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How to Apply for a Student Visa for Malta

UPDATED: 26/01/2026

If you plan to study English in Malta for more than 105 days, or if you intend to work part-time during your stay, you may need to apply for a student visa before your arrival, depending on your nationality. This guide will help you understand the process and improve your chances of success. 

Note: While inlingua Malta can assist with the visa process, approval is not guaranteed and depends on individual circumstances. The visa application should be started at least 10 weeks before your arrival, with 12 weeks in advance recommended.

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Step 1: Book Your Visa Appointment

You must schedule an appointment at a Visa Application Centre (VAC) in your home country. You can book it online independently or request assistance from inlingua Malta for a small fee. This service includes document review and VAC appointment scheduling, and costs EUR 45.

Find your country-specific link on VFS Global.

Visa Fees

  • EUR 150 for urgent appointments (close to travel date)
  • EUR 100 for standard appointments (well in advance)
  •  An additional mandatory fee of EUR 150 is charged on the day of the appointment by the Visa Application Centre

Important: These fees are non-refundable.

Step 2: Prepare Your Documents

Carefully gather and complete all required documents. Missing or incorrect paperwork can lead to application refusal!

For visa application purposes, inlingua Malta will provide a Visa Acceptance Letter to confirm that you are a prospective student. To issue this letter, the school must receive 25% of the course cost, as this is a requirement when applying at your local Visa Application Centre.

Please note that, in most cases, when applying at your local Visa Application Centre (VFS), you will also need to present a receipt showing full course payment. inlingua Malta will issue the full payment receipt once the course has been paid in full.

Some of the essential documents include:

  • Visa Application Form
     Download here
  • Bank Statement (last 3 months)
     Make sure the amount in the bank account shows:

    • EUR 26/day (own accommodation)
    • EUR 18/day (inlingua accommodation)
  • Insurance (Travel and Medical)
     Must be valid from the first to the last day in the Schengen Area, with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000. 

    • This insurance can be purchased directly through inlingua Malta if required.
  • Flight Tickets
     Must include your name and travel dates. A return ticket is only needed for courses lasting 6 months or less.
  • Accommodation Booking
     Must show your name, address, and duration. Minimum stay is 14 nights.
     Private rentals must include a signed Lease Agreement, Rental Declaration Form, and MTA Licence.
  • Passport Photocopy (all pages, including the covers)
  • 2 Passport Photos (ICAO standard)
  • Appointment Letter – Provided once you or inlingua Malta book your VFS appointment.
  • Receipt of Application Payment – Issued after you or inlingua Malta pay for your appointment online.

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Additional Documents for Minors or Sponsored Students

For minors (under 18 years of age):

  • Birth Certificate (1 original and 1 translated copy)
  • Copy of both parents’ passport bio pages
  • Parental Consent Letter (1 original and 1 translated copy)

For sponsored students (if someone is paying/booking the course for you):

  • Sponsor Letter in English
  • Sponsor’s Bank Statement in English (showing the same required amounts)
  • Sponsor’s last 3-month Bank Statement in English
  • Full copy of the sponsor’s passport

All documents must be in English, and it’s highly recommended to keep scanned copies before submission.

Step 3: Attend Your VAC Appointment

On the day of your appointment, bring:

  • Your appointment letter
  • Visa application form
  • All required documents
  • Your original passport

The VAC will collect everything and begin processing your application.

What to Expect and Do After Your Visa Application:

  • If you apply independently or through an agency, you must inform inlingua Malta immediately. inlingua Malta must report your visa application to the local immigration authorities within the same week of application. Failure to do so will result in automatic rejection of your visa application.
  • You must wait for the visa application result until you can travel. If you delay your application, you will not be able to travel. Please contact us if you have applied on time and have not yet received your visa.
  • When travelling and changing airports, you may be asked to present your documents. Always carry copies of all inlingua Malta and visa-related documents with you.

For help or more information, contact inlingua Malta directly. With the right preparation, you’ll be one step closer to your study adventure in Malta!

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