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Malta Visa for Algeria Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Algerian citizens need a Schengen Category C short-stay visa for Malta, applied for through the nearest Schengen consulate or VFS center; fee EUR 80, standard processing 15 calendar days.

Guide last updated September 11, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure date from the Schengen area, with 2 blank pages
  • Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
  • One recent passport-size photo (35x45mm, white background, taken within last 6 months)
  • Proof of travel medical insurance covering the whole Schengen area, minimum EUR 30,000 coverage
  • Proof of accommodation in Malta (hotel booking or invitation letter)
  • Round-trip flight reservation
  • Bank statements for the last 3 months showing sufficient funds
  • Proof of employment or business registration, or student enrollment letter
  • Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) required at the visa application center for first-time applicants

Visa types

  • Schengen Tourist Visa (Category C): single or multiple entry, valid up to 90 days within a 180-day period, fee EUR 80
  • Schengen Business Visa (Category C): for meetings, conferences, fee EUR 80
  • Schengen Transit Visa (Category A/C): for travelers transiting through a Schengen airport
  • Long-stay National Visa (Category D): for study, work, or family reunification in Malta, requires separate application at Identity Malta

How to apply

  • Malta does not have a consulate in Algeria, so applications are usually submitted through the nearest Maltese consulate or an outsourced VFS Global / BLS International visa application center handling Malta, or via a Schengen-representation agreement with another member state.
  • Book an appointment online with the visa application center
  • Submit the completed form, passport, photo, and supporting documents in person
  • Provide biometrics if not already on file within the last 59 months
  • Pay the visa fee and any service center handling charge
  • Track application status online; collect passport once a decision is made
  • No interview is normally required unless requested by the consular officer

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: EUR 80 for adults, EUR 40 for children aged 6-12, free for children under 6
  • VFS/BLS service fee: approximately EUR 25-30 on top of the visa fee
  • Total estimated cost: EUR 105-110
  • Standard processing time: 15 calendar days, can extend up to 30-45 days in complex cases
  • Priority/express processing is not generally offered for Malta applications

Tips for Algeria travelers

  • Apply at least 3-4 weeks before your intended travel date, but no earlier than 6 months prior
  • Common rejection reasons: insufficient funds, unclear travel purpose, weak ties to Algeria (no proof of stable job/property), incomplete insurance coverage
  • Use the visa application center rather than trying to reach the Maltese embassy directly, since Malta has no resident mission in Algeria
  • Keep certified French or English translations of Arabic documents such as bank statements and employment letters
  • Once issued, the Schengen visa allows travel to all Schengen states, not only Malta, but Malta must be your main destination

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.