Depending upon their nationality, Students who wish to study in Malta for 90 days or less can do so without the need for a visa. To determine if you can travel to Malta without a visa please see the list of non visa required countries on the Malta Embassy website.

Source Accessed on 11.08.2022 : https://www.identitymalta.com/unit/central-visa-unit/#1564412046905-032919af-0287

If you do not require a visa, you can enter Malta for up to 90 days to complete the following activities:

• Summer School
• Internship
• Unpaid Internship
• Unpaid Traineeship
• Study Placement

If you are a UK Student or Non-EU/EEA Student, you will be called a Third-country nationals. If your course does not exceed 90 days, you will be issued with a Schengen Short-Stay Visa (C-Visa).

You will need to present his/her application at one of the submission points indicated below where the applicant resides or is legally present together with supporting documents:

• Directly at one of Malta’s missions or consular posts;
• At the premises of another Member State representing Malta, or;
• At the premises of an authorised External Service Provider.

Together with his/her application, the applicant is required to submit their biometric data.

If approved, the visa shall be granted based on a multiple entry visa for the duration of the entire course, plus a 7-day grace period, provided that the total amount does not exceed 90 days.

In normal circumstances, the processing time, from the date of submission of the application to the final decision on the application, shall not exceed the period of 15 working days.

Gather Your Documents

If you are a UK National and in need of a Schengen Visa to visit Malta, you will have to collect and submit documents to support their Schengen Visa application. Among these documents, there are the general Malta Visa requirements, and the documents that are required specifically for the visa type you are applying for.

To apply for your Schengen Visa, you will need to gather the following documents:

• Application Form
• A valid passport or travel document
• UK residency permit
• X2 passport photo
• Travel Health Insurance
• Travel Itinerary
• Proof of Accommodation
• Hotel Booking
• Rental Agreement
• Letter of Invitation
• Proof of financial means
• Bank Statement
• A sponsorship letter
• A valid passport or travel document EHIC/GHIC card or proof of application

Further information on gathering the necessary documents can be found on the official Schengen Webpage.

Further information regarding the Apostille and legalisation of foreign certificates can be found here.

How to apply?

You can apply for a Schengen Visa for Malta from the UK through:

• the VFS Centers in London, Manchester and Edinburgh (for tourism and business visas only).
• you will have to make an appointment, prior to showing up at one of their centres. Sometimes, especially during peak season when they are receiving a lot of applications, you will have to wait for a while for your appointment.

VFS Maltese Visa Application Centres in the UK

Visa applications for UK residents wishing to visit Malta can be filed at the VFS Visa Application Centres in the UK, located in London, Edinburgh and Manchester. All applications will be assessed by the Malta High Commission, London.

Every Malta visa application must be submitted in person and by appointment only, as explained above. Walk – in applications are not accepted, therefore, an appointment is obligatory.

Source accessed on 11.08.22 : https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/malta-visa/uk/

Extension of Stay

Student (including those TCNs who are visa exempt for 90 days) who apply for courses which exceed 90 calendar days are to be issued with a National Long Stay Visa (D-Visa).

You must present their application at one of the submission points indicated below:

1. Directly at one of Malta’s missions or consular posts
2. At the premises of an authorised External Service Provide.

You will need a Visa to temporarily remain in Malta for the duration if your studies. International Students intending to stay more than 90 days should apply for an e-Residence Permit upon arrival into Malta.

Gather Your Documents

To apply for your National D-Visa, you will need to gather the following documents:

• Completed and signed visa application form duly filled in English, together with one recent passport-sized photo;
• Valid passport, showing at least three blank pages, with a validity  period beyond the duration of the entire course plus three months;
• Proof of sufficient financial means which are equivalent to 75% of the national minimum wage for every month of study;
• Air ticket/s to the final destination with the return trip, where applicable.
• Host/hotel confirmation for the duration of the course;
• Letter of sponsorship, including a copy of the identification document and contact details of sponsor/s, if the applicant is sponsored by a third party;
• Proof of scholarship, if applicable.
• Students who are not pursuing a higher-education qualification must provide an enrolment/ acceptance letter from a local education institution licensed by the national regulator. For courses below MQF level 5, the documentation must include a confirmation that the student will be covering a minimum of 15 contact hours per week, a copy of the time table and a schedule of lessons per every month of study.
•  Students who are pursuing a higher-education qualification must provide an enrolment / acceptance letter from a local education institution licensed by the national regulator. The document must include a confirmation that 60 European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) are obtained within a maximum period of one year. The same proportion will be applied for other credit systems. These students also have to present evidence of the times table and a schedule of lessons per every month of study.
• Proof of sufficient language proficiency to be eligible to apply for the selected course of study;
• Travel medical insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000;
• Full-refund medical health insurance from a recognised provider covering the entire duration of the course. The policy must cover the entire duration of the course and not the duration of the visa originally issued to the applicant;
• Birth certificate/family book, in case of minors;
• Authorisation of the two parents or legal guardians, in case of minors. The authorisation document has to be duly authenticated. In case of any doubts the Consul may always request further information or documents;
• Passport data page of both parents or legal guardians, in case of minors;
• Proof of payment received by the education institution related to the applicant’s course:
  • For courses of a value of up to €1,000, the receipt covering full payment shall be requested;
  • For courses of a value  of more than  €1,000 but less  than €2,500, the receipt covering up to 75% of the course shall be requested;
  • For courses of a value that is equal to or higher than €2,500, the receipt covering up to 50% of the course shall be requested.
• Any additional documents that may be deemed necessary  by the Consular Post.

Further information on the full requirements of a National Long Stay Visa (D-Visa) can be found here.

