Taiwan Visa RequirementsFor Malta passport holders
Malta passport holders can visit Taiwan (officially Chinese Taipei) visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business.
Great news! Malta passport holders can enter Taiwan without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa required for stays up to 90 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond stay. Landing card completed on arrival. No work permitted on visa-exempt entry.
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
Valid Malta Passport
Minimum 6 months validity.
Return or Onward Ticket
Proof of departure from Taiwan is required.
Proof of Sufficient Funds Recommended
Immigration may ask for evidence.
Current Travel Situation
Malta to Taiwan: What You Need to Know
Taiwan is an island democracy of 23 million people in the western Pacific, a semiconductor superpower (TSMC manufactures most of the world's advanced chips), and one of Asia's most culturally vibrant destinations. Malta and Taiwan share island-nation identities and both have navigated complex geopolitical situations as small states. Taiwan's Japanese colonial heritage (1895-1945), Chinese cultural traditions, and indigenous Austronesian cultures create a unique layering rarely seen elsewhere. Night markets and Taiwanese tea culture are as iconic as the dramatic Taroko Gorge.
How to Get There
Taipei Taoyuan Airport (TPE) connects via Hong Kong, Tokyo, or Singapore from Malta. Eva Air, China Airlines, and Singapore Airlines offer good options. Total journey approximately 14-16 hours.
Money & Banking
Taiwan uses the new Taiwan dollar (TWD). Taiwan is excellent value: night market snack TWD 30-100 (EUR 0.90-3), sit-down restaurant TWD 200-400 per person, hotel rooms TWD 2,000-5,000/night. The EasyCard works on Taipei MRT, buses, bikeshare, and convenience stores.
Practical Tips
Taipei: the National Palace Museum (the world's greatest collection of Chinese imperial art, with over 700,000 objects spanning 8,000 years), Taipei 101 Observatory, Jiufen (the mountain mining village that inspired Miyazaki's Spirited Away, best visited on a rainy weekday afternoon), the Shilin Night Market, and the Longshan Temple. Taroko Gorge (fly or train to Hualien, then bus): a marble canyon carved by the Liwu River, with the Shakadang Trail, Swallow Grotto, and Eternal Spring Shrine. Tainan (1.5 hours HSR from Taipei): the oldest city in Taiwan, with Anping Fort and the greatest density of temples.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Malta citizens need a visa for Taiwan?
No. Malta passport holders can visit Taiwan visa-free for up to 90 days.
What is bubble tea and did it originate in Taiwan?
Bubble tea (also called boba tea) was invented in Taiwan in the 1980s (dispute between Taichung and Tainan shops over exact origin). It is a tea-based drink with chewy tapioca pearls (boba), available in hundreds of flavor combinations. It is now a global phenomenon but is best and cheapest in Taiwan: NTD 40-80 (EUR 1.20-2.40) at chains like 50 Lan, Gong Cha, and Yi Fang.
What is Taiwanese aboriginal culture?
Taiwan has 16 officially recognized indigenous peoples (Austronesian in origin, related to Pacific Island and Southeast Asian peoples), with distinct languages, traditions, and territories. The Amis, Paiwan, Atayal, and Bunun are the largest groups. Their cultural heritage (weaving, woodcarving, music, and harvest ceremonies) is increasingly celebrated and protected. The National Museum of Prehistory in Taitung and the Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village are good entry points.
What is the difference between Taiwanese and Chinese Mandarin?
Both use Mandarin (Putonghua/Guoyu), but with differences: Taiwan uses traditional Chinese characters (as opposed to China's simplified characters), Taiwan Mandarin has a distinct accent, and Taiwan preserves classical literary vocabulary that has changed on the mainland. The two are mutually intelligible.
What are Taiwan's hot springs?
Taiwan sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire and has over 130 hot spring locations. Jiaoxi (Yilan, 1.5 hours from Taipei) has springs accessible in public foot baths at no charge. Beitou (Taipei suburb, 30 minutes) has a thermal valley and public and private hot spring hotels. Zhiben (Taitung) on the east coast has the most pure hot spring water.
How do I handle the language barrier in Taiwan?
English signage is widespread in Taipei (all MRT stations, airports, tourist sites). Restaurant menus in tourist areas have English. Google Translate's camera function reads traditional Chinese characters effectively. Taiwanese people are exceptionally helpful and will go out of their way to assist lost travelers.