British visa for Maltese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Maltese passport holders visiting United Kingdom for a short-term stay: 6 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Maltese citizens to enter United Kingdom for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 6 months |
| Evisa | United Kingdom e-visa for Maltese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United Kingdom visa on arrival for Maltese citizens | Not Available | |
United Kingdom tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Maltese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United Kingdom.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United Kingdom.
If you are looking for United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom nearest your place of residence.
- Tunis: The Embassy of in Tunis, ~ 383.20 kilometers (238.11 mi) away from Valletta, Malta. (Working hours: Close now).
- Zakynthos: The Honorary Consulate of in Zakynthos, ~ 615.38 kilometers (382.38 mi) away from Valletta, Malta. (Working hours: Close now).
United Kingdom visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United Kingdom diplomatic mission offices to Malta for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malta traveling to United Kingdom from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malta) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 65,280 | N/A |
| 2009 | 61,440 | -5.88% |
| 2010 | 67,200 | 9.38% |
| 2011 | 64,000 | -4.76% |
| 2012 | 65,000 | 1.56% |
| 2013 | 85,000 | 30.77% |
| 2014 | 100,000 | 17.65% |
| 2015 | 74,000 | -26.00% |
| 2016 | 87,000 | 17.57% |
| 2017 | 104,000 | 19.54% |
| 2018 | 72,000 | -30.77% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United Kingdom & Malta comparison
United Kingdom's area is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi), while the area of Malta is approximately 320 km2 (123 sq mi). This means Malta is 756.03 times smaller than United Kingdom.
As of October 2025, United Kingdom's population is ~69.7 million people - 69,237,487 more people than the population of Malta.
We have highlighted United Kingdom & Malta’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United Kingdom | Malta | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 69,684,990 | 447,503 | 69.2 million more people live in United Kingdom than Malta |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 222 | 217 | United Kingdom has 5 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malta. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 139 | 138 | United Kingdom passport holders can visit 1 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 348 | 50 | British hosts 298 more foreign missions than Malta. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malta travel to United Kingdom in one year?
The number of visitors from Malta visiting United Kingdom in 2018 was approximately 72,000.
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- London to Valletta: 2636.63 km (1638.32 mi)
- Travel time: 5 hours 29 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025