--- title: Malta visa for citizens of Eswatini description: "Citizens of Eswatini need a visa for Malta and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/malta/eswatini lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Malta visa for citizens of Eswatini Citizens of Eswatini need a visa for Malta and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Official application site: https://foreignaffairs.gov.mt/en/Pages/Visa-Information.aspx ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Tourist (up to 90 days) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months showing sufficient funds (approx. €50 per day of stay) ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type and gather documents** — Identify the correct Schengen visa (tourist, business, etc.) and collect all required documents. 2. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the Schengen visa application form online or in paper, then print and sign it. 3. **Book an appointment at the embassy or visa centre** — Schedule an appointment at the Embassy of Malta or designated VFS Global centre (appointment required). 4. **Attend the appointment and submit biometrics** — Submit your application, provide fingerprints and photograph (biometrics), and pay the visa fee. 5. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the €80 Schengen visa fee (cash or card, depending on centre). 6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days, but may extend up to 45 days in some cases. 7. **Collect your passport** — Once a decision is made, collect your passport from the embassy/centre or receive it by courier if offered. 8. **Check visa details and travel** — Verify the visa sticker (dates, validity, number of entries) and ensure compliance with Schengen rules. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area. - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Available online or at the embassy. - **Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background)** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards. - **Travel itinerary (flight bookings) and proof of onward/return travel** (Travel): Round-trip flight reservation showing entry and exit from Schengen area. - **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, valid throughout Schengen)** (Travel): Must cover medical emergencies and repatriation. - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or invitation letter)** (Travel): For entire duration of stay. - **Bank statements for the last 3 months** (Financial): Must show sufficient funds for the trip. - **Proof of employment or student status (e.g., employment letter, payslips, or school enrollment)** (Employment): If employed, include leave approval letter. - **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit and itinerary** (Supporting): Briefly describe travel plans and ties to home country. - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Helps demonstrate travel history. - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, etc.)** (Supporting, optional): If applicable. - **Invitation letter from host in Malta (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): Must be signed and include host's address and passport copy. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €50 per day of stay (approx. €1,500 for 30 days) - Bank statements (last 3 months) - Sponsorship letter (if applicable) - Credit card statements Funds must be readily available and clearly shown in statements. ## Good to know - Visa applications must be submitted at least 15 days before travel, but no earlier than 6 months before. - Incomplete applications or missing documents will lead to rejection. - Biometrics are required every 5 years for Schengen visas. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient or unclear proof of funds** — Provide clear bank statements showing sufficient balance and a cover letter explaining funding. - **Lack of travel insurance or inadequate coverage** — Purchase travel insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid throughout the Schengen area. - **Weak ties to home country (risk of overstay)** — Provide strong evidence of employment, family, or property ties in Eswatini. - **Incorrect or incomplete application form** — Double-check all fields and sign the form before submission. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Eswatini need a visa for Malta? Citizens of Eswatini need a visa for Malta and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Tourist (up to 90 days). ### How long can citizens of Eswatini stay in Malta? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Malta visa cost for citizens of Eswatini? Government fee: €90. ### How long does Malta visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Eswatini need for Malta? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background); Travel itinerary (flight bookings) and proof of onward/return travel; Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, valid throughout Schengen); Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or invitation letter); and 6 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Malta? At least 6 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://foreignaffairs.gov.mt/en/Pages/Visa-Information.aspx ## Sources - [foreignaffairs.gov.mt](https://foreignaffairs.gov.mt/en/Pages/Visa-Information.aspx) ## More - [Malta visa for every passport](/visa/malta) - [Every destination for Eswatini passport holders](/visa/passport/eswatini)