Visa Information

Overview

Persons applying for employment in Malta require a Kuwait residential permit with a validity of a minimum of 6 weeks from date of application. Holders of employment visa have the obligation to apply for a residence permit to Malta immediately after their first entry to the country.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

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

Visa Fees

Please Note: There is an additional service charge equivalent in local currency per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants. Please refer below grid for all applicable charges.

You will pay the visa fee when booking the appointment on the VFS website and the VFS service fee at the application center.

All VFS Fee will be collected in local currency (Cash and QRIS)

• The applicable visa fee in local currency is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
• The applicable vfs fee in local currency is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
• All fees are non-refundable

Documents Required

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

Please ensure all the documents are submitted as per the below checklist:

	Visa Requirements - D visa (in person)
	Documentation required for temporary employment in Malta

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain light-White background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.

Resolution

• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).
  Attaching the Photo to the Application form
• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Note : If children are traveling with their parents and are included inside the passport of the mother and/or the father, one photograph for each children MUST be glued to the application form of the father or the mother, depending on whom are they traveling with.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

Click here to your application with Identity Malta Agency online. Use the Reference Number present on the invoice/receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre along with your date of birth to access this service.

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

The application form for Malta can be downloaded from the below link.

Application Form

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

Visa Fees

There is an additional service charge equivalent in local currency per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants. Please refer below grid for all applicable charges.

You will pay the visa fee when booking the appointment on the VFS website and the VFS service fee at the application center.

All VFS Fee will be collected in local currency (Cash and QRIS)

• The applicable visa fee in local currency is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
• The applicable vfs fee in local currency is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
• All fees are non-refundable

Documents Required

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

Please ensure all the documents are submitted as per the below checklist:

Visa Requirements - D visa (in person)

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain light-White background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.

Resolution

• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Group Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).
  Attaching the Photo to the Application form
• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Note : If children are traveling with their parents and are included inside the passport of the mother and/or the father, one photograph for each children MUST be glued to the application form of the father or the mother, depending on whom are they traveling with.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

Click here to your application with Identity Malta Agency online. Use the Reference Number present on the invoice/receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre along with your date of birth to access this service.

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

The application form for Malta can be downloaded from the below link.

Application Form

Overview

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.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

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

Visa Fees

Please Note: There is an additional service charge equivalent in local currency per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants. Please refer below grid for all applicable charges.

You will pay the visa fee when booking the appointment on the VFS website and the VFS service fee at the application center.

All VFS Fee will be collected in local currency (Cash and QRIS)

• The applicable visa fee in local currency is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
• The applicable vfs fee in local currency is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
• All fees are non-refundable

Documents Required

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

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.

Please ensure all the documents are submitted as per the below checklist:

Visa Requirements - D visa (in person)

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain light-White background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.

Resolution

• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Group Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).
  Attaching the Photo to the Application form
• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Note : If children are traveling with their parents and are included inside the passport of the mother and/or the father, one photograph for each children MUST be glued to the application form of the father or the mother, depending on whom are they traveling with.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

Click here to your application with Identity Malta Agency online. Use the Reference Number present on the invoice/receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre along with your date of birth to access this service.

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

The application form for Malta can be downloaded from the below link.

Application Form

Overview

Please note that before applying for an appointment for “Other” category, please read through the correct checklist and keep your documents ready for your appointment.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

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

VISA FEES

Please Note: There is an additional service charge equivalent in local currency per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants. Please refer document for all applicable charges.

You will pay the visa fee when booking the appointment on the VFS website and the VFS service fee at the application center.

All VFS Fee will be collected in local currency (Cash and QRIS)

• The applicable visa fee in local currency is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
• The applicable vfs fee in local currency is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
• All fees are non-refundable

Documents Required

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

Please ensure all the documents are submitted as per the below checklist:

	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR ADOPTION VISA
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR BUSINESS VISAS
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR CITIZENSHIP/RESIDENCE PROGRAMMES
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR COURT VISA
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR CULTURAL VISIT VISA
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR SPORT ACTIVITIES VISA
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR FAMILY MEMBERS (SPOUSE – WIFE/HUSBAND/REGISTERED PARTNER)
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR LONG TERM NON-TOURISM
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR TRAINING VISIT VISA
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR HUMANITARIAN VISA
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR MEDICAL VISAS
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR OFFICIAL/POLITICAL VISA
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR RELIGIOUS VISA
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH VISA
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR DIPLOMATIC VISA
	DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR LOST DOCUMENTS TO RE-ENTER MALTA
	Declaration of refusal letter

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain light-White background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.

Resolution

• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Group Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).
  Attaching the Photo to the Application form
• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Note : If children are traveling with their parents and are included inside the passport of the mother and/or the father, one photograph for each children MUST be glued to the application form of the father or the mother, depending on whom are they traveling with.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

Click here to your application with Identity Malta Agency online. Use the Reference Number present on the invoice/receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre along with your date of birth to access this service.

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

The application form for Malta can be downloaded from the below link.

Application Form