Malta Visa RequirementsFor Austria passport holders
Austrian passport holders can travel to Malta visa-free with no border controls. Both are EU and Schengen members with full freedom of movement for EU citizens.
Great news! Austria passport holders can enter Malta without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No application or authorization required. Travel with a valid Austrian passport or national ID card. EU citizens have full freedom of movement in Malta with no time cap.
Malta is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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Austria to Malta: What You Need to Know
Malta is the smallest EU member state and the southernmost, situated in the middle of the Mediterranean south of Sicily. The archipelago includes Malta, Gozo, and Comino. Valletta, the capital, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most concentrated historic cities in the world. Malta is popular with Austrians for language courses (English is an official language), sun holidays, diving, and the ancient megalithic temples. The Blue Lagoon on Comino is one of the Mediterranean's most photographed spots.
How to Get There
Air Malta (or successor carriers) and Ryanair fly Vienna (VIE) to Malta (MLA) directly in about 2.5 hours. Seasonal charter flights are also available.
Money & Banking
Malta uses the Euro (EUR). Cards are widely accepted. Malta is moderately priced: slightly cheaper than Vienna for food and accommodation. Tipping 10% is appreciated at restaurants.
Practical Tips
Malta is small (27 km long) and easily explored in a week. Gozo, the quieter sister island, is a 25-minute ferry crossing from Malta. The Blue Lagoon on Comino requires a day-boat trip. Valletta is walkable; the Co-Cathedral of St John has extraordinary Baroque interiors. The Hal Saflieni Hypogeum (UNESCO) must be booked weeks in advance. Summers are very hot (38C+); May-June and September-October are ideal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Austrians need a visa to visit Malta?
No. Austria and Malta are both EU and Schengen members. Austrian citizens can travel to Malta with a passport or national ID card without any visa or border formalities.
How do I get from Vienna to Malta?
Fly directly from Vienna (VIE) to Malta (MLA) with Ryanair or Air Malta in approximately 2.5 hours. Charter flights are also available seasonally.
What language is spoken in Malta?
Maltese and English are both official languages. English is spoken throughout the island at a very high standard. Maltese is a Semitic language with heavy Italian, Arabic, and Norman French influences.
What are the most important historical sites in Malta?
The Megalithic Temples (Hagar Qim, Mnajdra) are among the world's oldest free-standing structures (UNESCO, 3600-2500 BC). Valletta, the capital (UNESCO), is one of the most concentrated historic cities in Europe. The Hal Saflieni Hypogeum (3600-2500 BC, underground temple, UNESCO) must be booked months in advance due to strict visitor limits.
Is Malta a good diving destination?
Yes. Malta is one of the Mediterranean's top dive destinations, with clear visibility, WWII wrecks, and underwater caves. The area around Gozo and Comino offers excellent conditions for divers of all levels.
What is the best time to visit Malta?
May-June and September-October are ideal: warm (22-28C), sunny, and less crowded than July-August. Summers are hot (32C+) and busy. Winters are mild (12-18C) and quiet; good for culture but swimming is cold.