🛂 Visa Guidelines

Navigating your path to study and stay in Malta

Malta offers clear and supportive visa pathways for international students. Understanding the visa process, requirements, and post-arrival responsibilities ensures a smooth transition to your academic life on this beautiful Mediterranean island.

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🎓 Types of Student Visas

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📝 Application Process for Malta Student Visa

✅ Admission Confirmation

Secure a confirmed admission offer from a recognized Maltese university, college, or language school.

✅ Apply for Visa at Maltese Embassy or VFS Global

Submit your application either directly to the Malta Embassy/Consulate or via VFS Global (if applicable in your country).

✅ Prepare Required Documents

• Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity beyond intended stay)

• Completed visa application form

• Passport-size photos (biometric standard)

• Official admission letter from a Maltese institution

• Proof of payment of tuition fees

• Proof of sufficient financial means (minimum €18.66/day)

• Proof of accommodation in Malta

• Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)

• Academic transcripts and certificates

• Cover letter or motivation statement

• No objection certificate (if required by your home country)

✅ Book Visa Appointment

Schedule your visa submission and biometrics appointment at the nearest visa center or embassy.

✅ Attend Interview & Submit Biometrics

Provide your fingerprints and attend an interview (if required).

✅ Pay Visa Fees

Visa application fees typically range from €70 to €100, depending on your country of origin.

✅ Wait for Decision

Visa processing can take 15 to 30 working days, depending on the volume and documentation.

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🛬 After Arrival in Malta

Student Residence Permit Application

Apply for your student residence permit within 90 days of arrival at Identity Malta Agency. This is mandatory for all non-EU students staying for more than 3 months.

Documents Required for Permit:

• Visa and passport

• Health insurance

• Proof of funds

• Admission letter

• Local accommodation proof

• Attendance records (for renewals)

Renewal

You must renew your student permit annually. Ensure 75% class attendance and satisfactory academic progress.

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💡 Important Tips

• Early Application: Start your visa process at least 2–3 months before your course start date.

• Financial Proof: Show stable funds to cover tuition and living expenses.

• Health Insurance: Mandatory—must cover the entire duration of your stay.

• Attendance: Malta has strict student attendance rules; less than 75% can lead to permit denial.

• Work Rights: Students can apply for an employment license to work part-time (max 20 hours/week) after 90 days of stay.

• Family Reunification: Not allowed under a student visa. Family members must apply separately under appropriate categories.

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📑 Visa Documents Checklist

• Valid passport

• Completed and signed visa application form

• Biometric passport-sized photos

• Official university/college admission letter

• Tuition payment proof

• Proof of accommodation in Malta

• Bank statements or financial support documents

• Health/travel insurance

• Academic records

• Motivation/Cover letter

• Additional documents requested by the consulate

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📩 Need Visa Assistance?

At Impel Overseas Consultants, we provide full support for your Malta student visa journey:

✅ Personalized visa strategy and eligibility check
✅ Document checklist preparation and review
✅ Appointment scheduling and embassy communication
✅ Interview preparation
✅ Post-arrival formalities (residence permit, health insurance, etc.)

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