India Visa RequirementsFor Malta passport holders
Malta passport holders can obtain an Indian e-Visa (e-Tourist Visa) online for approximately USD 25, allowing stays of up to 90 days, processed within 72-96 hours.
Malta passport holders must apply for an electronic visa (eVisa) online before traveling to India.
e-Visa required before travel. Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in at least 4 days before travel. e-Tourist Visa: 60 days (double entry) or 90 days available. Cost approximately USD 25. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank pages. Print the e-Visa approval to present on arrival.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
For Your Visa Application
Indian e-Tourist Visa
Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in at least 4 days before travel. Cost approximately USD 25.
Valid Malta Passport
Minimum 6 months validity with at least 2 blank pages.
Passport-sized Photograph
Digital photo uploaded during online application.
Credit or Debit Card
For payment of the e-Visa fee.
Required at Entry
Valid Malta Passport
Present at immigration.
Printed e-Visa Approval
Print the approval email to show at immigration.
Return or Onward Ticket
Proof of departure from India.
Proof of Sufficient Funds Recommended
Credit cards or bank statement.
Current Travel Situation
Malta to India: What You Need to Know
India is the world's most populous nation (1.44 billion people) and one of the world's great civilizations, with 5,000 years of continuous recorded history. Malta and India share British colonial heritage: both were British territories whose independence came in the 1960s (India 1947, Malta 1964), and both retained English as an official language. India has extraordinary diversity: Hindu temples, Mughal mosques and mausoleums, Sikh gurdwaras, Buddhist monasteries, and Christian cathedrals coexist. The Taj Mahal, Varanasi, Rajasthan's palaces, Kerala's backwaters, and Goa's beaches are among the world's great travel experiences.
How to Get There
Delhi and Mumbai are the main gateways. Flights connect via Dubai, Doha, or Frankfurt from Malta. Total journey approximately 9-13 hours.
Money & Banking
India uses the rupee (INR). India is among the world's best-value destinations: thali plate meal INR 150-400 (EUR 1.70-4.50), mid-range hotel INR 3,000-8,000/night. Ola/Uber are reliable in cities. The Indian railway booking system (IRCTC) is the most economical way to travel long distances.
Practical Tips
The Golden Triangle (Delhi, Agra, Jaipur): Delhi's Red Fort (UNESCO) and Humayun's Tomb (UNESCO), the Taj Mahal at sunrise (genuinely life-changing), Jaipur's Amber Fort, City Palace, and Jantar Mantar (UNESCO astronomical observatory). Rajasthan circuit: Jodhpur (the Blue City, Mehrangarh Fort towering over blue-painted houses), Udaipur (the Venice of India, Lake Palace reflection), Pushkar (sacred lake, Brahma temple, camel fair in November). Kerala: Munnar tea estates, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, and Alleppey houseboat backwater cruise. Goa: the Portuguese-era basilicas (UNESCO), beach shacks, and the cashew feni spirit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Malta citizens need a visa for India?
Yes. An Indian e-Visa is required. Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in at least 4 days before travel. Cost approximately USD 25. Processing takes 72-96 hours.
Is India suitable for first-time travelers to Asia?
India is one of the world's most rewarding but also most intense travel destinations. The key is planning: book accommodation in advance (especially in the tourist high season October to February), use reputable transport, drink only bottled water, get recommended vaccinations, and start with well-established tourist circuits (Golden Triangle, Kerala, Goa) before venturing into less-traveled areas.
What is Goa like?
Goa is India's smallest state, a former Portuguese colony (1510-1961) on the southwest coast. It has a distinct identity blending Hindu, Catholic, and Portuguese cultures: whitewashed baroque churches (Old Goa's Bom Jesus Basilica and Se Cathedral are UNESCO World Heritage Sites), spice plantations, the Konkan coastline beaches (North Goa is party-focused, South Goa is quieter), and a cuisine mixing Portuguese techniques with Goan Hindu and Catholic traditions (vindaloo, xacuti, fish curry).
What is the Taj Mahal?
The Taj Mahal in Agra is a white marble mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1632-1653 as a tomb for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died in childbirth. It is considered the world's most perfect building and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit at sunrise for the best light and smallest crowds. Entry requires an advance ticket (ticketindia.com); the complex closes Fridays.
Is India vegetarian-friendly?
Exceptionally so. India has the world's highest proportion of vegetarians (approximately 30-40% of the population, especially in Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu). Vegetarian food is not a restriction but a full culinary tradition: South Indian dosas, idlis, and sambhar; North Indian dal makhani, paneer dishes, and chana masala; Gujarati thali; and Rajasthani dal baati churma are all vegetarian and extraordinary.
What are the visa-free days in India?
The standard e-Tourist Visa allows 60 days (double entry) or 90 days (single entry) depending on the visa type applied for. Extensions beyond 90 days require applying at a Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) in India.