If you are looking for information on how to obtain the study visa in MaltaYou have already made an excellent decision for your academic and professional life. For the past 4 years, the island has been receiving tens of thousands of students from all over the world, for English language training, postgraduate studies, specialisations and much more.
Read our article on the advantages of doing a Master's degree in Malta here.
Ready to get started? First you need to be clear about the requirements to be fulfilled in order to apply for your student visa in Malta. Below we will give you a detailed explanation of each requirement.
Update 02/05/2022:
Documents required for the application for a study visa in Malta
1) A letter of acceptance from a Maltese institution including details of the course you will be taking (English studies, postgraduate studies, etc.) and a receipt of payment for the course. If you are applying from Malta, you must attach an attendance report, so before applying for a visa you must attend classes for at least 4 weeks.
2) Demonstrate that you have the financial means to pay for your accommodation, food, transport and incidental expenses, all to indicate that you have the means to support yourself for the period of time you will be studying. The requirement is €780 per month of study, however, from Boom Studies we recommend that you calculate €800 to cover any possible variation in the exchange rate against your local currency. The total amount of your stay must appear on your last three bank statements, in an account in your name. You can also have a sponsor and if you contact us, we will explain how to do this so that you don't have any problems when submitting your documentation.
3) Exit ticket from the Schengen area at the end of the study programme.
4) 2 passport-size photos with white background.
5) Pay the visa fee of €70.
6) Health insurance which can be purchased directly from schools or from Maltese insurance companies which offer it annually from around €120.
7) Valid passport for the duration of the study programme and an additional 6 months after the end of the study programme.
8) Lease agreement for the duration of the study programme and the rental form duly filled in by the landlord (Download here)
9) The completed visa application form (Download here)
Remember that we will provide you with the advice you need to have all the necessary documentation ready so that you can successfully apply for your student visa. In addition, you must be very attentive because the requirements can always change or be updated. It is essential to have all the information up to date in order to avoid any inconvenience when applying.
Importance of the Schengen exit ticket
Having a plane ticket specifying that you will leave the Schengen area at the end of your study programme is a guarantee of security for the country, that you plan to study and perhaps travel, but without exceeding the legal time limit for foreigners. This is one of the most frequently requested requirements when entering the Schengen area.
How much does it cost and how long does it take to apply for a study visa in Malta?
The cost of the student visa in Malta is €70 and is paid by credit or debit card. Once they have verified that you have the required documents, they will give you a receipt for you to return in approximately 21 days to collect your visa if you are already in Malta. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
On accommodation in Malta
Although our advisors will guide you in detail through the process of finding accommodation, you can also read one of our blog posts about how to find accommodation on the island.
Where to apply for a study visa in Malta?
Your student visa in Malta is processed at the Central Visa Unit (Central Visa Unit) at Identity Malta, which is the government office that regulates migration.
The new head office is located in Msida and the best thing is that for many Latin American nationalities you can change your immigration status from tourist to student when you are already in Malta, so in those cases it is not necessary to present the documentation before travelling to any consulate.
The application for study visas in Malta is being made directly through the schools. You will also receive full advice from Boom Studies before submitting your application to the Visa Centre, so you can be sure that your application will be successful.
Do I have to go through an interview to obtain a student visa in Malta?
Not all students have to go through an interview. The visa unit selects, from time to time, some students to be interviewed, if this is your case see our blog on study visa interview tipsIf you are not prepared, you can find out how to prepare for the questions you may be asked.
Start your process to study in Malta today!
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