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Malta Visa for Egypt Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Egyptian citizens need a Schengen Type C visa for Malta, applied for through VFS Global or the Malta visa application centre in Cairo; fee EUR 90, processing about 15 days.

Guide last updated October 18, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
  • 2 recent biometric passport photos, 35x45mm, white background
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation letter)
  • Round-trip flight reservation
  • Proof of funds: bank statements for the last 3-6 months, generally expected to show at least EUR 48/day of stay
  • Travel/health insurance valid across the Schengen area with minimum EUR 30,000 medical coverage
  • Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) required in person at the visa application centre in Cairo, unless already enrolled within the last 5 years

Visa types

  • Schengen Type C Tourist/Visit visa - single or multiple entry, up to 90 days within any 180-day period, fee EUR 90
  • Business visa - same Type C category, requires an invitation letter from the hosting Maltese company
  • National Type D visa - for stays longer than 90 days (study, work, family reunification), requires a residence permit sponsor in Malta and is applied for separately

How to apply

  • Book an appointment at the Malta visa application centre (operated via VFS Global) in Cairo
  • Submit your document checklist, passport, and biometrics at the appointment
  • Visa fee: EUR 90 for adults, EUR 45 for children aged 6-12, free for children under 6, paid in EGP at the day's exchange rate
  • Service fee: approximately EGP 750-900 on top of the visa fee
  • Standard processing time is 15 calendar days from the appointment, extendable to 30-60 days in complex cases
  • A personal interview is not routinely required for straightforward tourist applications but may be requested

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: EUR 90 (roughly EGP 4,500-5,000 depending on exchange rate)
  • Service fee: approximately EGP 750
  • Total estimated cost: around EGP 5,250-5,750
  • Standard processing: 15 calendar days from biometrics submission
  • No official express or priority option exists for Malta Schengen visas processed in Cairo

Tips for Egypt travelers

  • Apply at least 3-4 weeks before travel to allow for appointment availability and possible processing delays
  • Common rejection reasons for Egyptian applicants: insufficient bank statements, weak proof of ties to Egypt, and missing Schengen-compliant travel insurance
  • All applications must go through the authorized visa application centre in Cairo - there is no direct walk-in option at Malta's own diplomatic premises for visas
  • Check foreign.gov.mt for current updates on Malta's consular representation and any changes to the application process
  • Extensions inside Malta are granted only in exceptional circumstances such as a medical emergency

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.