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Tourist Visa
To apply for a tourist visa to Malta, the following documents and particulars are required:
Documents and Particulars
1. Passports
• Original Passport: Valid for at least 6 months with a minimum of 2 blank pages.
• Original old passport booklets: If any.
• Photocopy: All pages of the current and previous passports.
2. Photographs
• Quantity: 3 photographs.
• Specifications: White background, glossy finish, 80% face coverage with some shoulder visible, eyes and face clearly visible.
• Dimensions: 45mm x 35mm.
3. Covering Letter
• Addressed to: The Visa Officer, High Commission of Malta.
• Content: Brief profile of the applicants, purpose of travel, and travel dates.
• Format: Plain paper for individuals; company letterhead for officials/sponsored applicants.
4. Bank Statements
• Personal and Company’s Bank Statements: Original for the last 6 months, with bank seal and signature.
• Relevance: Active accounts showing proof of funds and income.
• Date: Statements should have a closing date close to the visa application date (preferably A4 size).
• Bank Letter: Stating available balance, signed and stamped by the bank.
5. IT Returns
• Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral): For the latest 3 years for individuals and the company.
6. Itinerary / Air Tickets
• Return Air Tickets: Including all internal flight/train tickets if any.
• Day-wise Itinerary: For the tour.
7. Purpose of Travel / Accommodation
• Accommodation Proof: Booking certificate and payment receipts from the tour operator.
• Hotel Vouchers: Proof of stay.
• Adhaar Card: Along with a photocopy.
8. Supporting Credentials
• Businessmen: Proprietorship certificate, certificate of registration, memorandum of association, articles of association, partnership deed, NOC from partners/directors.
• Employees: Leave sanction letter, last 3 months' salary statements, company ID card (optional), retirement certificate/letter, pension book copy, pension statements for the last three months.
• Students: Leave sanction letter from the educational institution, bonafide certificate, school/college ID card (optional).
• Newly Wed / Honeymooners: Marriage certificate, wedding invitation card/photos.
• Children Traveling Unaccompanied by Parents: Notarized NOC from parents, passport copies of parents, birth certificate if parents don't have passports, and ID cards of parents.
• Travelers Unaccompanied by Spouses/Partners: Notarized NOC from the unaccompanied spouse, passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse, or any government ID proof mentioning the spouse's name.
• Additional Documents: Adhaar card, FD receipts, public shares/debentures certificate, asset evaluation report from a CA.
9. Travel Insurance
• Valid Travel Insurance: From Embassy-approved companies covering the travel days with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.
Ensure all documents are prepared and submitted as per the requirements to facilitate a smooth visa application process.
Disclaimers
The above list of documents is the standard requirement for the visa application. The Embassy/Consulate/High Commission/Application Centres reserve the right to request additional documents for verification.
Travelspoc does not guarantee the outcome of any visa application. Decisions on visa applications are at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/Consulate/High Commission.
Visa Application Centres and Embassy Information
Visa Application Centres: New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkatta, Chandigarh
High Commission of Malta
N60 Panchsheel Park, New Delhi, Delhi 110017
Tel : 011 4767 4900
Email: maltahighcommission.newdelhi@gov.mt
Consulate General of Malta, Chennai
10, II Street, Seethamal Colony, Alwarpet, Chennai 600 018
Tel : 0091 – 44- 4203 1011
Email: maltaconsul.chennai@gov.mt
Consulate General of Malta, Kolkatta
A.P. Fashions (P) Ltd., 227 A J C Bose Road, Kolkata
Tel : +91 2290 4611/ 4788
Email : maltaconsul.kolkata@gov.mt
