Belgium Visa RequirementsFor Malta passport holders
Belgium and Malta are both EU and Schengen members. Malta passport holders travel freely to Belgium with no visa or border formalities.
Great news! Malta passport holders can enter Belgium without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. Malta national ID card sufficient. No Schengen border checks. EU freedom of movement applies for long-term stays.
Belgium 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
Required Documents
Valid Malta Passport or National ID
Malta national ID card accepted within the EU.
Current Travel Situation
Malta to Belgium: What You Need to Know
Belgium and Malta are both EU and Schengen members. Many Maltese work in EU institutions headquartered in Brussels (European Commission, Council, and Parliament all have their main premises there), making Belgium one of the most professionally significant destinations for Maltese citizens. Belgium is a small but complex federal state of 11.6 million people with three official communities. Brussels is a cosmopolitan city housing not only EU institutions but also NATO headquarters, making it Europe's de facto political capital. The city has excellent museums, Art Nouveau architecture, and world-famous beer and chocolate.
How to Get There
Brussels is about 3 hours by direct flight from Malta. Ryanair, Brussels Airlines, and Air Malta serve the route. Brussels Midi station (Eurostar terminus, Thalys) is a short bus from the airport.
Money & Banking
Belgium uses the euro (EUR). Brussels is moderately priced: moules-frites EUR 18-25, beer in a traditional estaminet EUR 3-5, hotel rooms EUR 100-200/night. Belgian chocolate and waffles are iconic and cost EUR 2-8 depending on quality. Bruges and Ghent are slightly cheaper than Brussels.
Practical Tips
Brussels: the Grand Place (UNESCO, one of Europe's most beautiful squares), the Atomium (1958 World Fair landmark), Victor Horta's Art Nouveau town houses (UNESCO), the Manneken Pis, and the excellent Musees Royaux des Beaux-Arts. Bruges: the medieval canal city with its belfry, Groeningemuseum (Flemish Primitives), and Belgium's best chocolate shops. Ghent: the Graslei and Korenlei waterfront, the Ghent Altarpiece (Jan van Eyck, in St. Bavo's Cathedral), and a vibrant university city food scene. The Ardennes for hiking and cycling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Malta citizens need a visa for Belgium?
No. Malta and Belgium are both EU and Schengen members. No visa or border formalities apply.
Why is Belgium particularly significant for Maltese EU citizens?
Brussels hosts the main EU institutions (European Commission, Council, Parliament). Many Maltese EU officials and lobbyists are based there. Malta's EU Permanent Representation is in Brussels. Belgium is effectively Malta's connection point to EU institutional life.
How long is the flight from Malta to Brussels?
About 3 hours by direct flight. Ryanair and Brussels Airlines serve the route.
What is Belgium best known for?
Belgium is internationally known for its world-class beer (Trappist ales brewed by monks, saisons, gueuze lambics), chocolate (Neuhaus invented the praline in 1912), waffles, Art Nouveau architecture (Victor Horta's UNESCO-listed Brussels town houses), the Grand Place in Brussels (UNESCO, Louis XIV's bombardment-rebuilt baroque masterpiece), and the preserved medieval cities of Bruges and Ghent.
Is the language barrier a problem in Belgium for English-speaking Maltese travelers?
English is widely spoken in Brussels (international city) and in Flanders (Dutch-speaking north), where English proficiency is high. In Wallonia (French-speaking south), English is less universal, but basic French is helpful. Bruges and Ghent are very tourist-friendly in English.
What is the best day trip from Brussels for a Maltese visitor?
Bruges: the medieval canal city (1 hour by train) is extraordinary and easy to explore independently. Ghent (30 minutes by train) combines medieval heritage with a lively student city. The Belgian Ardennes (Namur, Han-sur-Lesse caves, Dinant on the Meuse) offer dramatic scenery.