Malta Tourist Visa for Pakistani Passport Holders
Fee Breakdown
Key Requirements
- ✓ Valid Pakistani passport with at least 3 months validity beyond intended stay and at least 2 blank pages
- ✓ Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
- ✓ Two recent passport-sized photographs meeting Schengen photo standards
- ✓ Travel itinerary including confirmed return or onward flight bookings
- ✓ Hotel reservations or proof of accommodation for entire stay in Malta and other Schengen countries
- ✓ Travel insurance covering the entire Schengen area with minimum EUR 30,000 medical coverage
- ✓ Bank statements from the last 3 to 6 months showing sufficient funds
- ✓ Proof of employment or business ownership, such as a letter from employer or business registration
- ✓ No-objection certificate from employer if employed
- ✓ Income tax returns or salary slips for the last 3 months
- ✓ Cover letter explaining the purpose of visit and travel plans
- ✓ Proof of ties to Pakistan such as property documents, family responsibilities, or employment
Documents Required
Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 1: Gather all required documents and ensure your passport has sufficient validity and blank pages.
Step 2: Book an appointment at the nearest VFS Global center handling Malta Schengen visa applications in Pakistan.
Step 3: Complete the Schengen visa application form online or download and fill it manually.
Step 4: Purchase travel insurance with at least EUR 30,000 coverage valid across the entire Schengen area.
Step 5: Make provisional or refundable flight and hotel bookings for your intended travel period.
Step 6: Prepare financial documents including bank statements and income proof to demonstrate sufficient funds.
Step 7: Attend your VFS appointment, submit all documents, pay the visa fee of EUR 80 plus service charges, and provide biometric data if required.
Step 8: Track your application status online using the reference number provided at submission.
Step 9: Collect your passport from the VFS center once a decision has been made.
Step 10: Upon arrival in the Schengen area, register via the Entry/Exit System as required.
⚠️ Important Notes
Malta is a full Schengen member. Pakistani passport holders require a Schengen visa for entry. Malta does not maintain a dedicated embassy in Pakistan and is typically represented by Italy or another Schengen country for visa purposes. Always verify the current representation through the VFS Global Pakistan website before applying. The standard Schengen visa fee is EUR 80 for adults and EUR 40 for children aged 6 to 12. Children under 6 are exempt from the visa fee. The 90-day maximum stay applies across the entire Schengen zone within any 180-day rolling period. The Entry/Exit System biometric registration will be required at the border.
Common Rejection Reasons
- ✗ Insufficient funds or poor bank account history
- ✗ Incomplete or inconsistent documentation
- ✗ Lack of strong ties to Pakistan suggesting risk of overstay
- ✗ Travel insurance not meeting the EUR 30,000 minimum Schengen requirement
- ✗ Previous Schengen visa overstay or immigration violations
- ✗ Unclear or unconvincing travel itinerary
- ✗ Failure to provide a satisfactory cover letter explaining travel purpose
- ✗ Passport with insufficient validity or blank pages
- ✗ No confirmed accommodation or return flight bookings
- ✗ Employment or income proof not verifiable or insufficient
Frequently Asked Questions
Malta does not have a dedicated embassy in Pakistan. Visa applications for Malta are typically processed through the Italian embassy or consulate or a designated Schengen representation in Pakistan. You should check the current representation arrangement and apply through the VFS Global center handling that country's applications. Malta is a Schengen member, so you apply for a standard Schengen visa.
If Malta is your primary or only destination, you should apply through the embassy or consulate that represents Malta for Schengen visa purposes in Pakistan. This is typically the Italian embassy or another designated Schengen country. Confirm the current representation at the VFS Global website before booking your appointment.
A general guideline is to show at least EUR 50 to EUR 100 per day of your intended stay. For a 10-day trip to Malta, you should ideally demonstrate at least EUR 500 to EUR 1,000 in accessible funds. Consistent transaction history and a stable bank balance over the past 3 to 6 months are equally important.
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory. Your insurance must cover the entire Schengen area, be valid for the full duration of your trip, and provide a minimum medical coverage of EUR 30,000. Make sure your policy explicitly mentions Schengen area coverage.
The Entry/Exit System (EES) is a Schengen-wide digital border management system that records the entry and exit of non-EU travelers including Pakistanis. It replaces the manual stamping of passports and tracks the 90-day maximum stay limit within any 180-day period. You will need to register your fingerprints and photograph at the border on your first entry after EES is fully implemented.
Yes. A Schengen visa issued for Malta allows you to travel freely within all 29 Schengen member states. However, if you plan to visit multiple countries, your visa application should be submitted to the embassy of the country where you will spend the most time or where your first port of entry is.
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