All visitors (except members of EEA and
Switzerland) must hold return or onward tickets, all documents required for their next destination, and sufficient funds for maintenance during the period of their stay. The borderless region known as the Schengen area includes the following countries:
Austria,
Belgium,
Czech Republic,
Denmark,
Estonia,
Finland,
France,
Germany,
Greece,
Hungary,
Iceland,
Italy,
Latvia,
Lithuania,
Luxembourg,
Malta,
The Netherlands,
Norway,
Poland,
Portugal,
Slovakia,
Slovenia,
Spain and
Sweden. All these countries issue a standard Schengen visa that has a multiple entry option
that allows the holder to travel freely within the borders of all.
Americans: United States citizens require a passport, but no visa, for a stay of up to three months.
UK nationals: British citizens must have a passport, but a visa is not required. British passports endorsed British National (Overseas), British Overseas Territories Citizen or British Subject with right of abode in the UK do not require a visa for stays of up to three months.
Canadians: Canadians require a passport, but no visa, for a stay of up to three months.
Australians: Australian citizens require a passport, but no visa, for a stay of up to three months.
South Africans: South Africans must have a passport and visa.
Irish nationals: Irish nationals require a passport, but a visa is not required.
New Zealanders: New Zealanders require a passport but a visa is not necessary for a stay of up to three months.
Health
There are no health risks attached with travel to Malta, and water and food is safe for consumption. A reciprocal health agreement exists between the
United Kingdom and Malta and as a result British citizens receive emergency medical treatment on the same terms as Maltese nationals on presentation of a
European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). Visitors should, however, take out adequate medical and travel insurance in case medical evacuation or further treatment is required. Travelers coming from a recognized infected area require a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
Safety
Malta is considered very safe for tourists. Crime is rare, though theft from parked cars and handbag snatching can occur. Local driving conditions are poor so exercise caution.
