Malta Visa for Philippines Passport Holders

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Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Philippines passport holders: Single entry for Malta. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 104.66). Processing: 15-21 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Schengen Type C visa. Fee: EUR 90 (~PHP 6,039). Apply via VFS Global Manila/Cebu. Malta has growing Filipino worker community — caregivers, healthcare, online gaming sector.

Visa types: Schengen C (90/180): Tourist, Business, Family, Cultural, Transit; Maltese National D (>90 days): Work (Single Work Permit — popular for Filipino healthcare/caregivers/iGaming), Study, Family Reunification, Self-Employment, Nomad Residence Permit, Malta Permanent Residence Programme.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen)

In USDUSD 99

In PHPPHP 6,039

Minimum bank balance~USD 55/day (EUR 50)

Service feeVFS service fee: USD 25-40 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90 days within 180-day period.

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Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year ban across all 29 Schengen states; SIS alert

How to apply

MethodVFS Global Manila/Cebu (via Italian Embassy)

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time15-21 working days

AppointmentYes · Book

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Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (6 months, EUR 50/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

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Vaccination No None typically required

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (EUR 30,000+)

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity3+ months beyond stay

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online Schengen application; 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation; Bank statement (3-6 months, EUR 50/day); Employment letter; ITR (BIR 2316); PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; Biometrics at VFS Manila/Cebu.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15-21 working days

Schengen Type C visa. Fee: EUR 90 (~PHP 6,039). Apply via VFS Global Manila/Cebu. Malta has growing Filipino worker community — caregivers, healthcare, online gaming sector.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections for Filipinos (~15-25%): (1) Insufficient funds; (2) Weak ties to Philippines; (3) Malta seen as Schengen entry point — onward movement suspicion; (4) Past Schengen overstays; (5) Work permit fraud — fake caregiver/iGaming employment contracts; (6) Female caregiver applicants — anti-trafficking screening; (7) Gaming/iGaming sector worker patterns flagged.

Embassy / consulate

AddressMalta — Schengen visa via Embassy of Italy Manila, 6th Floor Zeta II Building, 191 Salcedo Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City, Philippines

Phonevia IT Mission Manila: +63 2 8892 4531

Emailvia IT Mission Manila: segreteria.manila@esteri.it

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceMedium

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Malta visa FAQ for Philippines passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Malta with a Philippines passport?

Yes — Philippines passport holders need a visa for Malta (Single entry). Apply via VFS Global Manila/Cebu (via Italian Embassy).

How much does a Malta visa cost for Philippines passport holders?

The Malta visa fee is USD 99 (about PHP 6,039). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Malta visa?

Typical processing for a Malta visa is 15-21 working days. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Malta on this visa?

A Malta visa for Philippines passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90 days within 180-day period.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Malta visa from Philippines?

Apply for your Malta visa via VFS Global Manila/Cebu (via Italian Embassy). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay.