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title: Malta visa for citizens of the United Arab Emirates
description: Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can visit Malta without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-08-16
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# Malta visa for citizens of the United Arab Emirates

Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can visit Malta without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your stay.
2. **Travel to Malta** — No visa required. Present your passport at the border.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended stay.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel, optional): Not strictly required but recommended for proof of intended departure.

## Good to know

- This visa-free access allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. Overstaying may result in fines or entry bans.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport not valid for required period** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended stay.
- **Previous overstay in Schengen Area** — Comply with the 90/180-day rule strictly.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United Arab Emirates need a visa for Malta?

Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can visit Malta without a visa for up to 90 days.

### How long can citizens of the United Arab Emirates stay in Malta?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of the United Arab Emirates need for Malta?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket.

### How long must my passport be valid for Malta?

At least 3 months.

## More

- [Malta visa for every passport](/visa/malta)
- [Every destination for United Arab Emirates passport holders](/visa/passport/united-arab-emirates)