Further information regarding the Apostille and legalisation of foreign certificates can be found here.

How to apply?

Prior to starting your Visa process, your University would need to submit a list of accepted students to the CVU.

Once the CVU has approved you, they will invite you to apply via your University for your Visa.

Students should apply directly at one of Malta’s missions or consular posts.

Students attending courses longer than 90 days, will need to apply for your residence permit within the first 3 months of your arrival in Malta.

Gather Your Documents

To apply for your National D-Visa, you will need to gather the following documents:

• Completed and signed visa application form duly filled in English, together with one recent passport-sized photo;
• Valid passport, showing at  least three blank  pages, with a validity  period beyond the duration of the entire course plus three months;
• Proof of sufficient financial means which are equivalent to 75% of the national minimum wage for every month of study;
• Air ticket/s to the final destination with the return trip, where applicable;
• Host/hotel confirmation for the duration of the course;
• Letter of sponsorship,  including a copy  of the identification  document and contact details of sponsor/s,  if the applicant is sponsored by a third party;
• Proof of scholarship, if applicable;
• Students who are not pursuing a higher-education qualification must provide an enrolment/ acceptance letter from a local education institution licensed by the national regulator. For courses below MQF level 5, the documentation must include a confirmation that the student will be covering a minimum of 15 contact hours per week, a copy of the time table and a schedule of lessons per every month of study.
•  Students who are pursuing a higher-education qualification must provide an enrolment / acceptance letter from a local education institution licensed by the national regulator. The document must include a confirmation that 60 European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) are obtained within a maximum period of one year. The same proportion will be applied for other credit systems. These students also have to present evidence of the times table and a schedule of lessons per every month of study.
• Proof of sufficient language proficiency to be eligible to apply for the selected course of study;
• Travel medical insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000;
• Full-refund medical health insurance from a recognised provider covering the entire duration of the course. The policy must cover the entire duration of the course and not the duration of the visa originally issued to the applicant;
• Birth certificate/family book, in case of minors;
• Authorisation of the two parents or legal guardians, in case of minors. The authorisation document has to be duly authenticated. In case of any doubts the Consul may always request further information or documents.
• Passport data page of both parents or legal guardians, in case of minors;
• Proof of payment received by the education institution related to the applicant’s course:
  • For courses of a value of up to €1,000, the receipt covering full payment shall be requested.
  • For courses of a value of more than €1,000 but less than €2,500, the receipt covering up to 75% of the course shall be requested.
  • For courses of a value that is equal to or higher than €2,500, the receipt covering up to 50% of the course shall be requested.
• Any additional documents that may be deemed necessary by the Consular Post.

Further details on documentation can be found here.

Further information regarding the Apostille and legalisation of foreign certificates can be found here.

How to apply?

Non-EU/EEA students need to submit their application through the Identity Malta Online Application.

Once your application has been accepted you will need to attend an call in person for an appointment by the Expatriates Unit at Identity Malta to submit your original documents.

Study and Employment

Students will only be allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week after their first three months of study in Malta.

Source accessed on: 12.08.22 https://www.identitymalta.com/visa-application/#1570029227155-85f1c2bb-5c4f

Malta determines which types of work do not require a visa or permit.

EU/EEA students do not require any employment licenses to work in Malta.

UK Students do not require a visa, you can enter Malta for up to 90 days to complete the following activities:

• au pairs
• non-executive directors who are not employed and, or paid by a company in Malta
• seafarers working on a ship registered in, or sailing under the flag of another EU country
• those with an EU intra-company transfer (EU ICT) permit from another country – your employer must notify Identity Malta by post

Exemptions are covered by the Schengen visa waiver.

For all non-exempt duties and for work over 3 months UK and Non-EU/EEA students need a Single Permit.

Prior to obtaining a Work Permit for all UK and non-EU/EEA Students, the single permit procedure require students to be authorized to work and reside in Malta.

Further information regarding Single Permits can be found here.

*If you require a visa before travelling, please await a reply from the visa department with a list of the supporting documents required for a National visa. Please make sure you attach you Approval in Principle Letter with your e-mail. 

Gather Your Documents

EU/EEA Students do not need a visa however do need to apply for a E-Residence permit.

The E-Residence Permit proves your legal status to remain, live and work in Malta as well as providing you with healthcare.

Uk Students must not apply for a Visa without obtaining prior authorization. Further details regarding the process can be found here. You will need an employer to apply for a work permit for you.

You can read about travelling to Malta for work via the UK Government website.

Employers are required to ensure that third-country nationals are in possession of the necessary authorization prior to their employment commencement. Employers are advised to refer to Jobsplus’ Employment Guidelines (https://jobsplus.gov.mt/resources/fileprovider.aspx?fileId=3593).

To apply for your Single Permit Application, you will need to gather the following documents:

• a copy of a valid employment contract
• a private medical insurance cover for 12 months
• a position description signed by the employer
• a covering letter from the prospective employer
• a signed CV accompanied by references showing work experience covering at least a 3-year period These need to be submitted to Identity Malta. If the applicant does not have adequate work experience but is suitably qualified, the applicant must first obtain local MQRIC equivalence of the qualifications before the application is submitted. Read more about education qualifications recognition here.
• completed employee licence application form
• completed residence card application form
• UK passport for you and any dependants
• degree or other qualification certificate
• proof of accommodation
• proof of health insurance
• marriage certificate, if married and applying with family
• birth certificates of any children, if applying with family

Source accessed on 12.08.22: https://www.workinginmalta.com/topics/2/E-residence-Permit

Source accessed on 12.08.2022: https://www.identitymalta.com/unit/expatriates-unit/#1567176932636-a7d1421a-8ddb