Malta Spouse Visa Overview
A Malta Spouse Visa is formally known as the “Family Member of EU” National Visa (Type D), issued to the spouse of a Maltese national or of an EU/EEA/Swiss national who holds a valid Maltese residence card. Identità has specifically confirmed that only spouses and direct children of a Maltese or EU national are eligible for this particular D-national visa category — other relatives, such as parents or parents-in-law, are instead limited to a Schengen Type C visa for visits of up to 90 days, unless they qualify for facilitation on dependency grounds.
Where the spouse is entering Malta to accompany or join their EU, EEA, or Swiss national family member, the visa is generally granted in a facilitated manner and free of charge — a notable distinction from most other Malta visa categories, which carry a standard fee. This reflects the free-movement rights that extend to family members of EU citizens under EU law.
Approval of a Malta Spouse Visa is determined solely by Identità, based on the documented marriage and the sponsoring spouse’s status as a Maltese or EU/EEA/Swiss national.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be legally married to a Maltese national, or to an EU/EEA/Swiss national who holds a valid Maltese residence card.
- The marriage must be genuine and properly documented (marriage certificate, legalised/apostilled where issued abroad).
- Applicant must hold a valid passport with sufficient remaining validity.
- Applicant must present proof of the sponsoring spouse’s passport/ID and, where applicable, residence document.
- Applicant must meet standard requirements such as health insurance where required.
- Durable partners in a relationship of at least two years with the EU national sponsor may also be eligible under the broader “family member” provisions, subject to Identità’s assessment.
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 |
Where the facilitation conditions are not met, standard visa fees may apply instead. Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances. Always confirm the current fee treatment with Identità’s Central Visa Unit before applying.
Malta Tourist Visa Processing Time
Identità does not publish one single, universal processing time for the Family Member of EU visa category on its general information pages, since the visa is closely tied to verification of the marriage and the sponsoring spouse’s status. Where a National Type D process applies more broadly, Identità has indicated that the overall visa process can take up to approximately 8 weeks from the visa application centre appointment date, though the facilitated nature of this specific category may affect the practical timeline.
Applicants are advised to ensure their marriage certificate and the sponsor’s documentation are complete and, where issued abroad, properly legalised or apostilled, before submission. 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 Spouse Visa application depends on correctly establishing your spouse’s status as a Maltese or EU/EEA/Swiss national and presenting properly legalised marriage documentation. Shivansh Consultants offers Documentation Support, a clear Eligibility Assessment, and thorough Application Review before you submit.
We provide Personalized Guidance tailored to your specific circumstances, backed by a Transparent Process and End-to-End Assistance from document preparation through to submission. We do not guarantee visa approval, as this decision rests entirely with Identità.