Visa Information

Overview

A tourist visa allows you to stay for a short period in the Schengen area (not more than 90 days per 6 months)

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Consulate General responsible for the issuance of the visa will be:

• The Consulate General of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
• If the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries, the Consulate General of the country of first entry.

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

Visa Fees

Please Note: There is a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is 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 - C visa - Schengen
	EU Family Directive Checklist
	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The standard processing time for the decision on visa applications is 15 days. If in individual cases an extended review is carried out, the processing time may be extended to 45 days. The application should be submitted at least 15 days before the planned trip.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

To Download a Form:

• Click on the form link
• When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

• Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
• Select Save Target As from the list
• Save the form on your computer.

Overview

A Visit visa allows you to stay for a short period in the Schengen area (not more than 90 days per 6 months)

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Consulate General responsible for the issuance of the visa will be:

1. The Consulate General of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
2. If the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries, the Consulate General of the country of first entry.

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

Visa Fees

Please Note: There is a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is 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 - C visa - Schengen
	EU Family Directive Checklist
	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The standard processing time for the decision on visa applications is 15 days. If in individual cases an extended review is carried out, the processing time may be extended to 45 days. The application should be submitted at least 15 days before the planned trip.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

To Download a Form:

• Click on the form link
• When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

• Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
• Select Save Target As from the list
• Save the form on your computer.

Overview

For people travelling for business purposes (short stay, not more than 90 days per 6 months), such as business meetings, conferences and events.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Consulate General responsible for the issuance of the visa will be:

1. The Consulate General of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
2. If the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries, the Consulate General of the country of first entry.

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

Visa Fees

Please Note: There is a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is 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 - C visa - Schengen
	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The standard processing time for the decision on visa applications is 15 days. If in individual cases an extended review is carried out, the processing time may be extended to 45 days. The application should be submitted at least 15 days before the planned trip.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

To Download a Form:

• Click on the form link
• When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

• Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
• Select Save Target As from the list
• Save the form on your computer.

Overview

Airport Transit visa allows you to wait for a connecting flight in the international area of the airport. This visa does not grant access to the Schengen area.

Airport transit visa may or may not be required depending upon many factors. To know whether you require an airport transit visa you may write an email to [email protected] along with the below information:

• Scanned passport copy
• Visas issued on your passport – valid/expired
• Flight ticket copy/itinerary

If airport transit visa is required, only legal residents in UAE can apply for a visa at the Application Centre’s in Dubai.

Visa Fees

Please Note: There is a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is 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 - C visa - Schengen
	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The standard processing time for the decision on visa applications is 15 days. If in individual cases an extended review is carried out, the processing time may be extended to 45 days. The application should be submitted at least 15 days before the planned trip.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

Overview

For persons applying for studies, research, and internship (stay not more than 90 days per 6 months)

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Consulate General responsible for the issuance of the visa will be:

1. The Consulate General of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
2. If the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries, the Consulate General of the country of first entry.

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

Visa Fees

Please Note: There is a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is 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 - C visa - Schengen
	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The standard processing time for the decision on visa applications is 15 days. If in individual cases an extended review is carried out, the processing time may be extended to 45 days. The application should be submitted at least 15 days before the planned trip.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

To Download a Form:

• Click on the form link
• When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

• Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
• Select Save Target As from the list
• Save the form on your computer.

Overview

For people travelling for an Official visit (short stay, not more than 90 days per 6 months) for official purposes.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Consulate General responsible for the issuance of the visa will be:

• The Consulate General of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
• If the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries, the Consulate General of the country of first entry.

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

Visa Fees

Please Note: There is a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is 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 - C visa - Schengen
	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The standard processing time for the decision on visa applications is 15 days. If in individual cases an extended review is carried out, the processing time may be extended to 45 days. The application should be submitted at least 15 days before the planned trip.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

To Download a Form:

• Click on the form link
• When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

• Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
• Select Save Target As from the list
• Save the form on your computer.

Overview

For Persons applying in order to receive medical treatment in Malta (stay not more than 90 days per 6 months)

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Consulate General responsible for the issuance of the visa will be:

1. The Consulate General of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
2. If the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries, the Consulate General of the country of first entry.

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

Visa Fees

Please Note: There is a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is non-refundable.

Documents Required

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

Dear Applicant;

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

	Visa Requirements - C visa - Schengen
	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The standard processing time for the decision on visa applications is 15 days. If in individual cases an extended review is carried out, the processing time may be extended to 45 days. The application should be submitted at least 15 days before the planned trip.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

To Download a Form:

• Click on the form link
• When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

• Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
• Select Save Target As from the list
• Save the form on your computer.

Overview

For persons applying for Cultural / Sports/Religious events and film crews (stay not more than 90 days per 6 months).

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Consulate General responsible for the issuance of the visa will be:

1. The Consulate General of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
2. If the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries, the Consulate General of the country of first entry.

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

Visa Fees

Please Note: There is a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is 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 - C visa - Schengen
	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The standard processing time for the decision on visa applications is 15 days. If in individual cases an extended review is carried out, the processing time may be extended to 45 days. The application should be submitted at least 15 days before the planned trip.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

To Download a Form:

• Click on the form link
• When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

• Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
• Select Save Target As from the list
• Save the form on your computer.

Overview

For persons applying for employment in Malta and a residential permit have long-stay validity for a maximum of one year. 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 a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is non-refundable.

Documents Required

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

• 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:

	Declaration of proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The standard processing time for the decision on visa applications is 15 days. If in individual cases an extended review is carried out, the processing time may be extended to 45 days. The application should be submitted at least 15 days before the planned trip.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

Overview

This Visa is issued for the persons travelling to Malta for Studies.

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 a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is non-refundable.

Documents Required

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

• 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:

	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The Consulate General of Malta aims to process the applications within 30 calendar days for all nationalities.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

Overview

This Visa is issued for the persons travelling to Malta for joining their Non-EEA citizen families.

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 a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is non-refundable.

Documents Required

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

• 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:

	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The Consulate General of Malta aims to process the applications within 30 calendar days for all nationalities.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

Overview

This Visa is issued for the persons travelling to Malta for joining their EEA citizen parents.

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 a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is non-refundable.

Documents Required

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

• 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:

Declaration of Proof Parents Consent Form

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

The Consulate General of Malta aims to process the applications within 30 calendar days for all nationalities.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

Overview

This Visa is issued for the persons travelling to Malta for joining their EEA citizen Spouse.

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 a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is non-refundable.

Documents Required

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

• 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:

	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The Consulate General of Malta aims to process the applications within 30 calendar days for all nationalities.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic

Overview

This Visa is issued for the persons travelling to Malta for joining their EEA citizen children.

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 a service charge of AED 120 per application over and above the visa fees payable by all applicants

All payments will be collected in local currency (Cash or Card)

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Consulate General or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• The visa fee is non-refundable.

Documents Required

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

• 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:

	Declaration of Proof
	Parents Consent Form

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

The Consulate General of Malta aims to process the applications within 30 calendar days for all nationalities.

Download Forms

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

	Application Form - English
	Application Form - Arabic