Malta

Embassies and consulates in Malta

embassies in Valletta

Malta hosts 33 foreign missions from 32 countries: 22 embassies, 5 consulates and 6 honorary consulates. All 22 embassies are in the capital, Valletta.

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Malta

Capital
Valletta
Population
579,704
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Calling code
+356
Languages
Maltese, English
  • 33missions
  • 22embassies
  • 5consulates
  • 6honorary consulates
Visa-free: 123 destinations#19 in the world

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All missions in Malta

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Visa rules for Malta

How the world’s passports enter Malta198 in total

  • Visa-free93
  • Visa required105

Malta visa guide · 15 visa types

Visa rules

Malta belongs to the European Union and the Schengen area. Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 93 can enter visa-free and 105 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Malta. As a Schengen state, Malta counts every short stay towards the shared limit of 90 days in any 180.

Visa statistics

US visas issued to citizens of Malta

Visas issuedFY 2024FY 2025
Visitor (B)148149
Student (F, M)3541
Exchange (J)2520
Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…)4938
Transit and crew (C, D)3938
Diplomatic and official (A, G)8587
Fiancé(e) (K)20
Total383373
B visa refusal rate (adjusted)12.4%10.3%

In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 373 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Malta, the 174th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 40%, diplomatic and official visas 23% and student visas 11%. That is 3% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (383).

From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Malta received 113, 5% more than in the same months a year earlier.

For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 10.3% for citizens of Malta in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 12.4%).

Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made

United States visa for citizens of Malta

Malta’s own missions abroad

Malta’s embassies abroad (81)

In the other direction, Malta runs 81 missions in 40 countries. Its largest networks are in France (11), Germany (9), Belgium (6), Australia (5) and Turkey (4).

Upcoming closures

Public holidays in Malta

  • Feast of the Immaculate Conception

    Tuesday

  • Republic Day

    Sunday

  • Christmas Day

    Friday

  • New Year's Day

    Friday

Good to know

Where the embassies are

All 22 embassies are in the capital, Valletta. The largest foreign networks in Malta are those of Ecuador (2).

Travel advice for Malta

Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Malta: the US State Department rates Malta at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 8 July 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Malta (updated 11 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Malta (updated 13 October 2026).

Frequently asked questions

Which country has the most consulates in Malta?

Ecuador, with 2 missions.

Do I need a visa for Malta?

Of 198 passports, 93 can enter visa-free and 105 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Malta; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.

When are embassies in Malta closed?

On Malta’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Feast of the Immaculate Conception (L-Immakulata Kunċizzjoni) on Tuesday 8 December 2026.

Is Malta in the Schengen area?

Yes. Malta is part of the Schengen area, so a Schengen visa is valid there.