Maltese visa for Japanese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Japanese passport holders visiting Malta for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Japanese citizens to enter Malta for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Malta e-visa for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Malta visa on arrival for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
Malta tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Japanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Malta.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Malta.
If you are looking for Malta visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Japan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Malta nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of Malta in Tokyo, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 35 minutes)
- Kyoto: The Consulate of Malta in Kyoto, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 35 minutes)
- Hiroshima: The Consulate of Malta in Hiroshima, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 35 minutes)
Malta visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Malta diplomatic mission offices to Japan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Malta from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Japan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 87,013 | N/A |
| 2009 | 79,667 | -8.44% |
| 2010 | 90,249 | 13.28% |
| 2011 | 95,371 | 5.68% |
| 2012 | 97,258 | 1.98% |
| 2013 | 106,627 | 9.63% |
| 2014 | 113,906 | 6.83% |
| 2015 | 120,174 | 5.50% |
| 2016 | 132,508 | 10.26% |
| 2017 | 153,268 | 15.67% |
| 2018 | 175,173 | 14.29% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Malta & Japan comparison
Malta's area is approximately 320 km2 (123 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 1139.23 times bigger than Malta.
As of October 2025, Malta's population is ~447503 people - 124,131,811 fewer people than the population of Japan.
We have highlighted Malta & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Malta | Japan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 447,503 | 124,579,314 | 124.1 million fewer people live in Malta than Japan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 217 | 247 | Malta has 30 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Japan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 138 | 142 | Malta passport holders visit 4 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 421 | Maltese hosts 371 fewer foreign missions than Japan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Japan travel to Malta in one year?
The number of visitors from Japan visiting Malta in 2018 was approximately 175,173.
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