free of charge

    • The applicable VISA Fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
    • The VISA Fees must be paid when booking your appointment on the VFS website
    • Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of 150 for Extended service and 100 euro for Standard service equivalent in Local currency as per the current exchange rate
    • VFS Service Charge can be paid via Cash/Visa/Master Card/Rupay @INR 13500/-
    • The VISA Fee and VFS Service Fees are Non-Refundable in case the VISA is refused.
    • All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.

    Optional Value-added services -

    • Optional Courier service is available at INR 650/-.
    • Optional SMS service is available at INR 120/-.
    • Optional Premium Lounge service is available at INR 3200/-.
    • Optional Courier Assurance service is available at INR 200/-.
    • Optional Form Filling service is available at INR 2600/-.
    • VFS Charges (Logistics, Premium Lounge, Courier, SMS etc) are non-refundable.

    Note: The services offered by VFS exclusively in relation to the submitting of the application do not have any effect on the issuance or refusal of the visa which is processed by the Central visa unit, Identita, Malta.

  • Documents Required

    The extended service allows applicants wishing to apply for a family Reunification visa to book an appointment, for processing their application directly through the Central Visa Unit within Identita, Malta

    Please note that before applying for an appointment for Family Reunification category, you must get your Family reunification certificate approved by Identità. Click here to begin the approval process for Family Reunion certificate.

    Click here for the detailed checklist

    Documents required for Family Reunification applications as advised by Central Visa Unit at Identita, Malta

    Family reunification certificate issued by Identita/DCEA

    Bank Statement

    Full Passport Copy

    Original marriage certificate legalized in the country of origin.

    Original birth certificate legalized in the country of origin.

    Letter of invitation from the spouse in Malta, legalized/notarized by a notary or a lawyer in Malta.

    Copy of the passport of the spouse in Malta Copy of the passport of the spouse/children in the country of origin.

  • Photo Specifications

    Applicants Photograph will be captured at the VFs center as a part of his biometrics process. However applicants are instructed to carry one photograph along with them as per specification while they submit their application.

    Children below the age of 1year need not be present in the Vac for biometrics process. However two photograph of the child needs to be submitted along with the application for further processing. Photo specification are given in the below link :

    Click here for the photo specification

    To Download a Form:

    1. Click on the form link
    2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

    OR

    1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
    2. Select Save Target As from the list
    3. Save the form on your computer.

  • Processing Time

    Kindly note that long stay visa applications for Malta require a minimum of 6 to 8 weeks of processing time. Therefore, please ensure that you begin the application process well in advance of your travel to Malta. For additional information on the status of your application please contact the Central visa unit helpdesk visit https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa or e-mail visa.identita@govt.mt

  • Download Forms

      Declaration of Proof Form

    To download the Application Form:

    1. Click on the form link
    2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

    OR

    1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
    2. Select Save Target As from the list
    3. Save the form on your computer.

     Click here for the Visa application form

Other

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Download Forms