Short-stay visas (Type C)
Maltese Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
The uniform Schengen short-stay visa for visits to Malta of up to 90 days in any 180-day period, valid for travel right across the whole Schengen Area.
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- Our Fee
- €99.00
- Official name
- Uniform Schengen Visa (Type C)
- Route type
- Short-stay
- Length of stay
- Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
- Fee
- €90 adult / €45 child (6–11)
- Shared Schengen visa fee (European Commission, since 11 June 2024)
Who can apply
- Third-country nationals who need a visa for a short visit to Malta
- Visitors coming for tourism, family visits, business or similar short stays of 90 days or fewer
How it works
The Schengen short-stay visa lets you travel across the Schengen countries — including Malta — for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Apply to the consulate of your main destination (or, if there is no single main destination, the country of first entry).
Frequently asked questions
No — the short-stay Schengen visa (Type C) is uniform across all 29 Schengen countries. You apply through Malta when it is your main destination, but the visa lets you travel across the whole Area.
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