Saudi Arabia for citizens of Malta

🔑 How to enter to Saudi Arabia from Malta

To enter Saudi Arabia, Maltese citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Saudi Arabia, check whether your Maltese passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Saudi Arabia and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Maltese passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Maltese passport. You are allowed to stay in Saudi Arabia for 90 days.

✅ Requirements for Maltese citizens to visit Saudi Arabia with tourist visa

• Maltese citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Saudi Arabia. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Maltese citizens on the territory of Saudi Arabia is carried out on a commercial basis.

⚠ Citizens of Malta must obtain a visa in advance before traveling to Saudi Arabia.

A Saudi tourist visa is required for Maltese citizens. At the discretion of the embassy staff, the visa can be issued strictly under the travel time line. When applying for a tourist visa to Saudi Arabia, the applicant must be in person. You may applay for a Saudi tourist visa online.

✅ How to apply for Saudi Arabia tourist visa from Malta

1. Prepare all required documents.
2. Complete the application form and attach all required documents.
3. Submit your visa application online.
4. Await processing of documents.
5. Receive your passports with visas. .

ℹ The processing time is usually standard, but may increase depending on the embassy's workload. Refusal may be received without explanation. The visa fee is non-refundable in case of refusal. The application must be submitted for each applicant separately and in person.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Malta require a visa to visit the Saudi Arabia?

   Maltese citizens do not need a visa to visit the Saudi Arabia.

2. How long Maltese citizens are allowed to stay in Saudi Arabia without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Saudi Arabia for citizens of Malta for a visa-free stay is 90 days.

3. What happens if a Maltese passport holder stays in Saudi Arabia longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Saudi Arabia is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Saudi Arabia is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Malta need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Saudi Arabia without a visa?

   Saudi immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Maltese citizens to enter Saudi Arabia without a visa?

   Maltese citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Saudi Arabia.

6. Can Maltese work or study during the visa-free stay in Saudi Arabia?

   The Saudi Arabia visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Saudi Arabia Maltese citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.