Bulgarian visa for Maltese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Maltese passport holders visiting Bulgaria for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Maltese citizens to enter Bulgaria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Bulgaria e-visa for Maltese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bulgaria visa on arrival for Maltese citizens | Not Available | |
Bulgaria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Maltese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bulgaria.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bulgaria.
If you are looking for Bulgaria visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Malta, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria nearest your place of residence.
- Tripoli: The Embassy of in Tripoli, ~ 360.10 kilometers (223.75 mi) away from Valletta, Malta. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 30 minutes).
- Tunis: The Embassy of in Tunis, ~ 388.60 kilometers (241.46 mi) away from Valletta, Malta. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 8 hours 0 minutes).
Bulgaria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bulgaria diplomatic mission offices to Malta for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malta traveling to Bulgaria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malta) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3,468 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,443 | -0.72% |
| 2010 | 3,628 | 5.37% |
| 2011 | 3,797 | 4.66% |
| 2012 | 3,925 | 3.37% |
| 2013 | 4,139 | 5.45% |
| 2014 | 4,387 | 5.99% |
| 2015 | 4,259 | -2.92% |
| 2016 | 4,951 | 16.25% |
| 2017 | 5,330 | 7.66% |
| 2018 | 5,564 | 4.39% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bulgaria & Malta comparison
Bulgaria's area is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi), while the area of Malta is approximately 320 km2 (123 sq mi). This means Malta is 339.25 times smaller than Bulgaria.
As of November 2025, Bulgaria's population is ~6.7 million people - 6,243,849 more people than the population of Malta.
We have highlighted Bulgaria & Malta’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bulgaria | Malta | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,691,352 | 447,503 | 6.2 million more people live in Bulgaria than Malta |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 155 | 217 | Bulgaria has 62 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malta. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 138 | Bulgaria passport holders visit 9 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 164 | 50 | Bulgarian hosts 114 more foreign missions than Malta. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malta travel to Bulgaria in one year?
The number of visitors from Malta visiting Bulgaria in 2018 was approximately 5,564.
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Useful Information
- Sofia to Valletta: 1302.43 km (809.29 mi)
- Travel time: 2 hours 42 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025