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title: Malta visa for citizens of the United States
description: Citizens of the United States 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 States

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

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free · Schengen Area visa-free stay
- **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
- **Onward or return ticket:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Travel to Malta** — No visa or prior authorization required for U.S. passport holders for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid U.S. passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended stay.

## Good to know

- The 90-day limit applies to the entire Schengen Area, not just Malta.
- Overstaying may result in fines or entry bans.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport not valid for at least 3 months beyond intended stay** — Ensure passport validity meets the requirement before travel.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of the United States can visit Malta without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Schengen Area visa-free stay.

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

Up to 90 days without a visa.

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

Valid U.S. passport.

### 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 States passport holders](/visa/passport/united-states)