Malta visa for Vatican citizens

As a Maltese passport holder, you can enjoy visa-free entry to Vatican City, allowing for stays of up to 90 days without the need for a visa fee, a significant benefit compared to many other European travel arrangements. While no visa is required, remember that Vatican City is a sovereign state, so carrying your passport is essential for identification, especially as English is widely understood by tourist-facing staff, though Italian is the official language. Most travelers reach the Vatican via Rome, a short flight from Malta, and can then easily travel into the heart of the city by public transport or on foot, making it an accessible destination for a day trip or longer exploration.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
3+ months
Blank pages
1+
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required

Visa options

TouristSchengen Visa (Short-Stay)
90d
BusinessSchengen Visa (Short-Stay, Business Use)
90d
TransitSchengen Visa (Short-Stay, Transit Use)
90d
OtherNational Visa (Long Stay / D-Visa)
365dvalid 1y
StudentNational Visa (Long Stay / D-Visa, Study)
365dvalid 1y
WorkNational Visa (Long Stay / D-Visa, Work)
365dvalid 1y
Digital NomadDigital Nomad Residence Permit
365d$377valid 1y
RetirementMaltese Retirement Visa
Working HolidayMalta Working Holiday Visa
FamilyFamily Reunification / Dependent Visa
MedicalMedical Visa
InvestorInvestor / Golden Visa
InvestorMalta Permanent Residence Program
InvestorMalta Global Residence Program
InvestorMalta Residency and Visa Program
TouristSchengen Visa (Type C) Fee for Adults
90d$97
TouristSchengen Visa (Type C) Fee for Children (6-12)
90d$49
TouristSchengen Visa (Type C) Fee for Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus
90d$38
TouristSchengen Visa (Type C) Fee for Cabo Verde
90d$73
TouristSchengen Visa (Type C) Fee Waiver for Children Under 6
90d$0
StudentSchengen Visa (Type C) Fee Waiver for Students and Accompanying Staff
90d$0
BusinessSchengen Visa (Type C) Fee Waiver for Researchers
90d$0
OtherSchengen Visa (Type C) Fee Waiver for Non-Profit Representatives
90d$0
OtherSchengen Visa (Type C) Fee Waiver for EEA/CH Citizens
90d$0
TouristSchengen Visa Extension
OtherNational Visa Extension

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