Do Nepali Citizens Need a Visa for Malta?

Quick answer: for a Malta tourist visa from Nepal you will typically prepare a valid passport, a completed application, photos to spec, proof of funds, and proof of onward travel and accommodation. Processing usually runs 3 weeks at the High Commission Delhi (counted from receipt at the High Commission, NOT from VFS submission). Allow additional 3–6 days for VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi. Total typical timeline: 4 weeks recommended. The full checklist and process are below.

Malta Tourist visa: key facts for Nepali applicants

Visa class	Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism
Stay	Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.
Validity	Up to 5 years multi-entry depending on travel history; first-time applicants typically receive single- or double-entry sticker matched to the trip.
Entries	Single (1), Double (2), or Multiple (MULT) — Multiple is the default for Maltese tourist applications.
Processing time	3 weeks at the High Commission Delhi (counted from receipt at the High Commission, NOT from VFS submission). Allow additional 3–6 days for VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi. Total typical timeline: 4 weeks recommended.
Funds required	Bank statement (last 6 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Schengen-area trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. Maltese consular officers reference EUR 48/day as the per-diem benchmark for proof-of-funds calculations.
Official portal	https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/malta/nepal/english (VFS Malta Nepal — appointment + categories + fees) · https://foreignaffairs.gov.mt/missions/asia/india — High Commission of Malta New Delhi · https://www.identitymalta.com — Identity Malta Agency (Type D adjudication, work permits, single permit) · https://homeaffairs.gov.mt — Ministry of Home Affairs Malta (residence policy) · https://residency-malta.gov.mt — Residency Malta Agency (Permanent Residence Programme via property + investment)
Where to apply	VFS Global Malta Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu — B-13, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057, India

Facts verified against the official source; confirm before you apply — visa rules change. Last checked 2026-07-12.

Documents you will usually need

• Maltese Schengen visa application form (signed) — Filed online at vfsglobal.com/malta/nepal; printed and signed by hand. Available in English and Maltese.
• Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank pages) — Plus photocopies of front + last + every used page of the current passport AND last 2 old passports. No handwritten alterations to bio-page or validity dates.
• One passport-size photo (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old) — Color, glossy, neutral expression, head 70–80 % of frame, no glasses / hats / patterned background. Biometric photo captured at VFS counter.
• Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage) — Covers urgent medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.
• Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage) — Yatra dummy ticket (NPR 999) acceptable.
• Confirmed accommodation in Malta for the entire stay — Hotel booking, private rental contract, or invitation-letter accommodation. Include hotel name, address, and check-in / check-out dates.
• Detailed travel itinerary with daily plan — Departure / arrival dates + hotel check-in / check-out dates clearly listed. If multi-Schengen trip, Malta must be the main destination (longest stay) for the visa to be filed at this High Commission.
• Cover letter explaining purpose of trip — Addressed to the Visa Officer, High Commission of Malta, New Delhi; outlines who, why, where, when, who funds the trip, and why you will return.
• Proof of onward/return travel (a flight reservation) and accommodation (a hotel booking) where required.

Step-by-step: how to apply from Nepal

1. Confirm the visa type and current requirements on the official portal (https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/malta/nepal/english (VFS Malta Nepal — appointment + categories + fees) · https://foreignaffairs.gov.mt/missions/asia/india — High Commission of Malta New Delhi · https://www.identitymalta.com — Identity Malta Agency (Type D adjudication, work permits, single permit) · https://homeaffairs.gov.mt — Ministry of Home Affairs Malta (residence policy) · https://residency-malta.gov.mt — Residency Malta Agency (Permanent Residence Programme via property + investment)).
2. Gather and scan your documents; book your appointment at VFS Global Malta Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu or start the online form.
3. Prepare proof of onward travel and accommodation — many applicants use Yatra's verifiable reservations rather than buying non-refundable bookings before approval.
4. Pay the visa fee, submit (and give biometrics if required), then track your application.

Typical costs & processing time

Processing for a Malta tourist visa typically takes 3 weeks at the High Commission Delhi (counted from receipt at the High Commission, NOT from VFS submission). Allow additional 3–6 days for VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi. Total typical timeline: 4 weeks recommended. Budget separately for supporting documents: a Yatra dummy flight ticket is NPR 999, a hotel reservation NPR 499, or the full bundle from NPR 1499.

Common reasons applications get delayed

• Weak or inconsistent proof of funds.
• No credible proof of onward travel or accommodation.
• Photos or forms that don't meet the embassy spec.
• An itinerary that doesn't match the stated purpose or dates.

Frequently asked questions

Do Nepali Citizens Need a Visa for Malta?

The relevant class is Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism allowing a stay of Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period. Nepali applicants should confirm the current Malta rule on the official portal, then prepare passport, application, funds, and proof of onward travel and accommodation.

How long does a Malta tourist visa take to process?

Processing typically takes 3 weeks at the High Commission Delhi (counted from receipt at the High Commission, NOT from VFS submission). Allow additional 3–6 days for VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi. Total typical timeline: 4 weeks recommended. Apply with at least a 1–2 week buffer beyond this.

How much money should I show for a Malta visa?

For a Malta tourist visa, bank statement (last 6 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Schengen-area trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. Maltese consular officers reference EUR 48/day as the per-diem benchmark for proof-of-funds calculations.

Can Yatra For Fun help with my Malta documents?

Yes — Yatra issues verifiable flight, hotel and itinerary reservations for your visa file, delivered as PDFs in about 30 minutes.

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