Documents Required

Please note that the list of documents provided below is not exhaustive, and the customer may be asked to provide additional information or documents if requested by the Mission.

For non-vaccinated travelers or those who have received vaccinations not recognized by Malta, it is necessary to complete the required form. You can access the form by clicking here.

Both the standard documentation and supporting documents must be recent, meaning they should not be older than one month, and must be provided for every Schengen visa application.

Customers are required to bring and present their original documents, but they only need to submit photocopies unless the requirements specifically state that an original document must be submitted.

Before gathering the necessary documents mentioned below, we strongly advise customers to carefully review the requirements outlined in the Overview section. This will ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria for the chosen visa category.

STANDARD DOCUMENTATION FOR SCHENGEN VISA APPLICATION

1. Visa application form (original) – Click here to access the form.
2. Passport (original and photocopy) – Your passport must be signed and have at least 2 blank pages for visa purposes. It should also be valid for a minimum of 90 days beyond the return date of your trip to the Schengen Area. Additionally, the passport must have been issued within the last 10 years on the day of leaving the Schengen Area. If your passport is extended, it may still be valid, but if it is older than 10 years, it is no longer acceptable. In such cases, you will need to apply for a new passport.
3. Photocopies of previous Schengen visas – If you have any previous Schengen visas endorsed in an old passport and issued within the last 3 years, please provide photocopies of these visas, if applicable.
4. UK Residence permit (original and copy) – You must provide the original and a copy of your UK Residence permit. This permit should be either endorsed in your passport or issued as a Biometrics card. It must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the return date of your trip to the Schengen Area. Please note that a C type visitor visa is not acceptable.

Applicants who possess an outdated version (Pre-Brexit) of the UK Residence Card, which includes the label “Family Member – EU Residence,” must also furnish a Share Code as proof of their immigration status. These cards were originally intended to be replaced by the new BRC, which indicates “EU Scheme Pre-Settlement” or “EU Scheme Settlement,” but they are still in circulation.

It is important to note that EU/EEA family member residence cards issued prior to Brexit are only valid for re-entry into the UK if the individual has applied for pre-/settled status. To substantiate their EUSS Status, it is necessary to obtain and present the share code generated by UKVI at the time of submission.

Please ensure that the photograph provided is an original copy.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FOR SCHENGEN VISA APPLICATION

Proof of Current Occupation

1. Employer Letter (original): This letter should be recent, dated within the past month, and must be signed. It should be on an official company letterhead and addressed to the Mission. The letter should include the name and position of the signee and confirm your employment with the company. Alternatively, you can provide your last three months’ pay slips.
2. Student Letter (original): If you are a student, you will need a recent letter, dated within the past month, signed by your UK school, college, or university. The letter should be addressed to the Mission and include the name and position of the signee. It should confirm your enrollment as a student.

For Self-Employed Individuals: If you are self-employed, you will need to provide the accountant’s letter which should be recent, dated within the past month, and must be signed. It should be on an official company letterhead and addressed to the Mission. The letter should confirm your self-employment.

If applicable, this letter should be obtained from:

– Your accountant: If your company’s accountancy is done by an external or independent accountant.
– Your solicitor: If your company has been registered by a solicitor.
– Your bank manager: If your company has a business bank account.
– Companies House: If you have received a Certificate of Incorporation upon registering your business. If your name is not mentioned on the certificate, you will need to provide additional proof demonstrating your connection to the company.

Unemployed/Retired Individuals

If you are unemployed or retired, you will need to provide the following documentation:

– Receiving Benefits: You will need to obtain a recent original letter from your local Job centre or Pension Service confirming your benefits.

Housewives/Househusbands

Proof of Funds for Spouse/Registered Partner

To support your visa application, it is necessary to provide proof of funds for your spouse or registered partner. This documentation serves as evidence of financial stability and ensures that you are able to cover the expenses associated with your stay in the Schengen Area.

To fulfill this requirement, please include the following:

Latest 3 months UK bank statements: These statements should clearly display your name, address, and an end balance dated within the last month from the date of your visa application submission. These statements must be stamped by a local branch. If you are employed, the bank statements must be from the account where your salary is deposited. The balance should reflect a minimum amount of £48.00 per day of your intended stay in the Schengen Area, in addition to outstanding accommodation and travel fees. Bank statements from online banks such as Monzo or Revolut are acceptable.

2. Travellers’ cheques: It is also necessary to provide travellers’ cheques that cover the same amount as explained above. These cheques serve as an alternative form of financial proof.

Proof of Travel (Airplane, Train, Boat, Coach, (Hired) Car)

This includes proof of travel, whether it be by airplane, train, boat, coach, or hired car.

For flight tickets, it is crucial that they are fully paid and confirmed, with the applicant’s name matching the one stated on their passport. Additionally, the tickets must clearly indicate the inbound and outbound travel dates to and from the Schengen Area, as well as the Airline Reservation Code and E-Ticket number.

This requirement applies to all tickets, especially if the trip itinerary involves multiple layovers. For those who have opted for holiday packages with instalment payments, it is essential to provide proof that at least 75% of the total cost has been paid at the time of application. Please note that applications submitted with provisional flight tickets or reservations that are only partially paid or booked through an unregistered travel agency in the UK will be considered invalid, potentially leading to the refusal of the application.

When traveling by car, it is necessary to provide the car registration and car insurance details, along with return travel tickets (ferry or Eurotunnel) that clearly state the car’s registration number. If the applicant is not the driver, a cover letter from the driver, signed and dated, confirming joint travel with the applicant and specifying the travel dates, must also be provided.

Proof of Accommodation

For customers who have arranged accommodation with family or friends in Malta, we kindly request the host to provide a recent declaration of proof.

This declaration should not be older than six months and must be certified by a legal representative in Malta. Additionally, we require a copy of the host’s passport’s bio page, as well as their permit to stay in Malta if they are a non-EU citizen.

Travel Insurance

In terms of travel insurance, it is important to have comprehensive medical travel insurance that covers all risks. The insurance policy must clearly state the name of the policy holder and be valid for the entire Schengen Area for the duration of the trip. It should also have a minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies and repatriation. Furthermore, the insurance must be purchased from a UK registered insurance provider.