Malta Visa RequirementsFor Eritrea passport holders
Malta is a Schengen member. Eritrean nationals apply for a short-stay visa at the nearest Maltese embassy or a designated Schengen partner embassy. Processing takes about 15 business days.
Eritrea passport holders require a visa to enter Malta.
Apply at the nearest Schengen embassy that represents Malta in your country. Submit a standard Schengen dossier including passport, travel insurance, accommodation and flight bookings, and bank statements.
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
Current Travel Situation
Eritrea to Malta: What You Need to Know
Malta is a Mediterranean island nation with a rich history and warm climate. Given Malta's small embassy network in Africa, applicants typically apply at the Italian or another Schengen embassy that represents Malta in the region.
How to Get There
Malta is often visited as part of a Mediterranean itinerary. It can be reached via Catania (Sicily) or Rome.
Money & Banking
Malta uses EUR. Cards widely accepted. ATMs available in major towns.
Practical Tips
Malta is English-speaking, making communication easy. The island is known for its prehistoric temples, Baroque architecture, and clear blue waters. The Maltese islands (Malta, Gozo, Comino) are compact and easily explored. Valletta, the capital, is a UNESCO World Heritage City.