Malta Visa

1) Mandatory application documents

1. Visa Application Form – filled and signed. 

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2. 1 recent colour photo (white background, 3.5cm × 4.5cm) — don’t staple it to the form. 

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3. Passport / Travel Document must:

   • be valid at least 3 months after your intended stay

   • be issued within the last 10 years (and not older than 10 years)

   • have minimum 3 blank pages 

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4. Overseas Travel Medical Insurance (Schengen)

   • valid for all Schengen countries

   • minimum cover: €30,000

   • must cover the entire trip (including arrival & departure dates) 

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5. Cover letter from applicant mentioning: purpose, duration, accompanying persons, transport + accommodation details. 

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6. Flight reservation (return/round trip). If travelling to multiple Schengen countries, add intra-Schengen flight/train/car-rental proof. 

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7. Travel agency confirmation of organised trip booking (if applicable) / travel plan proof. 

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2) Proof of accommodation (choose one)

• Confirmed hotel booking, OR

• “Declaration of Proof” invitation (filled & signed by invitee) + invitee Malta ID/passport copy + supporting documents; original and notarised (Maltese public notary). 

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Supporting docs typically include: host ID + passport bio page, residence proof (title deed/rent agreement/utility bill), income proof (salary slip/pension/income proof), and if applicable health insurance for invitee. 

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3) Proof of financial means (as per your profile)

A) If employed

• Original bank statement (last 3 months) with transactions, stamped & signed by bank

• Payslips (last 3 months)

• Employment contract

• Employer leave approval letter

• ITR acknowledgement (last 2 assessment years) 

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B) If self-employed / company owner

• Original personal bank statement (last 3 months) stamped & signed

• Company registration + GST (for India-based companies)

• ITR acknowledgement (last 2 assessment years)

• Business bank account statement 

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C) If sponsored

• Original bank statement (last 3 months) stamped & signed

• Sponsorship / private accommodation proof (as per applicable national format)

• Applicant’s ITR acknowledgement (last 2 assessment years) 

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D) If retired

• Pension statements (last 3 months) and/or proof of regular income from property/business 

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E) If minor

• Notarised consent rules depending on whether travelling with one parent / alone, plus parent/guardian ID copies 

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4) Copies to attach

• Original + photocopy of current passport bio page

• Last page of passport (for Indian passport)

• Old Schengen entry/exit stamps (if available) 

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• Aadhaar Card + photocopy 

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5) Important submission notes

• Documents should not be printed back-to-back. 

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• Application + documents (original + copy) must be submitted in person. 

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• Apply at least 15 days before travel. 

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• High Commission of Malta / VFS Global may ask for additional documents and/or interview; missing docs usually have a limited submission window.

1. 1) Application & Passport

   • Visa application form (filled correctly and signed by the applicant).

   • Passport (original):

     • Issued within the last 10 years

     • Valid for at least 3 months after your intended departure from the Schengen Area

     • Minimum 2 blank pages

   • Previous/old passports (if any) – especially if you have past Schengen visas/stamps.

   2) Photographs

   • 2 recent colour photos: 35mm x 45mm, white background, clear face visibility (as per Schengen photo specs).

   3) Travel Insurance

   • Travel medical insurance (original + copy) covering:

     • Minimum coverage of €30,000

     • Valid for the entire Schengen area and entire trip duration

     • Covers emergency medical treatment, hospitalisation & repatriation.

   4) Cover Letters

   • Cover letter from the applicant: purpose of travel, travel dates, itinerary summary, who will bear expenses, etc.

   • Covering letter from the sending company (India): on company letterhead, stating purpose (meeting/conference/trade fair), trip dates, applicant designation, and who will bear costs.

   5) Business Invitation

   • Invitation letter from the inviting company in Malta: on letterhead, signed, mentioning purpose, dates, details of invitee, and contact details.

   6) Flights, Stay & Itinerary

   • Flight reservation (return booking).

   • Proof of accommodation:

     • Hotel booking for full stay OR

     • If staying with someone: relevant host/guarantor accommodation proof as mentioned in the checklist.

   • Day-wise itinerary / program (meetings schedule, conference details, intercity travel plan, etc.).

   7) Financial Proof (choose as applicable)

   If employed

   • Original bank statement (last 3 months) – stamped & signed by bank

   • Payslips (last 3 months)

   • Employment contract

   • Leave approval from employer

   • ITR acknowledgement (last 2 assessment years)

   If self-employed / company owner

   • Original bank statement (last 3 months) – stamped & signed

   • Company registration proof + GST number (India)

   • ITR acknowledgement (last 2 assessment years)

   • Business bank account statement

   If sponsored

   • Sponsor + applicant bank statements (last 3 months) – stamped & signed

   • Proof of sponsorship / accommodation (as per applicable national format)

   • Applicant ITR acknowledgement (last 2 assessment years)

   If retired

   • Pension statements (last 3 months) and/or proof of regular income (property/business).

   8) Copies & Local ID

   • Original + photocopy of passport pages:

     • Bio-data page

     • Last page (for Indian passport)

     • Old Schengen entry/exit stamps (if available)

   • Aadhaar card + photocopy (for Indian nationals residing in India)

   Notes (important)

   • Submission of documents does not guarantee visa approval.

   • Application + documents (original + copy) must be submitted in person at VFS Global (as per process).

   • Apply at least 15 days before travel; embassy may ask for additional documents or interview.

   • If you want to retain originals, carry A4 photocopies along with the originals.

1. If Employed:

• Original Leave sanctioned certificate with company seal and signature;
• Last 3 months salary slip.

1. If Self Employed:

• Business Registration License / MOA / Partnership deed;
• Company’s updated bank statement of last 6 months;
• Company’s IT returns for last 3 years.

1. If Retired:

• Proof of retirement like pension book, statement etc.

1. If Student:

• School / College / Institute ID Card;
• Bonafide certificate.

1. If Minor:

• Birth Certificate;
• No Objection Certificate from the parents / non-accompanying parent on Rs 100/- stamp paper;
• ID proof of parent like passport or PAN card.

1. If Visiting friend or relative:

• Invitation letter;
• Inviter’s ID proof like Passport or Resident Permit;
• Address proof like any Electricity bill, any Utility bill etc.

1. If Sponsored:

• Sponsorship letter;
• Sponsor’s national ID proof like Passport, PAN card or Resident permit;
• Updated bank statement of last 6 months;
• Income tax returns of last 3 years.

1. For Business Visa:

• Invitation letter from host Company stating purpose of trip, business details etc;
• Covering letter from Indian company on company letterhead.