Malta Visa RequirementsFor Somalia passport holders
Somali citizens need a Schengen visa to visit Malta. Malta is the smallest EU and Schengen member state, located in the central Mediterranean. Visa applications may be processed through the Maltese Embassy or Italian Embassy in Nairobi.
Somalia passport holders require a visa to enter Malta.
Somali citizens should apply for a Maltese Schengen visa through the Italian Embassy in Nairobi (which typically represents Malta's interests) or at the Maltese Embassy in your country of residence. Required documents include a valid Somali passport, completed Schengen application form, passport photos, travel insurance (EUR 30,000 minimum), confirmed return flights, accommodation proof, bank statements, and employment documentation. The Schengen fee is EUR 90 (~$98 USD). Processing takes 10-15 business days.
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
Allowed
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Completed Schengen visa application form
Valid Somali passport (minimum 3 months validity beyond stay)
Two recent passport photos (35mm x 45mm)
Travel health insurance (minimum EUR 30,000, all Schengen states)
Confirmed return flight bookings
Hotel reservations or accommodation proof
Bank statements showing sufficient funds
Employment letter or income documentation
Current Travel Situation
Somalia to Malta: What You Need to Know
Malta is a tiny Mediterranean archipelago south of Sicily with an extraordinary history: Greek, Carthaginian, Roman, Arab, Norman, Knights of St John, French, and British rule have all left their mark. Malta and Gozo offer ancient temples (among the world's oldest free-standing structures), the Knights' Grand Master's Palace in Valletta (a UNESCO World Heritage capital), and crystal-clear Mediterranean waters. Somalia and Malta may share some connections through Mediterranean maritime history. Malta processes Schengen visa applications; in East Africa, the Italian Embassy often handles Maltese applications.
How to Get There
From Mogadishu (MGQ): Turkish Airlines MGQ-IST then IST to Malta (MLA). Air Malta (if still operating) or Turkish Airlines/Ryanair connect via various hubs. Alternatively via Rome (FCO) or Sicily connections. Total journey from Mogadishu to Malta is approximately 10-14 hours.
Money & Banking
Malta uses the euro. Malta is moderately priced for the Mediterranean; budget EUR 70-110 per day for mid-range travel. Gozo island is more affordable and quieter than Malta main island.
Practical Tips
Valletta, Europe's smallest capital (UNESCO World Heritage), has extraordinary baroque architecture. The ancient Megalithic Temples (Hagar Qim, Mnajdra) predate Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids. Mdina, the "Silent City," is a medieval walled town. The Blue Lagoon on Comino island offers stunning turquoise waters. The Knights of Malta's history is visible throughout the islands. Malta hosted significant WWII sieges; the George Cross medal was awarded to the entire island.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Somali citizens need a visa for Malta?
Yes. Malta is a Schengen member. Somali citizens need a Schengen visa. The Italian Embassy in Nairobi typically processes Maltese visa applications for East African residents.
What makes Malta unique to visit?
Malta contains some of the world's oldest free-standing structures (the Megalithic Temples predate Stonehenge), a UNESCO World Heritage capital (Valletta), and extraordinary Mediterranean history spanning Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, and the Knights of St John. The Blue Lagoon on Comino offers stunning waters.
How do I fly from Mogadishu to Malta?
From Mogadishu: Turkish Airlines to Istanbul (IST) then to Malta (MLA). Alternatively via Rome (FCO). Total journey is approximately 10-14 hours.