Malta Family Reunification Visa Overview
A Malta Family Reunification Visa is a residence permit issued to qualifying family members of a sponsor who already holds a valid residence permit in Malta, regulated under Subsidiary Legislation 217.06. This route is distinct from Malta’s “Family Member of EU” visa, which applies specifically to spouses and children of a Maltese or EU national — Family Reunification under S.L. 217.06 instead applies where the sponsor is a third-country national already legally resident in Malta.
To sponsor a family member under this route, the sponsor must meet a minimum income requirement: earning at least EUR 50,000 per year to sponsor one dependant, plus an additional EUR 6,000 per year for each further dependant included in the application. This financial threshold is central to demonstrating that the family can be supported without recourse to Malta’s public funds.
Approval of a Malta Family Reunification Visa is determined solely by Identità, based on the sponsor’s income, residence status, and the documented family relationship.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a qualifying family member (as defined under S.L. 217.06) of a sponsor who already holds a valid Maltese residence permit.
- The sponsor must earn at least EUR 50,000 per year to sponsor the applicant plus one dependant.
- An additional EUR 6,000 per year is required for each further dependant included in the application.
- The family relationship must be documented (marriage certificate, birth certificate, or equivalent).
- Applicant must hold a valid passport with sufficient remaining validity.
- Applicant must meet standard requirements such as health insurance and a clean criminal record.
- This route does not apply to spouses/children of a Maltese or EU national — that category falls under the separate “Family Member of EU” visa.
Government Visa Fees
| Fee Type | Government Fee (EUR) |
| Family Reunification Residence Permit (S.L. 217.06) | Confirmed with Identità at the time of application |
| National Visa (Type D), where required | Confirmed with Identità’s Central Visa Unit |
Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances. Fees are confirmed during the application process and are subject to change. Exchange rates fluctuate daily, so confirm the current INR equivalent before payment.
Malta Tourist Visa Processing Time
Where a National Type D visa is required as part of this process, Identità has indicated that the overall visa process can take up to approximately 8 weeks from the visa application centre appointment date. This is in addition to the time needed for the underlying Family Reunification residence permit application to be reviewed under S.L. 217.06, which depends on the completeness of the sponsor’s income and relationship documentation.
Given the financial threshold and documentation involved, applicants and sponsors are advised to prepare thoroughly before submission and to apply as early as possible. Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances.
Required Documents Checklist
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
A Malta Family Reunification Visa application depends on the sponsor clearly meeting the income threshold and both parties presenting well-documented proof of their relationship. Shivansh Consultants offers Documentation Support and a clear Eligibility Assessment to confirm the sponsor’s eligibility before you begin.
We provide thorough Application Review, Personalized Guidance, and a Transparent Process throughout, with End-to-End Assistance from document preparation to submission. We do not guarantee approval, as this decision rests entirely with Identità.