Malta
China
China visa for Maltese citizens
Entry requirement
Maltese citizens can visit China without a visa for up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at mt.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Malta
ChinaMalta Visa required Malta visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Malta to China, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Maltese citizens can stay in China
Maltese citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Maltese citizens
Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Kyrgyzstan admit Maltese citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Maltese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Malta
Chinese citizens need a visa for Malta, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Maltese citizens need a visa for China?
Maltese citizens can visit China without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can Maltese citizens stay in China?
Maltese citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Malta?
Chinese citizens need a visa for Malta, obtained before travel.
Can Maltese citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Maltese citizens can enter China without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.