Malta Student Visa Services
Study in Malta with Expert Student Visa Guidance
Malta has become one of Europe’s fastest-growing education destinations, offering internationally recognized universities, English-medium education, affordable tuition fees, and a safe, multicultural environment. Students from around the world choose Malta to pursue undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, doctoral, language, and professional programs in Business, Information Technology, Hospitality, Tourism, Healthcare, Engineering, Finance, Arts, and many other disciplines.
Shivansh Consultants provides professional guidance for Malta Student Visa applications, helping Indian students prepare accurate documentation and complete the visa application process smoothly.
What is a Malta Student Visa?
A Malta Student Visa generally consists of a National Long-Stay Visa (Type D) or the appropriate Residence Permit for Study, issued to eligible international students admitted to a recognized educational institution in Malta.
The visa or residence permit allows students to legally live and study in Malta for the duration of their approved academic program.
Applications are processed by Identità Malta and the relevant Maltese immigration authorities.
Benefits of a Malta Student Visa
Malta Student Visa Requirements
Visa Fees, Processing Time, Validity & Stay Duration
Government Visa Fee
The government fee depends on:
- Student visa category
- Residence permit category
- Applicant’s nationality
- Current fee schedule issued by the Government of Malta
Government fees are subject to revision by Identità Malta.
Visa Application Charges
Applicants may also incur additional costs for:
- Visa Application Centre (VAC) service charges
- Biometric enrolment fees
- Courier services (optional)
- Document legalization or notarization
- Certified translation charges (where applicable)
These charges are separate from the government fee.
Processing Timeline
- Standard processing time generally ranges from 4–8 weeks, depending on the application category and documentation.
- Additional verification may increase processing time.
Students are advised to begin their application at least 3–4 months before their course commencement date.
Visa Validity
- The student visa or residence permit is generally issued for the duration of the approved academic program.
- Extensions may be available for eligible students continuing their studies.
Stay Duration
- Students may remain in Malta for the approved duration of their studies while maintaining valid residence permit status.
- Continued stay depends upon enrollment at an approved educational institution and compliance with Maltese immigration regulations.
Financial Requirements
Applicants are generally required to demonstrate sufficient financial resources to cover:
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Living expenses
- Health insurance
- Return travel
- Other educational costs
Supporting documents may include:
- Recent bank statements
- Sponsorship documents
- Scholarship letters
- Education loan approval
- Other acceptable proof of financial support
Important Conditions & Exemptions
- Students must remain enrolled at an approved educational institution.
- Additional supporting documents may be requested during processing.
- Student visa approval remains entirely at the discretion of the Maltese authorities.
- Students must comply with Maltese immigration and educational regulations throughout their stay.
- Eligible international students may work part-time in accordance with Maltese immigration regulations.
- Overstaying or violating residence permit conditions may result in cancellation of the permit, penalties, deportation, or future immigration restrictions.