--- title: Malta visa for citizens of Kuwait description: "Citizens of Kuwait need a visa for Malta and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €30 service fee. Processing: Up to 45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/malta/kuwait lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Malta visa for citizens of Kuwait Citizens of Kuwait 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.* ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Short Stay (Tourist) - **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:** Up to 45 days - **Government fee:** €90 + €30 service fee - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements last 3 months, minimum €50 per day of stay ## How to apply 1. **Register online and fill visa application** — Visit the official VFS Global Malta website and complete the online visa application form. Print and sign it. 2. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents listed above (passport, photos, itinerary, insurance, accommodation, financial proofs, employment letter). 3. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an in-person appointment at the nearest Malta Visa Application Centre (VFS Global) for biometrics and document submission. 4. **Attend appointment** — Go to the visa centre on the appointed date and time. Submit all documents and provide biometric data (fingerprints and photograph). 5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the visa fee (€80 for adults) and service charge (€30) at the centre. Fees are non-refundable. 6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes up to 15 calendar days. You may be called for an interview if required. 7. **Collect passport** — Once processed, collect your passport (with visa decision) from the visa centre or opt for courier delivery if available. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)** (Travel): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure from Schengen area. - **Completed and signed visa application form** (Supporting): Print and sign the form generated after online registration. - **Passport-sized photograph (35x45mm, white background)** (Supporting): Must meet ICAO standards; recent (within 6 months). - **Flight itinerary (round-trip or onward ticket)** (Travel): Confirmed booking showing entry and exit from Schengen area. - **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Travel): Valid for entire Schengen stay. - **Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)** (Travel): For all nights of the stay. - **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): To show sufficient funds (approx. €50/day). - **Employment letter (or proof of student status)** (Employment): Stating position, salary, and granted leave. - **Leave approval letter (if employed)** (Employment): From employer confirming annual leave dates. - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Only if traveling with spouse or dependent children. - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): To show travel history. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €50 per day of stay - Bank statements (last 3 months) - Sponsorship letter if applicable Bank statements must show sufficient funds for the entire stay. If sponsored, additional documents required. ## Good to know - Schengen visa does not guarantee entry; final decision at border. - All documents must be in English or translated by a certified translator. - Processing times may be longer during peak season. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and sign the form. Use the online registration exactly. - **Insufficient financial means** — Provide bank statements showing adequate balance and a clear source of funds. - **Lack of travel insurance** — Obtain a policy that covers medical evacuation and repatriation with minimum €30,000 coverage for the entire Schengen area. - **No proof of return or onward travel** — Provide confirmed round-trip flight bookings. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Kuwait need a visa for Malta? Citizens of Kuwait need a visa for Malta and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Short Stay (Tourist). ### How long can citizens of Kuwait stay in Malta? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Malta visa cost for citizens of Kuwait? Government fee: €90 + €30 service fee. ### How long does Malta visa processing take? Typically Up to 45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Kuwait need for Malta? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages); Completed and signed visa application form; Passport-sized photograph (35x45mm, white background); Flight itinerary (round-trip or onward ticket); Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage); Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter); and 5 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Malta? At least 3 months. ## More - [Malta visa for every passport](/visa/malta) - [Every destination for Kuwait passport holders](/visa/passport/kuwait)